Chinese drywall has been a hot topic in the news, as homeowners about strange gas odors, break corrosion of metal of objects and the down of units and electrical appliances in their homes complained.

The alleged problem started as drywall, made in China was from 2004 to 2006 while the housing boom in the United States has been taken.  This Chinese drywall was used mainly in houses in the Gulf Coast and East Coast.  People began finally reporting numerous problems and even health problems, who believed they were caused by the drywall.  As a result were filed various lawsuits, House and apartment owners against building owners, developers, manufacturers and other parties involved with the Chinese drywall were.  One such applications contain the case of Germano, et al. against Taishan gypsum co., Ltd., et al.

In the case against Taishan, the judge decided that that the defendant violated the negligence of the plaintiff in their real property interests.  Explained the Court considers that Taishan negligence in "making a defective product and that they are entitled to recover the damage around by the same cause."

The plaintiff claims were not excluded rule of Virginia's economic loss.  Based on Virginia they can act, again the cost of repairs and the loss of the property value after the repairs are made.

Read opinion here, drywall more about this case and the Court opinion.

If you a homeowner in Virginia, which have been damaged by Chinese drywall, contact lawyer Richard Serpe.  He will explain your options.

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