Toxic Chinese Drywall Attorneys

Toxic Chinese Drywall

Product liability is a problem that all consumers inevitably have to worry about. Products are only as safe as the amount of consideration and care that goes into making them safe, and wanton neglect for well-being often results in unsatisfied customers who are either injured or become ill as a result of either of the aforementioned. Toxic Chinese drywall, a building material that is imported from China, is one such product that poses a serious risk to all consumers who purchase it and trust in it being safe.

Drywall from China has been labeled as toxic due to the chemicals that have been discovered to seep out of the building material. It is speculated that sulfur is present is the drywall during the production process, possibly stemming from the fact that it is believed wastewater is used in the manufacturing of these drywall materials. When interacting with moisture from air conditioning units, the chemicals form sulphuric acid, a highly corrosive liquid that can cause chemical burns and respiratory irritation.

The sulphuric acid can deteriorate plumbing, which in turn can lead to poor water circulation throughout a home. The smell can be overwhelming, and the fumes can lead to breathing problems, nagging coughs, joint-pain and other infirmaries that could ultimately be prevented had manufacturers of drywall in China been more diligent in their production process. Furthermore, exporters of the material, as well as importers, are also guilty of a disregard for safety standards, shipping and receiving the toxic material despite the known safety liabilities that are associated with it. On a more local level, builders and contractors who choose to use the toxic building material, possibly because costs have been reduced due to the problem, are liable for their faulty craftsmanship, and should be held accountable for using a material that can not only affect a person's health, but also ruin the structural integrity of their home.

Toxic Chinese drywall can affect more than health. Sulphuric acid can deteriorate other building materials and render a family's home depreciated and undesirable. The sulphuric acid released from the dry wall can not only destroy air conditioning units, but can ruin electrical wiring. The build up of moisture on now faulty air conditioners can create large amounts of moisture within the framework of a house, which in turn promotes the growth and longevity of mold and other airborne toxins that can pose health risks to anyone that breathes in the spores or fumes.

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Initial symptoms of illness can range from dizziness to nausea, can render a healthy adult bedridden, and can reduce quality of life as a result. If you or a loved one has been the victim of the crippling effects associated with Chinese drywall, please don't hesitate to contact a Philadelphia toxic tort lawyer at the law firm of Anapol Schwartz. Our skilled environmental litigation attorneys will examine every aspect of your claim, and will determine who is responsible for your misfortune. We will hold liable parties accountable for their actions and seek monetary compensation on your behalf. Please call us today for a free consultation.

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