Chicago Lead Paint Toys Lawyers
These days, public awareness of safety and health seems to be at an all time high. We also have the advanced technology needed to manufacture products efficiently and cleanly. Considering this, it is appalling to imagine children’s toys being placed on the market despite the inclusion of dangerous amounts of lead in their paint. Yet, it continues to happen.
If your child has been exposed to toxic amounts of lead due to a defective toy, contact Chicago lead paint poisoning attorneys Friedman & Bonebrake, P.C. at 312-466-8200 to learn about the next steps to take.
The Tragic Effects of Lead Poisoning
The dangers of lead lie in the way it can build up in a person’s system over time. Lead paint deteriorates and begins to flake, creating small particles that can be inhaled or otherwise ingested. Small children are especially vulnerable to the harmful effects of lead due to their small size and immature immune systems.
The early signs of lead poisoning include nausea, abdominal pain, and headaches. As the toxic substance begins attacking the central nervous system, symptoms can also include:
- Abnormal lethargy or its opposite, hyperactivity
- Gastrointestinal problems, potentially causing severe weight loss
- Learning disabilities and other forms of cognitive impairment
- Kidney failure
- Seizures, potentially leading to coma or even death
One of the hallmark signs of lead poisoning is Burton’s line, a blue tint that can form along the gums. This symptom is rare in small children, however, which can make it easy for parents to mistake the early stages of lead paint poisoning for something less severe.
A Preventable Illness
Lead paint poisoning is entirely avoidable. The money corporations save by using cheap lead-based paints is absolutely not worth the risk it poses to children. If your child has been exposed to this dangerous substance, a Chicago lead paint injury attorney can help you take action against the company responsible.
Contact Us
Chicago lead paint poisoning attorneys Friedman & Bonebrake, P.C., are committed to holding manufacturers to high standards of safety. contact our offices at 312-466-8200.