Washington tenant keeps $75,000 award over paint fumes after appeal trims damages

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Eric Christiansen said fumes from a neighboring workshop's paint made his Washington apartment uninhabitable, leading him to sue. Health authorities confirmed the unit had hazardous conditions. A trial court initially awarded him nearly $95,904 for his suffering. On appeal, the award was reduced to $75,000 after some claims for additional damages were thrown out. The appeals court also opened the door to further discussion about attorney fees.

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