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Defective Chinese Drywall Lawsuits
Thousands of homes in Florida and throughout the United States that were built between 2004 and 2007, may contain defective drywall imported from China.
The Chinese drywall contains dangerously high concentrations of sulfur, which could produce a rotten egg smell, destroy the homes electrical wiring and potentially cause other problems.
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Louisiana Chinese Drywall Law Passed That Prevents Insurance Cancellations
Louisiana Governor Bobby Jindal has signed a new law into effect that bans insurance companies from dropping the policies of homeowners who have toxic Chinese drywall in their homes.
Jury Awards Damages for Chinese Drywall to Homeowner
A Florida family has been awarded $2.46 million in the first Chinese drywall lawsuit to be heard by a jury. The decision was seen by some as a “bellwether” case, which could forecast how other juries may respond to similar evidence that will be presented in other trials over Chinese drywall that has caused problems [...]
Chinese Drywall Class Action Suit Certified in Florida
A class action lawsuit over Chinese drywall has been certified in Florida state court, allowing about 150 Miami-area homeowners to pursue compensation from drywall suppliers and builders who allegedly built homes with toxic wallboard imported from China, which has been found to release foul smells and cause corrosion throughout the home.
CPSC Releases Names of Toxic Chinese Drywall Manufacturers
Federal investigators say they have identified the specific companies that imported the Chinese drywall products that are emitting high levels of sulfur, damaging electrical equipments and releasing foul odors in thousands of homes across the U.S.
Settlement Over Chinese Drywall Reportedly Reached with Home Builder
A major foreign manufacturer of toxic drywall imported from China has reached a settlement with one U.S. builder and is in talks with as many as 10 more, in an attempt to resolve some of the growing number of lawsuits over their Chinese drywall.
Chinese Drywall Settlement Possible as Judge Awards Additional Damages
A major Chinese drywall manufacturer has started settlement negotiations with U.S. homebuilders suing it for supplying them with toxic wallboard. The discussions come as a federal judge has awarded repair costs to another family whose home was built with the toxic drywall.
Chinese Drywall Damages of $2.6M Awarded in First Lawsuit
A federal judge has awarded $2.6 million to seven Virginia families in the first Chinese drywall lawsuit verdict, but collecting the actual award may be difficult.
Chinese Drywall Company May Face Seizure of Ships for Ignoring U.S. Courts
A federal judge is considering leveling a judgment against a foreign company which has refused to answer to a Chinese drywall lawsuit filed in the United States. The ruling could give plaintiffs the right to seize any assets of Taishan Gypsum Co. that touch U.S. soil.
Feds Release Guidance for Homeowners on Identifying Chinese Drywall
Federal regulators have released new guidance to help home owners and inspectors identify which homes are affected by toxic Chinese drywall.
Class Action Lawsuit Over Chinese Drywall Filed For 2,100 People
About 2,100 people joined in a class action lawsuit for Chinese drywall homeowners filed in Louisiana, alleging that their homes were built with toxic wallboard manufactured by Knauf Plasterboard Tainjin Co. Ltd. (KPT).
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