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A defective Chinese drywall lawyer is a product liability attorney who advises and litigates on behalf of an individual, couple or family that has been harmed or suffered losses due to defective drywall manufactured in China — a building product that has been in the news recently because of its noxious effects.
Product liability lawyers work to obtain a fair and satisfactory legal remedy for the victims of dangerous or defective products such as vehicles, appliances, drugs, medical devices, building materials and their components — such as:
Thus, defective Chinese drywall lawyers are skilled litigators who help bring about a negotiated settlement or a court award that compensates victims for costs and damages caused by the contaminated drywall, including:
A defective Chinese drywall attorney helps determine the party or multiple parties who bear the liability for the ailments and injuries suffered due to the defective Chinese drywall, which have been reported to various state public health departments as:
There are various companies involved in the current string of defective Chinese-made drywall lawsuits, including home builders and supply companies that used the contaminated drywall manufactured in China. Among them are Lennar Corporation, a national home builder, and Knauf Plasterboard Tianjin Co. Ltd. According to shipping records, some attorneys estimate that at least 50,000 U.S. homes could contain the contaminated drywall; 30,000 of which are in Florida.
A panel of drywall (which is a generic term, not a brand name) is a core layer of gypsum plaster sandwiched between two layers of special construction paper. There are many different formulations for drywall, varying in accord with their intended use. Some people call the panels "wallboard" or "sheetrock," which also have particular formulations. These materials are all used to create smooth, flat walls and ceilings, and drywall is a standard component of millions of homes and other buildings across the U.S. and around the world.
The defective drywall may have excessive and dangerous levels of a number of compounds, which when emitted into the ambient air — especially in high-humidity environments — the drywall may be toxic. These compounds include:
If you fear that your home may contain defective Chinese drywall, a product liability lawyer in your area can discuss your concerns with you and explore your legal options. For more information or to schedule a private consultation with an experienced lawyer for defective drywall, please contact us to speak with a drywall lawyer today.
Officials are investigating claims that Chinese-made drywall is posing health risks to thousands of American consumers. According to the Consumer Product Safety Commission, investigations are currently underway in several Florida homes. To date, the F...
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