The Environmental Attorneys at The Simon Law Firm Comment on the Bourne Landfill

Massachusetts village of Bourne plagued by hydrogen sulfide odors emanating from
landfill
ST. LOUIS--(Business Wire)--
Hydrogen sulfide odors emanating from a landfill located in the Cape Cod, MA
village of Bourne have prevented homeowners from the use and enjoyment of their
property. Caused by decomposing construction debris dumped into the landfill,
hydrogen sulfide produces a rotten-egg smell.

"When a landfill releases hydrogen sulfide gas, residents must close their
windows and avoid enjoying their yards in an effort to escape the stench," notes
Todd Hageman, an attorney with The Simon Law Firm. "At low levels, hydrogen
sulfide is a nuisance. At high levels, it is linked to health complications such
as eye and skin irritation, headaches, delirium and respiratory problems."

The Massachusetts Department of Environmental Protection levied a $7,200 fine
for noxious odors released in the fall of 2008. However, a recent press release
from the town administrator indicates that the stench continues to pose a
problem.

The Simon Law Firm is a St. Louis-based firm that represents people who have
lost the use and enjoyment of their property or been hurt by environmental and
landfill hazards. The firm represents residents across the country plagued by
hydrogen sulfide landfill odors.

The Simon Law Firm
Todd Hageman, 1-877-767-3108
thageman@simonlawpc.com
www.simonlawpc.com

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