Lead Poisoning

Before we discovered the dangers of lead exposure, this metal was used in a number of widely-distributed products – most notably, paint. Lead-based paint was used to coat the interiors of buildings as well as a number of products, including popular children’s toys.

Toward the later part of the 20th century, a number of US environmental regulations were established that restricted how lead could be used in manufacturing processes and consumer products. The dangers of lead poisoning were coming to light, and people began to realize how damaging lead exposure could be, especially to children.

Common Sources of Exposure

Nowadays, lead is rarely used in consumer products. However, many older homes still contain interior walls covered in lead-based paint. If intact, these coats pose no threat to building occupants. When they begin to flake and crumble, however, lead particles can be inhaled or swallowed.

Most commonly, people are exposed to lead through one of the following mediums:

• Air
• Contaminated water
• Dust, dirt, or soil
• Lead-based paint chipping off of walls or toys

Unfortunately, lead is not biodegradable, so if it gets into dirt or a water source, it can easily poison an unsuspecting individual or group of people.

Contact Us

If you or someone you love has suffered lead poisoning as the result of another party’s negligence, then you may deserve to seek out damages. The Las Vegas personal injury lawyers of William Palmer & Associates, P.C. have the experience necessary to help your recover compensation. To speak with one of our attorneys about your legal options, Contact our law offices today at 702-888-2222.