What Are Toxic Torts?

Toxic torts are injuries caused by toxic materials or substances frequently linked to cancers, organ damage and birth defects. Toxic materials or substances may be released into the air or water by factories or dumped into the ground in landfills. Some common materials that are often the subject of toxic tort litigation include:

Asbestos

Toxic Molds

Pesticides

Defective Drugs

Hazardous or Toxic Waste

Other Mold FAQs

Q: What Is Toxic Mold Litigation?
A: A related practice area is toxic mold litigation, where the exposure is to toxic molds rather than toxic substances, energy, products or devices. Molds are microscopic … More
Q: What Are Molds?
A: Molds are microscopic fungi that need plant and animal matter in order to grow. It is estimated that there are greater than 100,000 different species of fungi that … More
Q: Are Molds Bad For Humans?
A: Toxic molds can be dangerous and even fatal for susceptible individuals. However, the majority of molds pose little or no health risks to humans. Household molds exist … More
Q: What Are Some Of The Common Indoor Molds?
A: Cladosporium Penicillium Alternaria Aspergillus More
Q: What Does Household Toxic Mold Grow On?
A: Toxic mold is often found in damp, moist, or wet places in or around a house or building. Stachybotrys typically grows in damp environments on materials that are high … More
Q: What Makes Stachybotrys Toxic?
A: Stachybotrys mold spores produce a poisonous substance called mycotoxin. Specifically, these are known as trichothecenes. When these spores are inhaled and ingested by … More
Q: How Can Mold Affect People?
A: Sensitized individuals (people who are prone to the effects of molds) may exhibit symptoms such as nasal stuffiness, eye irritation, or wheezing. Individuals with … More
Q: Can Stachybotris Cause Disease?
A: Stachybotrys is thought to be responsible for a potentially fatal condition called acute idiopathic pulmonary hemorrhage. This has only occurred in infants and … More
Q: What Can Be Done To Lower Mold Exposure?
A: Individuals who are prone to the effects of mold should stay away from problem areashumid, wet conditions. Indoor humidity levels should be kept below … More
Q: How Do I Know If I Have A Mold Problem?
A: The presence of large mold manifestation can usually be seen or smelled. Smaller infestations may require professional cleaning or testing in order to detect.