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Legal Help for New Yorkers Harmed by Toxic Mold Exposure

Prolonged exposure to toxic mold can trigger serious health problems, ruin your belongings, and leave you feeling unsafe in your own home. When a property owner, landlord, or other party fails to address known water or mold issues, they put people at risk and may be legally responsible for any resulting harm. If you are in this position, our New York toxic mold attorney can help you understand your legal rights and options.
Tshai Budhi Esq., representing the Summit Legal Team, fights for individuals and families whose lives have been disrupted by toxic mold exposure, combining scientific insight with relentless advocacy to pursue the justice and compensation they deserve. Our practice is built on a simple guiding principle: Every case matters, every time. We provide a free, confidential consultation to evaluate your case and determine how we can help. We will take the time to listen to your story, answer your legal questions, and discuss your legal options. Call us at (404) 905-6983 or submit our online contact form.

What Are the Dangers of Toxic Mold?

Mold is a type of fungus that grows in damp and poorly ventilated areas. When flooding, leaks, or excessive moisture go unaddressed, mold can spread quickly.
There are hundreds of mold species in New York and the United States. Not all mold is toxic, but prolonged exposure to certain types, such as Aspergillus and Stachybotrys chartarum (black mold), can cause serious health issues. Toxic mold exposure may cause or worsen symptoms such as:
  • Sneezing
  • Nasal stuffiness or a runny nose
  • Eye irritation
  • Skin irritation or rashes
    Asthma symptoms, including coughing, wheezing, shortness of breath, and chest tightness
  • Headaches
  • Hypersensitivity pneumonitis, which is lung inflammation due to a reaction to the mold, causing extreme fatigue and other flu-like symptoms
  • Allergic fungal sinusitis, or an inflammatory reaction in the sinuses
  • Allergic bronchopulmonary aspergillosis, or an allergic reaction in the lungs
  • Gut and digestive issues
Researchers are still studying all the ways mold exposure may affect the human body. Some studies suggest that mold exposure may also be linked to cognitive impairment and other systemic symptoms.
Children, seniors, and people who are immunocompromised are especially vulnerable to adverse health effects from mold exposure.

Do I Have a Toxic Mold Case?

To have a viable mold case, you generally must show that a property owner, landlord, or other responsible party was negligent, that the mold exposure caused your illness or injuries, and that you suffered actual damages as a result. Establishing negligence generally requires four key elements:
  • Duty of care. You must establish that the responsible party had a duty of care to keep the property reasonably safe. For example, New York property owners and landlords have a duty to their tenants to maintain habitable, safe living spaces.
  • Breach of duty of care. You must show that the responsible party failed to meet that duty. For example, in a mold case, this breach may include ignoring mold or leak complaints, refusing or delaying repairs, or failing to follow mold inspectors’ recommendations.
  • Causation. You must establish a clear link between the mold exposure and your illness or injuries.
  • Damages. You must show that you have suffered actual damages as a result of the mold exposure, including medical expenses, property damages, or pain and suffering.
During a free, confidential consultation, a New York toxic mold attorney can listen to your story, answer your legal questions, evaluate your case, and help you understand whether you may have a viable claim to move forward.

How a New York Toxic Mold Attorney Can Help

Toxic mold exposure is one of the most nuanced and evolving areas of personal injury law. These cases are complex for many reasons. For example, the at-fault party and their insurance company often dispute the source of the mold, as well as the severity and cause of your illness. The strength of the evidence in a toxic mold case is critical to achieving a successful outcome.
Attorney Tshai Budhi, representing the Summit Legal Team, focuses her practice on complex toxic mold exposure and litigation, remaining at the forefront of this cutting-edge field. She combines scientific insight with relentless advocacy to secure justice and compensation for people harmed by toxic mold exposure. If Summit Legal Team can help you with your case, you can expect us to:
  • Conduct a thorough investigation into the mold growth and your exposure
  • Gather and preserve critical evidence to support your claim
    Identify and establish liability for your damages
  • Determine and calculate the value of your damages
  • Work with doctors, mold inspectors, remediators, toxicologists, and other experts to build the strongest claim possible
  • Negotiate for fair compensation on your behalf
  • Litigate your case in court if needed
If you or a loved one has suffered from toxic mold exposure due to someone else’s negligence, do not hesitate to contact our law firm. We provide a free, confidential consultation to listen to your story, answer your legal questions, and evaluate your case. We can help you determine whether you have a viable claim and what next steps may be available.

Toxic Mold FAQ

What damages are available in a toxic mold exposure case?

The damages that may be available to you depend on the specific circumstances of your case. However, you may be able to seek and recover compensation for the following:
  • Medical expenses. You can seek reimbursement for past and future medical costs related to the mold exposure.
  • Lost wages. You can seek lost income and work benefits for missed work due to your illness or having to vacate your mold-infested property.
    Property damage. You can seek reimbursement for the cost of replacing personal property damaged or destroyed by mold.
  • Relocation expenses. You can seek compensation for costs associated with vacating your premises and moving into new housing.
  • Pain and suffering. You can seek compensation for the physical, emotional, and psychological impacts of your mold-related illness.

How much does a toxic mold lawyer in New York cost?

At Summit Legal Team, our New York toxic mold attorney takes cases on a contingency fee basis. This arrangement means you do not pay any upfront legal fees if we can help you with your case. We cover the upfront costs of your case and are only paid if we recover compensation for you through a settlement or verdict.

Contact Our New York Toxic Mold Lawyer for a Free Case Evaluation

At Summit Legal Team, we represent New Yorkers facing serious illness and financial losses due to toxic mold exposure. If you or a loved one has been harmed by toxic mold due to someone else’s negligence, you may be entitled to compensation. We provide a free, confidential consultation to evaluate your case and determine how we can help. We will take the time to listen to your story, answer your legal questions, and discuss your legal options. Call us at (404) 905-6983 or submit our online contact form.