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Palo Alto Childhood Lead Poisoning Lawyer

Palo Alto was incorporated in 1894 and for almost 100 years afterward, lead was used when constructing many of the commercial and residential buildings in the city. Lead-based paint in residential homes was not banned at the federal level until 1978. Even at that time, lead-based paint was not allowed in any new residential home. The law did not require property owners to remove existing lead-based paint. As such, many homes and buildings in Palo Alto still contain lead-based paint today. Anyone can suffer serious harm when they are exposed to lead, but children are particularly vulnerable. If you believe your child has been exposed to lead and suffered harm as a result, you and your family may be entitled to compensation. First, seek medical attention for your child to determine the level of lead in their system. Then call our Palo Alto childhood lead poisoning lawyer.

The Dangers of Lead Exposure for Children

The damaging effects of being exposed to lead can remain with children for the rest of their lives. After a child has been exposed to lead, particularly in high amounts or for prolonged periods of time, it can result in language and speech delays, learning difficulties, loss of activity, and behavioral issues. After lead exposure, children are also at risk of developing autism, ADHD, and other lifelong conditions. One of the biggest risks to children exposed to lead is that they have lower IQs than children who were not exposed to lead.

Who is Liable for Childhood Lead Poisoning?

While you and your family may be entitled to compensation for childhood lead poisoning, you must first determine who is liable, or at fault, for it. As with so many other personal injury claims, there are multiple parties who may be to blame for childhood lead poisoning.

Landlords are legally obligated to inform any potential tenant of the presence of lead on the property. Under regulations from the EPA, tenants can file a claim against their landlord if they were not informed of the presence of lead on a property. Likewise, anyone selling residential or commercial real estate must also legally inform potential buyers that the property contains lead-based paint.

It is possible for a manufacturer to be held liable for childhood lead poisoning, as well. Any time a product poses a danger to consumers, manufacturers have a duty to warn consumers about the danger. When a manufacturer fails to warn consumers that their product contains lead, they can be held liable.

Determining liability for lead poisoning is not easy, particularly when you are trying to help your sick child recover. Our childhood lead poisoning attorney in Palo Alto can investigate your case to determine who is liable.

Our Childhood Lead Poisoning Lawyer in Palo Alto Can Determine Liability

If you suspect that your child has suffered harm and another person’s negligence is to blame, our Palo Alto childhood lead poisoning attorney at Brod Law Firm can help. Our experienced attorney can determine who is to blame for your injuries and will hold them responsible for paying the full and fair settlement you deserve. Call us today at (800) 427-7020 or contact us online to schedule a consultation and to learn more about how we can help with your case.

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