Suing for Toxic Mold
LegalMatch Law Library Managing Editor, Ken LaMance, Attorney at Law 
Who Can Bring a Toxic Mold Lawsuit?
There are several groups of people who have standing to sue for toxic mold injuries:
- Tenants - The most common group of individuals bringing toxic mold suits are those who lease their homes. This group suffers the highest percentage of health problems related to toxic mold primarily because the buildings they live in are typically older, built with materials prone to deterioration and poorly constructed and maintained. Tenants can bring suits against landlords, building managers, or ownership companies for health problems caused by toxic mold.
- Homeowners - Homeowners are the second largest group of people bringing toxic mold suits. Toxic mold problems in homes are usually the result of poor construction or the failure of a toxic mold inspector to identify a toxic mold problem. Homeowners can bring suits against the builders of their homes, inspectors, real estate brokers or anyone else who may have caused toxic mold problems.
- Parents - Parents of children injured by toxic mold can sue on their behalf. Children might be exposed to toxic mold at school, at camps or at other facilities. Parents can sue schools, camps or any other place that causes their children to be exposed to toxic mold.
- Employees - Employees can sue their employers for unhealthy work conditions. If an employer allows toxic mold to grow in the workplace, injured employees can sue the employer for damages.
- Government - Government agencies can also bring lawsuits against contractors or inspectors for toxic mold injuries that government employees suffer.
Do I Need a Lawyer to Sue for Toxic Mold Injuries?
Determining whether you have standing to sue for toxic mold injuries can be difficult. An experienced personal injury lawyer can help you understand your rights and privileges. A personal injury lawyer can also represent you in court and file any necessary paperwork.
Consult a Lawyer - Present Your Case Now!
Last Modified: 09-13-2010 12:06 PM PDT
