Helping Renters Living With Toxic Mold in Apartments or Other Rentals in California
Owners and managers of rental properties have a legal obligation to maintain and repair the apartments and other buildings they rent, including homes and condominiums. When toxic mold is present in an apartment and a landlord does nothing to repair the damage, it may be necessary to take legal action. The failure of a landlord to properly maintain or repair a rental property may result in lawsuits for negligence, breach of contract, breach of the implied warranty of habitability, and nuisance.
Water is the necessary ingredient for mold to develop. This water can come from windows, roof, siding or plumbing leaks. If these leaks are not addressed within 48 hours, molds can develop.
At Miller Law, Inc., located in Folsom and serving people throughout California, we consider all of our clients' options — and you may have more options than you think. The best way to discover your options is to talk with us directly about your situation. We offer free and confidential consultations at no obligation to you.
Our California law firm has achieved a record of success in toxic mold cases. One notable favorable outcome includes a November 2001 jury verdict of $2.7 million for a family of three living in a toxic mold-contaminated apartment. This was the largest jury verdict in United States history in a case involving personal injuries from toxic mold.
Why Take Legal Action?
If you are a renter affected by toxic mold, taking legal action is important. You may be able to receive a refund of some or all of the rent you have paid. You may also recover compensation for the cost of moving, the cost to clean or replace your personal property (i.e., belongings), the cost of mold testing and potentially attorneys' fees.
If the toxic mold problem caused injury or other damage to your health, you may also be able to seek compensation for the pain and suffering you experienced, as well as the cost of your medical bills, wage loss and the cost of continuing medical care.
This is important because toxic mold can lead to serious injury. People exposed to mold, often experience a wide range of health concerns. These can include asthma, respiratory infections, immune system dysfunction, joint pain, headaches, skin rashes and bloody noses.
If You Have Been Exposed to Toxic Mold...
If you have become ill due to toxic mold exposure in a rental, or have experienced damage to your personal property (belongings), talking to a lawyer about possible solutions can be critical to your future. Contact Miller Law, Inc., by calling toll free at 888-353-0285 or by contacting us online. Based in the Sacramento area, we represent people across the state who have been injured by toxic mold.
