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Toxic Mold

Toxic mold, or more accurately, mold that produces mycotoxins, presents a lurking danger to many homeowners. The toxins from many common forms of mold can cause asthma, allergic reactions, and other unpleasant symptoms. To make matters worse, mold can be difficult and expensive to remove. The Toxic Mold section of FindLaw's Real Estate section provides legal and health-related information about toxic mold exposure in the home or workplace. Included are tips on how to assert your rights if you have suffered property damage or health problems caused by toxic mold and how to prevent mold from entering your house in the first place.
Learn About Toxic Mold
  • Toxic Mold Overview

    A broad look at the different forms of toxic mold and the dangers they present. Learn about the causes of toxic mold in homes and buildings, the warning signs, the different types of mold, and more.

  • Mold Types and Causes

    A guide to the different types of mold and the causes of each. Learn about the most common forms of mold found in home and commercial buildings, including Cladosporium, Penicillium, Aspergilus, and more.

  • Mold Prevention and Control Tips

    Moisture is the key to mold control. This article provides a number of tips to help you prevent mold growth in your home, including frequently cleaning your gutters, keeping air conditioning drip pans clean, and more.

  • Toxic Mold Legal Claims

    If you’ve been exposed to toxic mold in your home or workplace, you may want to file a legal claim against those responsible. Learn about who may be held responsible for toxic mold injuries and more in this article.

  • Mold Associated Illnesses

    There are a variety of illnesses associated with toxic mold exposure. This articles explains who is most at risk for toxic mold-related illnesses, the different illnesses caused by toxic mold, the symptoms involved, and more.

  • Construction Defect Basics

    An overview of construction defects and the laws involved. This article provides information on faulty designs, code violations, substandard workmanship, unsafe structures, limits on potential claims, and more.

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