Using Teams in Mold Litigation by Leslie O'Neal-Coble, Esq.

icJendicust as it takes a village to raise a child, it often takes teams of lawyers and consultants to investigate and to litigate the myriad issues involved in mold cases. (1,2) Litigating cases where mold growth is an issue often involves a combination of construction defect issues, medical issues, property damage issues photo-4and insurance coverage issues. The list of experts involved may include one or more of the following: forensic architect; mechanical engineer; industrial hygienist; microbiologist; epidemiologist or public health specialist; pulmonary physician; allergist; accountant or economist.

One commentator observed, "Mold claims are also highly technical and the Court and …