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Raw sewage flooded new home

March 25, 2005

Our brand new $400,00.00 home in Fishhawk Ranch subdivision is making my family sick. A few days after we moved in, there was a flood of raw sewage from the development which encompassed most of the living area and yard. Inland Homes made a minor effort to clean up the mess by removing the carpet five weeks after the flood. There was pink and green mold growing up the walls. Our house and boxes of personal belongings were soaked in human feces. It has been three months and my family is sick all the time. Our dog died of a bacterial infection. I believe it is because of the air quality. I have a copy of the document containing the results of tests that Inland did of the soil and air which indicate high degrees of mold and bacteria. Yet Inland Homes says that it is safe to live in. Our life savings has gone into the down payment and we cannot afford to relocate.


Asked on 3/29/05, 9:54 am

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Scott R. Jay Law Offices of Scott R. Jay

Re: Raw sewage flooded new home

NOTE: This communication is not intended as and should not be interpreted as legal advice. Rather, it is intended solely as a general discussion of legal principles. You should not rely on or take action based on this communication without first presenting ALL relevant details to a competent attorney in your jurisdiction and then receiving the attorney's individualized advice for you. By reading the "Response" to your question or comment, you agree that the opinion expressed is not intended to, nor does it, create any attorney-client relationship, nor does it constitute legal advice to any person reviewing such information, nor will it be considered an attorney-client privileged communication. If you do not agree, then stop right here, and do not read any further.

While you have not asked any particular legal question, it seems clear to me that you have an action against the developer for the damages it has caused. I strongly urge you to meet with an attorney who can help you address each of your issues.

Scott R. Jay, Esq., 305-249-8000

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Answered on 3/29/05, 10:39 am


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