Lead Paint Poisoning in the Workplace
Safety hazards in the workplace commonly include heavy machinery, slippery floors, and sharp objects. However, many of the most dangerous causes of workplace injuries and illnesses are toxins. Even office environments are often full of invisible dangers that can lead to detrimental health effects. One of these workplace hazards is the existence of lead paint that can contaminate air, water, and food that may be in close proximity to the toxic substance. Unsafe levels of lead in the human body can cause a number of serious medical conditions.
If you or someone you love has been a victim of lead paint poisoning in the workplace, you deserve fair compensation for your illness. Contact the Philadelphia workers’ compensation attorneys of Lowenthal & Abrams, P.C., at 215-238-1130 for a free case evaluation and information about your legal rights as an injured worker.
Effects of Lead Paint Poisoning
There are regulations in place to limit the amount of lead paint that can be used in most products, but older buildings may still pose a safety hazard to employees. Some of the dangerous effects of lead paint poisoning include:
- Lethargy
- Memory loss
- Kidney failure and disease
- Learning disabilities
- Insomnia
- Loss of appetite and gastrointestinal problems
- Muscle pain
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If you have suffered from the effects of lead paint poisoning in the workplace, contact the Philadelphia workers’ compensation attorneys of Lowenthal & Abrams, P.C., at 215-238-1130 to find out what you can do to pursue the financial compensation you may deserve.