FLORIDA PERSONAL INJURY BLOG: Personal Injury Cases Stemming From Chinese Drywall Could Start Next Year
A New Orleans judge who gained national prominence handling Vioxx litigation is now moving forward with numerous cases involving Chinese Drywall used in homes throughout the southeast including Lakewood Ranch. Estimates in Florida are that nearly 400 homes have the drywall from China that can emit a foul-smelling sulfur compound that is making people sick. (read more).
Despite the fact that the majority of cases are being filed in Florida, the Louisiana judge was chosen due to his experience and respect from both plaintiffs and defendants. The first trials will begin within six months and will likely involve property claims. Personal injury claims are expected to begin in about a year.
If you or a loved one has been injured due to someone else’s negligence, please contact Darren Finebloom at 1-800-FIGHT-IT or online at fightyourinjury.com to discuss the matter.
