• Studies show approximately 40% of apartment dwellers have experienced significant second hand smoke intrusion from neighboring apartments.

Insurance Claims

• Many apartment dwellers have home owners or renter’s insurance.

• Most policies cover smoke intrusion damages but with limitations.

• You can check your policy or speak with your insurance agent regarding your coverage.

• For New York coop, condo, or renters insured with Allstate, a class action lawsuit is currently pending.

• If you are or have been insured with Allstate over the past 6 years and suffered second hand smoke intrusion, you should immediately contact us.

• Time is limited but recoveries can be substantial.

RECOVERY FROM LANDLORDS/CONDO-COOP BOARDS/ PROPERTY MANAGERS

• BUILDING MANAGERS OR OWNERS HAVE A DUTY TO RESIDENTS NOT TO PERMIT NOXIOUS ODORS AND DANGEROUS HEALTH CONDITIONS COMING FROM NEIGHBORING APARTMENTS.

• MANY APARTMENT BUILDINGS NOW HAVE NO SMOKING RULES THAT ARE ENFORCEABLE. IF YOUR LANDLORD OR COOP/CONDO BOARDS REFUSES OR NEGLECTS TO ABATE SECOND HAND SMOKE INTRUSION, YOU MAY SEEK RECOVERY AND ENFORCEMENT BY LITIGATION OR COMPLAINTS TO GOVERNMENT HEALTH AGENCIES.

• OUR LAW FIRM IS EXPERIENCED IN SUCH CASES.