When a heavy metal, also known as a transition metal, is in the body in excess, it can injure the person. Among the most common of these transition metals are mercury, arsenic, and lead. In cases of poisoning by one or more of these metals, the consequences can be severe and even fatal.
Unfortunately, today, even with the Lead-Based Paint Poisoning Prevention Act of 1971 has restricted how much lead is used in manufacturing and construction, adults and children can still be affected. Lead is most commonly found in some paint, toys, and older buildings.
If you or someone you know becomes a victim of lead poisoning, it is crucial to seek medical attention and legal action.
Here’s what you need to know:
What are the Symptoms of Lead Poisoning?
The symptoms of lead poisoning are different for everyone. However, some are generally observed when dealing with cases of poisoning by this heavy metal.
No specific or obvious symptom is observed. The symptoms observed in cases of lead poisoning may be different in cases where the lead poisoning is caused by either an isolated exposure or repeated exposure. Some of the common symptoms observed when there is isolated exposure include:
- Headaches
- Nausea
- Vomiting
- Loss of appetite
- Weight loss
- Fatigue
- Diarrhea
- Constipation
- Numbness in hands and feet
- Muscle and joint pain
These symptoms can occur when there is isolated exposure or when there is repeated exposure. The symptoms observed in cases of repeated exposure include:
- Anxiety
- Hyperactivity
- Inability to concentrate
- Lack of attention
- Depression
- Irritability
- Aggressiveness
- Increased sensitivity to stimuli, especially auditory stimuli
There are also atypical cases where infants seem to be more withdrawn, less social, and have difficulty relating to other children.
What are the Consequences of Lead Poisoning?
The consequences of lead poisoning can be severe. Many cases have been observed to lead to death. In addition to death, some consequences can affect a person for a lifetime. Some of the consequences observed in case of lead poisoning include:
- Behavioral problems
- Learning disability
- Infertility
- Blood pressure
- Kidney disease
- Neurological problems
- Liver disease
How to Take Legal Action Against Lead Poisoning
If you or a loved one has been a victim of lead poisoning, it is crucial to take action. In most cases of lead poisoning, the manufacturers or those involved in the construction or painting of a building are at fault.
If you have been a victim of lead poisoning, you can take legal action as a victim under product liability laws and those laid by the Environmental Protection Act. In case of a manufacturer’s fault, you can bring the case under the Product Liability Law. This law arises from the reckless and reckless acts of a manufacturer.
The Environmental Protection Act lays down the regulations and the penalties to be taken in environmental pollution and damage cases. In case of damages caused by environmental pollution and pollution, you can take legal action under this law.
Conclusion
Lead poisoning can be fatal. If you or a loved one has been affected by this, it is essential to take action as soon as possible before more damage is done. Be sure to take legal action as quickly as possible after you become affected.
If you want to learn more about legal action, you can consult an accident lawyer. Here at Ronemus and Vilensky, we specialize in helping clients that are victims of personal injury, civil rights, medical malpractice, fire injury, drug manufacturers, traumatic brain injury, and more. Contact us today to start the legal process.