Muhammad Ali and his wife are suing a Louisville couple over a house the Alis bought for $1.87 million five years ago.

The lawsuit claims the Alis weren’t told about numerous defects and made “material misrepresentations” regarding other defects so the couple would buy the property. Among the problems listed in the lawsuit are roof and chimney leaks, mold, poor insulation and improper connection of a main waterline, as reported by The Courier-Journal…

According to the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency’s (EPA) Fact Sheet: Mold In Schools, “When mold grows in school buildings and portable classrooms, some staff and students, particularly those with allergies or respiratory problems, may report adverse health effects.  Mold requires oxygen, water, and a source of food to grow. Controlling moisture is the key to managing mold in schools and our homes” 

Inhalation exposure to fungi in indoor environments can cause health effects in some people. Molds produce allergens, irritants, and, in some cases, potentially toxic substances known as mycotoxins.   Mold exposure can also cause asthma attacks in people with asthma who are allergic to mold. In addition, molds can irritate the eyes, skin, nose, throat, and lungs of individuals whether or not they are allergic to mold.

“When mold does grow indoors, the occupants of a building may begin to report odors and a variety of symptoms including headaches, difficulty breathing, skin irritation, allergic reactions, and aggravated asthma symptoms,” reported Julie Hurst, President of American Mold Experts, a leading provider of Mold Inspections, Testing and “green” removal.  “Young children are often more susceptible to problems that result from mold exposure so it’s imperative that we ensure that the indoor air quality in schools and our homes is not a health threat and that the air quality provides for an optimal learning environment,” she continued.