Exposure Guide
Sources of Lead Exposure
Where lead poisoning comes from and how to prove your case.
Lead Paint
- •Banned in 1978, but still in 29M+ homes
- •Major source of childhood lead exposure
- •Renovation and demolition create toxic dust
- •Landlords legally responsible for disclosure
Legal claims: Lawsuits target landlords who failed to remove or disclose lead paint hazards.
Contaminated Water
- •9+ million homes have lead service lines
- •Flint crisis affected 100,000+ residents
- •EPA Lead and Copper Rule requires action
- •Water testing reveals hidden contamination
Legal claims: Class actions against utilities and municipalities can result in massive settlements.
Occupational Exposure
- •Battery manufacturing, smelters, construction
- •OSHA requires blood lead monitoring
- •Take-home contamination affects families
- •Protective equipment often inadequate
Legal claims: Workers' comp plus third-party suits against negligent employers.
Consumer Products
- •Imported toys, jewelry, cosmetics
- •Traditional remedies may contain lead
- •FDA/CPSC recall dangerous products
- •Children's products most concerning
Legal claims: Product liability claims against manufacturers and importers.