Lead Exposure

When lead paint begins to peel, flake or become lodged in baseboards and windowsills, children can ingest it. While engaging in normal hand-to-mouth activity, which is seen in the crawling and toddler stages of development, children may touch surfaces containing lead paint or lead paint dust, and then put their fingers in their mouths.

lead exposure demographics Children are especially vulnerable to lead poisoning because they retain larger amounts of lead than adults. Children, from nine to eighteen months old, absorb lead at a rate of five to ten times higher than adults. Additionally, because their bodies are smaller, a smaller amount of lead, ingested or inhaled, can result in a higher concentration of blood contamination.

In New York City, children under seven account for most of the new cases of lead poisoning. The highest lead levels are generally found in children between nine and eighteen months of age. While children, from three to six, are the second most affected group.

Recent studies and all the available evidence indicate that, in urban areas, minority children run the greatest risk of lead exposure and becoming lead poisoned as a result of lead-based paint in their apartments. In New York City, 81% of all lead poisoned children are minorities.

IMPORTANT: If you believe that you or your child has been lead-poisoned, you should speak with an experienced lead poisoning attorney regarding your legal rights. Contact the lead poisoning lawyers at Levy Konigsberg LLP for a free consultation by calling our 24/7 toll-free hotline at 1-800-988-8005 or by submitting an email inquiry (see form above).

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Our Largest Lead Verdicts & Settlements

8,500,000 - A.M., 2008
6,900,000 - Ishmel Peguero, 2009
4,800,000 - D.G., 2011
4,600,000 - M.P., 2007
3,850,000 - L.S.,1999
3,390,000 - M.J., 2001
3,000,000 - S.B., 2011
2,700,000 - Alberto Santana, 2012
2,500,000 - Kwame Cummings, 2016
2,400,000 - S.N., 2008

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Eileen Carlucci

19:22 15 Aug 20

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19:40 10 Jul 20

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17:58 26 Jun 20

My family and I lost my husband 10 years ago after he was diagnosed with mesothelioma due to asbestos exposure. We are very pleased we chose Levy Konigsberg Law Firm to defend my husband's rights and protect our family. They were not only knowledgeable but also compassionate. It was comforting to know they were diligently working on his case so we could focus on his medical care. Levy Konigsberg became part of our journey and we are forever grateful.

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13:02 16 May 20

The law firm of Levy and Konigsberg has been handling my father's asbestos case for quite some time. They've been diligent in getting settlements from over 20 companies and continued to pursue his case after he passed away in 2014. I worked with them on an issue with the Medicare lien associated with his settlements and they handled that easily. I'd recommend their firm as one that not only works for their client in settling cases but establishes a personal connection with the family as well.

Paulette

20:02 08 May 20

I can't praise Levy Konigsberg enough for their exceptional handling of my father's case. From the very beginning, the attorneys and entire staff showed great compassion to my family, and they were extremely diligent in developing and filing my dad's claims. Rest assured, this firm's attorneys are the best and brightest! They never failed to keep us informed of all important developments in the case, and they always gave a realistic idea of when the matter would be resolved. I always felt that my dad was excellently represented, and that his case was in the best hands. My dad was always treated more like a family member, than a client. Our family will be forever grateful!

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