Is a Landlord Responsible for Mold?

California was the first state in the country to pass a law dealing with toxic mold in residential rental property when the Toxic Mold Protection Act went into effect in 2001. The law establishes requirements for landlords when residential rental properties are...

Should a Renter Leave if Mold Is Found?

Mold is a type of microscopic fungi that thrives in moist conditions and grows on any organic material including wood, paper and fibers. Colonies of mold can cover a large area and are usually black, white, grey, brown or green. Not only does mold damage the surfaces...