Lead Poisoning in Children

The following information about lead poisoning in children is provided by Pritzker Olsen law firm. Our attorneys have a national practice, and have been quoted by The New York Times, The Wall Street Journal, Lawyers USA and others. To contact the firm, please call 1-888-377-8900 (toll free) or submit our online form for a free consultation.

Lead Poisning Child If your child has lead poisoning, the most likely source is lead paint on the walls or ceiling of your residence; however, furniture, toys and other products can also have lead paint. And imported candy, baby bibs, makeup and other products have been recalled due to high lead content. There have also been cases of lead poisoning in children associated with home remedies.

According to the CDC, a child has an elevated blood lead level (lead poisoning) if one of the following occurs:

One venous blood specimen is greater than 10 micrograms of lead per deciliter of blood (10 μg/dL)
Any combination of two capillary and/or unknown blood specimens is greater than 10 μg/dL and drawn within 12 weeks of each other

In certain cases, a landlord or manufacturer of a product can be sued for the injuries a child suffers resulting from lead poisoning. Compensation can include amounts for medical expenses, lost income, physical disability, learning disability, loss of quality of life and other damages. If your child has lead poisoning, contact our law firm for a free consultation.

Lead Poisoning Complications in Children

Health problems in children caused by elevated blood lead levels (lead poisoning) may include:

Stunted growth—decreased muscle and bone growth
Hearing damage
Lowered intelligence
Learning disabilities—can be severe
Nervous system damage
Kidney damage
Poor muscle coordination
Speech, language and serious behavior problems
Neurological problems, including convulsions and coma
Death

How to Protect Your Child from Lead Poisoning

Have your child's blood lead level tested at age 1 and 2. Children from 3 to 6 years of age should have their blood tested, if they have not been tested before and:
1. They live in or regularly visit a house built before 1950,
2. They live in or regularly visit a house built before 1978 with on-going or recent renovations or remodeling
3. They have a sibling or playmate who has or did have lead poisoning
Frequently wash your child's hands and toys to reduce contact with dust,
Use cold tap water for drinking and cooking
Avoid using home remedies (such as arzacon, greta, pay-loo-ah, or litargirio) and cosmetics (such as kohl or alkohl) that contain lead
Certain candies, such as tamarindo candy jam products from Mexico, may contain high levels of lead in the wrapper or stick. Be cautious when providing imported candies to children.

Free Consultation with Attorney

If your child is suffering from the devastating effects of lead poisoning, a lawyer at Pritzker Olsen is available for a free consultation. You can reach us by calling toll-free at 1-888-377-8900 or by submitting our online consultation form. We are not paid unless you win.

Sources: CDC and National Safety Council

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