Parker Waichman LLP

W. Palm Beach Condo Building – The Whitney – May Have Chinese Drywall

Their Units May Contain Chinese Drywall. People living in another Florida condominium complex have been warned that their units may contain Chinese drywall. According to The Palm Beach Post, the management of The Whitney in downtown West Palm Beach has issued letters to residents letting them know that someone has been hired to inspect the […]

Condo Building

Their Units May Contain Chinese Drywall. People living in another Florida condominium complex have been warned that their units may contain Chinese drywall. According to The Palm Beach Post, the management of The Whitney in downtown West Palm Beach has issued letters to residents letting them know that someone has been hired to inspect the building.

The Whitney management was first alerted to the possibility of Chinese drywall when the resident of one condo in the building reported the corrosion of air condition coils – one of the most prominent symptoms of the problem. Some residents also told WPBF-TV that they have been bothered by the “rotten eggs” odor that the material emits.

According to WPBF-TV, The Whitney opened in 2007, but was facing foreclosure by the lender by the end of 2008. A Scandinavian investment firm, ABG Sundal Collier, paid $24 million in cash for 141 units in February. Many of the units were offered for rent.

Homeowners in at least 18 states have complained that fumes from Chinese-made drywall produce a “rotten eggs” odor and cause metals, such as air conditioning coils, to corrode. The fumes have also been associated with respiratory and sinus problems in some residents. According to a recent Wall Street Journal article, the U.S. imported roughly 309 million square feet of drywall from China during the housing boom from 2004 to 2007.

The Problem in Florida.

The first complaints about the smells and other problems associated with Chinese drywall were made by Florida homeowners in January. It is now becoming increasingly clear that the problem in Florida and other states is not simply confined to single family homes. The Bonita Springs law firm of Parker Waichman LLP, the first firm to file a federal class action lawsuit over Chinese drywall, has confirmed that condo owners and condo associations have called the firm looking for help with their Chinese drywall problems.

Last week, we reported that the material was discovered at the luxury Vivante condominium complex in Punta Gorda Isles, Florida. And in April, we wrote that residents of the 90-unit Magdalena Gardens in Punta Gorda, Florida had claimed that fumes from Chinese drywall had made them sick and had caused corrosion problems.

Condominium owners in other states have also complained about problems possibly related to Chinese drywall. For example, the material was the subject of complaints at the 240-unit Harbor Walk condo complex in Norfolk, VA. Condo owners there have filed a lawsuit against the complex’s developer.

Last month, the Environmental Protection Agency released results of tests it conducted that compared Chinese drywall to American-made material. The tests found sulfur and two organic compounds associated with acrylic paint in the Chinese drywall that were not present in the American wallboard. The agency said more testing is needed to determine if any of the compounds found in the Chinese drywall are responsible for problems reported by homeowners.

Need Legal Help Regarding Defective Chinese Drywall in Condo Building?

The personal injury attorneys at Parker Waichman LLP offer free, no-obligation case evaluations. For more information, fill out our online contact form or call 1-800-YOURLAWYER (1-800-968-7529).

[sc name=”post-footers”]

What Our Clients Say About Us
We have worked with thousands of clients and we appreciate them and their positive reviews. Here are just a few recent client reviews...
5 Star Reviews 150
I was very happy with Parker Waichman services. The staff stayed in constant communication with me. Thank you.
Richard Wall
6 months ago
5 Star Reviews 150
Great company. If you really want to win your case - they will do it for you. Very professional.
Andre Kras
8 years ago
5 Star Reviews 150
Positive: Professionalism , Quality , Responsiveness , Value My overall experience with PW has been excellent. Benita was very helpful and professional throughout the process. Would definitely recommend this law firm to all
Arnold Musella
2 years ago

Why Choose Us to Help You?

We Take Care of Everything
Your situation is stressful enough: Let us take on the deadlines, paperwork, investigation, and litigation. We'll handle every detail so you don't have to worry.
No Recovery = No Legal Fees
We work on a contingency-fee basis, meaning that we only get paid from a portion of your settlement or jury award. If you don't get compensation, you owe us nothing.
Decades of Experience
Your situation is stressful enough: Let us take on the deadlines, paperwork, investigation, and litigation. We'll handle every detail so you don't have to worry.
Respected by Our Peers
Judges, insurance adjusters, and fellow attorneys all speak highly of our skills, and we've earned numerous accolades, including a flawless rating from AVVO.
We Have Many Locations To Serve You
We have the experience and the skilled litigators to win your case. Contact us and speak with a real attorney who can help you.
Long Island – Nassau
Parker Waichman LLP
6 Harbor Park Drive
Port Washington, NY 11050
Long Island – Suffolk
Parker Waichman LLP
201 Old Country Road – Suite 145
Melville, NY 11747
New York
Parker Waichman LLP
59 Maiden Lane, 6th Floor
New York, NY 10038
Queens
Parker Waichman LLP
118-35 Queens Boulevard, Suite 400
Forest Hills, NY 11375
Brooklyn
Parker Waichman LLP
300 Cadman Plaza West
One Pierrepont Plaza, 12th Floor
Brooklyn, NY 11201
New Jersey
Parker Waichman LLP
80 Main Street, Suite 265
West Orange, NJ 07052
Florida
Parker Waichman LLP
27299 Riverview Center Boulevard
Suite 108
Bonita Springs, FL 34134
Nationwide Service
Parker Waichman LLP
59 Maiden Lane, 6th Floor
New York, NY 10038