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Charles Jerome Ware, Attorneys & Counselors, LLC, is a premier Baltimore area-based national landlord lead paint poisoning defense law firm. For an initial courtesy consultation, contact us at charlesjeromeware@msn.com, (410) 730- 5016 or (410) 720-6129. We can help you.
Residential lead paint poisoning cases against landlords are principally brought on behalf of residents just under the age of 21 who allegedly became harmed by leaded paint when they were under the age of 6 years, and who allegedly lived in or frequented the subject residential unit (home). The United States Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has stated that "undisturbed" ( i.e., in good condition) lead-based paint is usually not harmful to the body. However, "disturbed" ( i.e., chipped, peeling, deteriorated lead paint as well as lead dust) lead-based paint could be harmful to the body. Continuous and proper maintenance of all lead-based paint in residential units is very important. Contact us for advice and consultation on this issue.
Lead-based paint and lead-contaminated dust are among the most hazardous sources of lead for children in the United States. That is particularly the case in Baltimore city. Leaded paint were banned for use in housing by the Federal government in 1978. It is the general consensus that all houses before 1978 are likely to contain some lead-based paint. But, remember, it is the deterioration of this paint that causes a lead problem --- particularly for children. Consequently, it would be prudent for landlords who purchase and rent pre 1978-built residences in Baltimore to treat these properties as if they contained lead-based paint, and act accordingly. Again, maintenance is the key.
Use lead-certified and experienced workers to do all repairs and renovations on the property. And document all observations and repairs made. To the extent possible, have the tenant sign off on all work done on the property. Test for lead in the plumbing, soil and water on the property.
Call us when you need our legal advice, consultation and representation. We can help you survive this lawsuit ordeal.
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