Category Archives: Toxic Mold

Chronic childhood diseases linked to exposure to toxic chemicals in the environment surging upward

By Mark Johnson of the Journal Sentinel Oct. 1, 2009 Chronic childhood diseases linked to exposure to toxic chemicals in the environment have been surging upward, costing the U.S. almost $55 billion a year. That was the opening message 150 … Continue reading

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A tenant’s nightmare: ‘Moldgate’ – State Toxic Mold Task Force at work on recommendations for next legislative session

October 1, 2009 by Cathy Woodruff A crew of tenants and former tenants of Tollgate Apartments have a not-so-fond nickname for the old brick building on New Scotland Road in Slingerlands. They call it “Moldgate.” Only months ago, they were … Continue reading

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Another story Riverstone Residential should note! – With low-income, elderly tenants alleging ongoing problems with mold, the Archdiocese of Miami faces another lawsuit

BY LISA J. HURIASH Tuesday, 09.29.09 Sun Sentinel A few months ago, Rose Barros noticed dark spots on her living room wall at St. Andrews Towers in Coral Springs, which is owned by the Archdiocese of Miami. She said she … Continue reading

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Another news story for Riverstone Residential to take serious note of – Apartment complex demolished – ultimate demise was caused by mold

Note – Another news story for Riverstone Residential to take serious note of.  See links below.  katy Mold found in unit considered hazardous By Thelma Guerrero-Huston • Statesman Journal • September 30, 2009 After sitting empty for more than 18 months, … Continue reading

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Take note of this news story Riverstone Residential – NY1 For You Follow Up: Help On The Way For Mold-Displaced Family

Note – The management company in this news story used some of the same tactics Riverstone Residential uses.  They are being held accountable for at least something but not all so far.  Riverstone Residential seems to get away with much, much more.  … Continue reading

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