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more_legal_areas lead_exposureA lead poisoning settlement is one form of recovery that can be awarded to victims of lead poisoning. A civil lawsuit is filed by an attorney on behalf of a child or adult who suffered from lead poisoning against that party which failed to properly follow local housing, construction, or abatement laws. In a lead poisoning settlement, the defendant and the plaintiff agree to an award of damages in or out of court.
The most common cause of lead poisoning is ingestion or inhalation of lead based paint chips or dust in the home, in contaminated residential soil, and other places around homes and buildings which contain lead paint. Lead paint was outlawed by the U.S. Congress in 1978. Unfortunately, many homes and buildings are still home to potentially dangerous paint materials. The government estimates that three fourths of all privately owned residential dwellings built before 1980 still house lead based paint. Lead based paint is most dangerous when it is poorly kept or maintained or when proper remodeling and renovation protocol is not followed.
Children are often the plaintiffs in a lawsuit that results in a lead poisoning settlement because they are more likely to suffer from lead poisoning. Children explore their worlds at or near ground level where lead materials are most likely to be found. They also explore the world with their mouths which is the primary route of lead poisoning. Children''s bodies absorb fifty percent of the lead that they ingest, compared to ten percent in adults, making the effects of lead poisoning more detrimental to young children.
If lead poisoning in children is not detected early, it can result in brain and nervous system damage, learning and behavior problems, slowed growth, chronic hearing problems, and headaches. Lead poisoning is the result of an accumulation of lead in the body, and is not necessarily suffered when a person ingests a small amount of lead once. It is possible, however, for a person to have lead poisoning but not show any obvious outward signs. Some symptoms of lead poisoning can include: decreased appetite, vomiting, diarrhea, insomnia, anemia, fatigue, and stomach problems.
When a child has been the victim of lead poisoning, a lawsuit can help a victim to recover the damages they have suffered. Most jurisdictions have a long statute of limitations for cases where a child is the victim, meaning that a lead poisoning settlement can be sought in a longer period of time than is allowed in cases involving adults. A lead poisoning settlement can help a victim recover all medical expenses related to the lead poisoning, any permanent or partial disability, and money for pain and suffering.
Landlords, housing authorities, paint and oil companies, and lead removal contractors can all held liable for any injuries caused by led poisoning. In addition to lead poisoning settlements, negligence on behalf of these parties can also result in punitive fines and other related retribution. If you or a loved one has suffered lead poisoning, there are many specialized and experiences attorneys who can represent your case and help you to receive adequate compensation through a lead poisoning settlement.
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