Migliaccio & Rathod LLP is investigating complaints from residents near the Cocoa Corporation and Republic Services composting operation in Laketown Township, Michigan regarding persistent odors allegedly associated with food-waste composting activities.
What Consumers Report
Residents report experiencing recurring odors allegedly generated by composting operations, including:
- Strong manure, sewage, sulfur, and decomposing food odors.
- Odors that become particularly intense during compost turning and processing activities.
- Conditions that allegedly prevent residents from enjoying outdoor spaces or opening windows.
- Concerns regarding impacts on nearby residential and vacation properties.
Residents also report years of complaints regarding odor conditions and concerns that promised odor-control measures have been ineffective.
Why Consumers Should Be Concerned
Persistent industrial or composting odors may interfere with the use and enjoyment of residential property in Laketown Township, Michigan and may affect surrounding property values. Potential concerns may include:
- Loss of use and enjoyment of property.
- Diminished residential and vacation-home values.
- Ongoing nuisance conditions.
- Repeated interference with outdoor recreation and community activities.
Signs You May Be Affected
- You live near the Cocoa Corporation or Republic Services composting site in Laketown Township, Michigan.
- You regularly experience strong compost, manure, sewage, or sulfur odors.
- The odors interfere with your enjoyment of your property.
- You believe the odors have negatively affected your property’s value.
If you have encountered these issues, we would like to hear from you. Please complete the contact form on this page, send us an email at [email protected], or give us a call at (202) 470-3520.