Sonoma Lead Poisoning Lawyer

Sonoma residents, and everyone else throughout the state, are at great risk of lead exposure. The use of lead-based paint was allowed by lawmakers until 1978, which means many homes and commercial structures still contain it today. Children will suffer from the most serious symptoms of lead poisoning because they are particularly vulnerable to lead exposure. Any time a child exhibits symptoms of lead exposure, it is critical that they are seen by a doctor right away. If a test comes back as positive, parents should then speak to a Sonoma lead poisoning lawyer who can help them claim the full damages they deserve.

Exposure to lead is very dangerous and the impacts of it can last for a person’s entire life, particularly when a child suffers from it. When children are exposed to lead, they may experience learning difficulties, speech and language delays, behavioral issues, and loss of activity. Children who are exposed to lead are also at a higher risk of developing ADHD, autism, and other conditions that will remain with children for the rest of their lives.

To claim damages after you or your child has suffered from lead exposure, you must determine who is at fault for your injuries. In legal terms, this is known as liability. There are a number of laws and regulations that can help you determine who is liable for paying damages after lead exposure has caused injuries.

Landlords must provide full disclosure to tenants if there is lead-based paint on the rental property. The information must be provided to tenants before they sign a lease. Certain EPA regulations also require landlords to pay damages to anyone who suffers from lead poisoning after the landlord did not inform them of the presence of lead-based paint. Any person who sells a building, including commercial structures as well as homes, are also legally required to provide full disclosure if the premises contain lead-based paint.

When the above parties violate the law and do not offer the full disclosure the law requires, they can be held liable for paying damages. A lead poisoning lawyer in Sonoma can advise you of the laws and determine liability so you claim the full damages you deserve.

If you or your child starts showing signs of lead poisoning, it is important to receive medical treatment right away. A simple blood test can indicate whether there are elevated levels of lead in the blood. The home or other space where the lead poisoning is suspected to have occurred should also be tested for the presence of lead-based paint. This can also help to determine which party is liable for the injuries.

If you believe you or your child has been exposed to lead and are now suffering from injuries, our Sonoma lead poisoning attorney at Brod Law Firm can help. Call us today at (800) 427-7020 or contact us online to schedule a free review of your case and to obtain the sound legal advice you need.