Lead Paint Poisoning News

Signs of Lead Paint and Tests to Confirm It

Posted on behalf of Peter T. Nicholl in Lead Paint Poisoning Jun 19, 2019

Lead paint and asbestos are two substances that were very popular for a number of years before it was widely known they caused serious and sometimes life-threatening health problems. However, the odds of asbestos exposure occurring in a home built after…

What are Your Options for Removing Lead Paint from Your House?

Posted on behalf of Peter T. Nicholl in Lead Paint Poisoning Feb 01, 2019

If you discover lead paint in your home, your first thought might be to move as quickly as possible. However, it is also possible to pay to have the lead paint safely removed from the home to prevent you or your family members from being exposed to it,…

Peter T. Nicholl Law Offices Secures $3 Million Jury Verdict in Lead Paint Poisoning Lawsuit

Posted on behalf of Peter T. Nicholl in Lead Paint Poisoning Dec 21, 2018

This week, our client Starlena Stevenson was awarded $3 million by a Baltimore City jury in her lawsuit over exposure to lead-based paint when she was a child. The jury award consists of $1 million in economic damages and $2 million in non-economic damages. Stevenson…

What are Your Rights When Renting a Home with a High Risk for Lead Paint?

Posted on behalf of Peter T. Nicholl in Lead Paint Poisoning Nov 20, 2018

Are you planning to rent property that was built before 1978? If you are, you could be at risk for exposure to lead paint, which can cause many severe health problems. This is why you need to know your rights as a renter when moving into a property with…

What are the Signs of Lead Paint Exposure?

Posted on behalf of Peter T. Nicholl in Lead Paint Poisoning Oct 16, 2018

Maryland has many old buildings that were built before lead paint was made illegal in 1978. This means residents are still at risk for being exposed to lead paint and suffering serious health problems. This is why you should educate yourself on the signs…