Mold Issues Defense

Defending landlords against mold claims by tenants

Addressing mold problems in a timely manner is absolutely critical for landlords. Prolonged exposure to mold has been linked to serious health conditions, including asthma, sinus infections, breathing problems, headaches, nausea, memory loss and even hair loss. Furthermore, most property insurers do not cover property loss claims for mold related losses.

The Law Offices of Kenny Tan encourages landlords to take care of mold problems as soon as they appear. If you have concerns about mold defense, contact a skilled lawyer at our Diamond Bar, California offices at 1-877-616-0430.

A growing mold problem

Unfortunately, energy efficiency may be contributing to the growing mold problem. Today's buildings emphasize energy conservation and tight construction techniques, which reduces airflow. This serves to create the warm, moist conditions in which mold thrives.

Mold is most commonly caused by:

• High humidity
• Leaking pipes
• Flooding
• Leaking roofs
• Damp basements
• Air conditioners

Watching your bottom line

Being proactive in the fight against mold is your first defense. No landlord wants to be cited for health code violations. However, if you do not correct the mold violation within 35 days, you cannot collect rent from tenants.

If you cannot get the mold cleaned up by this deadline, the court may order you to relocate tenants at your expense. In addition to this court enforcement, failure to take the appropriate action can also result in serious injuries to tenants and expose you to liability.

Every time a tenant complains of mold, you, the landlord, need to treat the problem quickly and effectively. Attorneys at the Law Offices of Kenny Tan can advise you on how to maintain a service log detailing when the mold problems first occurred and how they were resolved. By taking this precaution, you can show the court that you are a responsible, conscientious landlord if a tenant ever files suit against you.

We not only offer detailed guidance regarding how to effectively resolve mold problems, we also provide comprehensive and skilled defense services when tenants file a mold-related lawsuit seeking damages. For more information, contact a dedicated attorney at the Law Offices of Kenny Tan for skilled legal advice on mold defense.

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