Florida Black Toxic Mold

The family moves in excitedly to a new house, but soon everyone starts experiencing the same strange symptoms. An otherwise healthy worker is assigned to move boxes from a basement warehouse. He soon develops severe asthma. Every day, a child returns from school looking pale and tired. She complains that she is allergic to her classroom. Parents, doctors, and co-workers offer general explanations or dismiss the symptoms completely. “You’re not old anymore.” “You don’t like your teacher.”

One day, a maintenance worker discovers that a forest of mold is growing behind the bathroom wall. It can also be found under the carpeting below the feet of students. A building inspector later discovered that the decay had rotted the house, warehouse, or school building, putting it at risk of structural collapse.

Vaval Law takes property and illness from toxic mold (often called black mold) very seriously. We have seen the damage it can cause, so we dedicate our resources and time to seeking compensation for those affected. You may be eligible for compensation if you or your loved one have been exposed to mold. To learn more, call us at 833-VAVAL-LAW or email us online.

Concerning Mold Exposure Illnesses and Property Damage

People complaining about the adverse effects of working or living in moldy environments for years were not taken seriously. There was some mold growth, and it smelled funny. But what was the big deal? It wasn’t as dangerous as a building filled with asbestos or lead dust.

Wrong.

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention has declared that mold-related illnesses and injuries are no longer a problem. Worldwide, mold exposure is a severe public health problem. The Institute of Medicine (IOM) released a 2004 report indicating that mold exposure can lead to severe respiratory diseases. The World Health Organization later reviewed the research and came to the same conclusion. It noted that mold exposure might increase the likelihood of asthma in children. Other life-threatening and severe conditions such as pulmonary hemorrhaging in infants or neurological symptoms in adults may also be caused by mold exposure. This topic of ongoing research.

The National Capital Poison Center reviewed recent research and found evidence that mold exposure can cause asthma and other chronic conditions like “farmer’s lungs.” This could be due to long-term exposure to “Mycotoxins,” naturally occurring toxins caused by molds grown on crops and food. Among other dangerous effects, some mycotoxins have been linked with cancers, liver damage, kidney disease, and other forms of cancer. Mycotoxins can be found in crops, nuts, and grains, including coffee beans, and peanuts, stored or ingested.

Mold can cause more than just illness. According to the federal Environmental Protection Agency, mold eats away building materials, mainly wood and wood-based products used in floors, roofs, and wall studs. Mold problems in buildings can threaten the health and safety of people living inside. It may even cause structural damage.

Signs and Symptoms of Potentially Dangerous Mold Exposure

Mold exposure can make it difficult for victims to recognize the symptoms of more common conditions. The first signs of mold exposure are usually environmental. Mold thrives on dampness, so the first signs of potential mold exposure are often environmental. The CDC lists these places as having high mold concentrations:

• Antique shop greenhouses
• Saunas
• Farms
• Mills
• Construction areas
• Flower shops
• Summer cottages

However, this is not a complete list. If a structure is damp, it can contain dangerous levels of mold.

The mold high in dangerous levels can also have a strong, musty odor, but other odors may mask it. People often mistakenly interpret moldy smells as “old buildings” or “stuffy basements.” However, this is not always a good reason to feel secure. The smell of harmful mycotoxins, which can cause cancer, may also be strong, but it is still hard to tell the difference from the food they grow on, such as coffee beans and grains. However, spending time in storage areas for these foods could signify mold-related exposure or potentially dangerous mold.

Mold-related symptoms can develop quickly or slowly after someone spends time in a mold-friendly area. Some people are allergic to mold and experience hay fever-like symptoms such as sneezing or runny nose, hives, and difficulty breathing. People with asthma or other respiratory conditions may also feel the effects of moldy environments. They might experience an asthma attack or need to use an inhaler immediately.

However, even though they are healthy and free from allergies, some people may not be aware of the dangers or extent of mold exposure until a long time later. These symptoms may develop over several weeks, months, and even years for some victims. They may start with an unfamiliar feeling of being short of breath or the appearance and persistence of a persistent cough. Many mold victims experience confusion, fatigue, and headaches. Some mold victims may experience nausea, gastrointestinal problems, and symptoms consistent with kidney or liver disease. This depends on the exposure’s extent, type, and mycotoxin amount.

Mold Exposure Damages

Although no lawsuit outcome can be guaranteed, victims exposed to mold may be eligible for compensation. Mold exposure-related illness, injury, or wrongful loss can lead to damages that could be recovered.

• Medical treatment and long-term treatments are expensive.
• The suffering that victims or families have endured and will endure is the pain and suffering they are currently experiencing.
• Loss of income due to death or incapacitating factors.
• Mold can cause property damage.

Victims of mold exposure can also seek punitive damages if the person responsible for not keeping them safe from mold exposure acted recklessly or outlandishly. Punitive damages are intended to teach the wrongdoer and prevent others from suffering injuries due to the same conduct.

What to do if you have mold exposure?

Mold exposure injury and illness victims often question themselves and the symptoms. Many possible causes for hay fever symptoms like shortness of breath or persistent cough exist. It’s difficult to determine if any one person or condition is responsible.

Although it is a common belief, it is not always true. If you can find the correct information, mold can be identified as the cause of unusual symptoms.

It is essential to contact an experienced attorney if you suspect you might be suffering from a mold-related injury or illness. An experienced attorney can connect you with medical professionals diagnosing and treating mold exposures. They can also help you evaluate and eliminate other possible causes of your condition.

A lawyer with the proper knowledge can tap into a network to find out if mold is growing in your area. Sometimes, this level of investigation is not necessary. Contact an attorney immediately if you have symptoms similar to the one above and someone at your school, home, or workplace discovers a large amount of mold.

Demonstrating Mold Exposure

It can be difficult and time-consuming to establish liability for someone who fails to mitigate mold because of the uncertainty surrounding the onset of mold-related symptoms. The potentially liable parties and their insurance companies tend to blame the victim of mold exposure or point fingers at one another. This is rather than taking responsibility for any mold-related injury or illness.

These tactics will not work for an attorney with a proven track record in handling mold exposure cases, such as Vaval Law. Your attorney will defend you against insurers’ attempts to convince you to accept low-ball settlements or to sign waivers. Your attorney will help you get every dollar of compensation you are entitled to while you heal from the effects of mold exposure.

Mold-exposure cases can take time and resources. Vaval Law may be willing to represent clients on a contingent fee basis. This means the firm will only recover its fees from any settlement or judgment in the client’s favor. Ask us about the fee arrangements that might work for you if you have any questions about the cost of working with a mold-exposure lawyer.

Justice for Florida Toxic Mold Exposure Victims

There is nothing scarier than finding out that something is making your family sick and not being able to find the cause. An unknown danger such as toxic mold can cause anxiety that can be overwhelming. Vaval Law understands how distressing it can be to become ill after mold exposure. We also know where to go for help. Our compassionate and determined team of mold-exposure attorneys is here to assist you.

Suppose you or a loved one have been exposed to mold or mycotoxins. In that case, you suspect have made you sick, or if you’ve discovered a previously-undisclosed mold condition in your home that makes you feel unsafe, you may be entitled to significant compensation. To discuss your legal options, call Vaval Law at 833-VAVAL-LAW or online.

The Florida area is plagued by toxic mold. Vaval Law fights to ensure that clients exposed to toxic mold are compensated and receive justice.