Lead Poisoning
In years past, lead could be found in many households. As the dangers of lead surfaced, though, use of lead saw a sharp decline and is mostly banned in the United States. Unfortunately, lead sometimes finds its way back into homes, which may present a serious danger to many Americans.
Lead poisoning can have permanently damaging effects, especially on young children. If you or someone you love suffered lead poisoning either in your home or in another setting, contact the Pennsylvania personal injury lawyers of Lowenthal & Abrams, P.C. at 610-667-7511.
Sources of Lead
Lead poisoning can have devastating effects, and may affect several areas of the body, including the:
- Nerves
- Teeth and bones
- Kidneys
- Cardiovascular system
- Immune system
In most cases, lead is found in paint in older homes. In the 1970s, the use of lead paint was banned in the United States, but older homes and buildings that had lead paint were not forced to remove this paint, meaning that it still exists in some places to this day.
Aside from paint, lead may be found in some toys or water and air sources. Toys containing lead usually are manufactured in other countries, as the use of lead in toys is prohibited in the US.
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If you or someone you love has suffered from lead poisoning, it may have been due to the negligence of another individual. Contact the Pennsylvania lead poisoning attorneys of Lowenthal & Abrams, P.C. at 610-667-7511 to learn more about your legal rights and to find out if you may be entitled to financial compensation.