Can we take legal action if the listing agent knew there was black mold but lied about it being taken care of?

I am only licensed to practice in Ohio and this will be a state law issue, governed by Georgia law (where the property is located).  Notwithstanding, I have a few thoughts. 1)  Proving that someone "lied" is a difficult burden.  In order to have a cause of action against the listing agent, you will need to prove that he/she intentionally or recklessly made a false statement, and that you reasonably relied upon that statement to your detriment.  If the listing agent honestly believed that the mildew problem had been remedied, he/she is probably protected. 2)  A court will likely determine that the realtor's disclosure of a mildew problem (regardless of his/her explanation that the problem had been fixed) should have alerted you and your inspector to look more closely for evidence of mold.  If the inspector could not find such evidence, a court will likely not determine that the realtor should have found it. 3)  Exposure to mold affects different people differently.  Some get sick, others don't.  Therefore, proving a connection between your exposure to mold and a specific illness will be difficult.  At the very least, you will need a medical professional's opinion to satisfy the burden of proof on the causation issue....and most doctors will not give such an opinion. My advice is to consult with a Georgia attorney with specific experience dealing with mold claims. There may be a Georgia law or regulation that I am not aware of that could help you.   Good luck. Daniel A. Brown Brown Law Office LLC, Dayton, Ohio