Mold is a common presence in the environment. However, it becomes a bigger issue when exposure to it is prolonged and repeated. This is why promptly addressing visible mold growth or investigating the source of a musty odor in your home is critical. Otherwise, you may be predisposed to serious health concerns down the line. Without the need for further introduction, please read on to discover whether you can sue for injuries caused by toxic mold exposure and how a seasoned Pasco County personal injury lawyer at Merricks Law Group, P.A., can help build your legal case.
What types of injuries can result from mold exposure?
At the very least, mold exposure may cause one to experience an allergic reaction, which may manifest in sneezing, a runny nose, a skin rash, or, more seriously, an asthma attack. But if someone has pre-existing health conditions, the injuries may be far worse. More specific examples are as follows:
- For someone who has pre-existing respiratory problems: this may cause coughing, wheezing, shortness of breath, or, more seriously, hypersensitivity pneumonitis.
- For someone who has a pre-existing heart condition: this may cause heart complications like irregular heartbeat, chest pain, inflammation, or, more seriously, endocarditis.
- For someone who has a pre-existing weakened immune system: this may cause severe adverse reactions or fungal infections that involve fever, fatigue, and respiratory distress.
Can I sue for the injuries I got from toxic mold exposure?
Say that you reside in a rental property, and you have reason to believe that you were exposed to toxic mold in one of your facilities. Well, with this, you may have valid grounds to sue the property owner. This is because they owe you a duty of care in ensuring their premises are clear of any potentially hazardous conditions. This includes checking for mold that may not be visible externally, but rather underneath the carpeting, behind the walls, and within the HVAC systems. In your claim, you may seek to recover monetary compensation for your medical bills, no matter how seemingly minor.
In another example, say that you recently purchased a home, only to realize too late that it has a serious mold problem. Here, you may be well within your rights to hold the seller accountable in a legal claim. You may argue that the seller should have reasonably known about the mold, or otherwise knew of its existence, but failed to disclose it before the sale went through. Not only may you claim damages like your medical bills, but if successful, you may be able to get compensated for the cost of replacing the home fixtures infested with mold. Of note, the same may go for contractors or builders whose inadequate work led to the presence of mold in your home.
If you have made it this far, please do not hesitate to seek further information from a competent Pasco County personal injury lawyer. The team at Merricks Law Group, P.A., is willing and able to guide you through your future legal processes.
