Oakland Lead Poisoning Lawyer

You may be surprised to learn just how many houses in Oakland are covered in lead-based paint, or are fitted with lead-based pipes. Many of the homes in the city were constructed before laws were enacted regarding these dangerous products. The U.S. Department of Housing and Development (HUD) has recommended that any homeowner living in a structure built before 1978 gets a test done for lead-based paint. Due to the fact that laws banning lead-based paint have been in place for decades, many people think it is no longer a threat. Sadly, that is not true. HUD has reported that low-level lead poisoning has affected three million children under the age of six. If you or your child has suffered from this type of toxicity, it is important to speak to an Oakland lead poisoning lawyer today.

Lead poisoning occurs when lead is ingested into the human body, either through consuming it orally or from inhaling it. Lead is toxic and when the levels in the body become too high, it can even be deadly. Unfortunately, the human body does not recognize the metal as the risk it is. As such, when it is ingested, the body distributes it throughout the entire bloodstream. It is for this reason it is so important that everyone, especially those living in older homes, obtains a lead test.

Some of the most common causes of lead poisoning in homes are as follows:

• Lead-based paint: You may not think that lead on your walls is anything to fear. Unfortunately, paint flakes and eventually, it will turn to dust. That dust can then either be inhaled, played with by children, or even consumed if children put the flakes into their mouths.
• Lead-based pipes: Lead solder is used in some household plumbing materials and water service lines. As the water runs through these lines, lead is leached into it and then consumed by anyone who drinks or uses the water in the home.
• Lead-based products: Consumers never expect a product they have purchased to cause them harm. Unfortunately, negligent manufacturers continue to create defective products that contain lead and poison consumers.

State and federal law regulates the use of lead in homes, and also requires owners to provide full disclosure when a home contains lead. When they fail to do this, property owners are considered negligent and they can be held liable for paying any damages victims of lead poisoning incur. Damages often come in the form of medical expenses, lost income, pain and suffering, and more. A lead poisoning lawyer in Oakland  can advise on your case and help you claim the maximum damages to which you are entitled.

If you or your child has suffered from toxic lead levels, call our Oakland lead poisoning attorney at Brod Law Firm today. Our skilled attorney has seen the devastating effects of lead and is passionate about helping our clients obtain the full settlement they deserve. Attorney Brod will put his experience to work for you, too. Call us today at (800) 427-7020 or fill out our online form to schedule a free case review.