Law BNI, a leading law firm, is steadfast in our commitment to fight for those affected by lead poisoning, with a particular focus on victims of lead-based paint exposure. Our team of dedicated lead poisoning attorneys leverages years of experience to ensure the victims receive the justice they deserve.
Understanding Lead Poisoning and Lead-Based Paint Exposure
Elemental lead is a naturally occurring metal found in specific rocks and soils. Over the years, it has been used in a variety of products ranging from storage batteries and ammunition to metal products, roofing, and x-ray shielding devices.
While lead-based paint is no longer in use due to health risks, it was commonly used in residential properties built before 1978, the year the federal government banned its use. The presence of lead-based paint in these buildings, especially when it peels and deteriorates into dust, poses significant health risks.
Effects of Lead Poisoning
Ingesting lead or breathing in lead dust can lead to lead poisoning, a serious condition that disproportionately affects children. The growing bodies of children absorb lead more easily than adults, leading to potentially devastating health effects, including damage to the brain and nervous system, behavior and learning problems, slowed growth, hearing problems, and headaches.
Lead exposure can also be harmful to adults, leading to complications in pregnancy, high blood pressure, digestive issues, nerve disorders, and memory and concentration problems, among others.
Legal Action Against Lead-Based Paint Manufacturers and Landlords
Since 1989, numerous lawsuits have been filed against paint manufacturers and landlords due to the harmful effects of lead-based paint. Companies that produced lead-based paint in the past include Benjamin Moore & Co., Sherwin-Williams Co., Atlantic Richfield Co., NL Industries Inc., E.I. du Pont de Nemours & Co., and Glidden Co.
Landlords, in particular, who do not maintain their properties by removing lead-based paint or fail to cover it with a lead-free alternative can be held liable for any health problems caused by the paint.
Law BNI: Protecting Your Rights
At Law BNI, we understand the gravity of these issues and the necessity of taking immediate and decisive legal action. Our lead poisoning attorneys are skilled at preserving evidence, investigating the incident in question, and enabling expert witnesses to thoroughly evaluate any injuries.
If you or a loved one is a victim of an injury caused by lead-based paint, we encourage you to reach out to our team at (888) 661-6266 or through our contact page. Our initial consultation is free of charge. If we agree to accept your case, we will pursue it on a contingent fee basis, which means we only get paid if there is a monetary award or recovery of funds.
Don’t delay! You may have a valid claim and be entitled to compensation for your injuries. It is essential to file a lawsuit before the statute of limitations expires. Let Law BNI be your champion in your fight against lead poisoning.
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