The principal attorneys at Buckfire & Buckfire, P.C., Lawrence J. Buckfire and Robert J. Lantzy, are the top child lead poisoning attorneys in Michigan and Northen Ohio. They have successfully obtained significant settlements against landlords and property managers for children suffering from this disease. Both are also very active in the community to promote a lead-free environment for children. They have made presentations to the Michigan Department of Public Health and the Ohio Department of Public Health on current issues in lead litigation. If you suspect your child has lead poisoning, or if your child has recently been diagnosed with lead poisoning, <a href="/contact.cfm">contact a pre-eminent lead poisoning attorney</a> at Buckfire & Buckfire, P.C. Call 1-800-606-1717 to schedule a free initial consultation.

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Firm is tops in Michigan and Ohio for lead poisoning cases


Attorneys Lawrence J. Buckfire and Robert J. Lantzy are regarded as the top child lead poisoning lawyers in the State of Michigan and northern Ohio. Their efforts in the courtroom have helped hundreds of lead poisoned children and their families seek justice and fair compensation for their  injuries.  Their efforts in the community have assisted medical providers and health departments with their education and prevention goals.

They have successfully handled child lead poisoning cases throughout all major cities in Michigan, including Detroit, Lansing, Flint, Muskegon, Grand Rapids, Saginaw, Kalamazoo, Monroe, and Pontiac.  They have also handled numerous cases throughout Ohio, including Cleveland, Toledo, and Sandusky.

The hazards of lead paint poisoning have been known throughout the world since the early 1900's. However, it was not until 1978 that the use of lead paint became illegal in the United States after it was banned by the EPA. Most cases of child lead poisoning result from the ingestion and inhalation of lead based paint and particles. However, other sources of lead, such as vinyl mini-blinds and toys may also be a source of lead hazards.

Consequences of Childhood Lead Poisoning

The Centers for Disease Control defines child lead poisoning as an elevated blood lead level greater than 9 micrograms per deciliter.  Lead poisoning in children is typicallydetected through routine blood tests at annual exams.  Many children have no symptoms at the time that they are lead poisoned, other than common child complaints like stomach pain or loss of appetite.  Problems with behavior, learning, and development typically surface as the child progresses through elementary school.

Children under the age of seven are at the greatest risk from lead poisoning. Children tend to absorb lead into their system at a much higher rate than adults. The injuries caused by lead poisoning are serious and are irreversible, including:

  • Learning disabilities
  • Loss of IQ points
  • Speech problems
  • Developmental delays
  • Loss of earning capacity
  • Hyperactivity and attention deficit disorder (ADHD)
  • Delinquent and criminal behavior
  • Brain damage or death

Because of the injuries caused by lead poisoning, many children will be unable to achieve their full intellectual potential and earning potential. Such children may need special education services for many years. For these reasons, the damages sustained by a lead poisoned child are significant.  Many communities have excellent support groups for parents and family members of children diagnosed with the disease.

Landlords and Lead Poisoning

Landlords typically deny any knowledge of lead hazards in the home, despite local and federal regulations that require them to give notice of potential hazards to the tenant. Many landlords also refuse to abate or cover the hazards and demand that the tenants undertake these actions, which is clearly contrary to Michigan law.

After a child is diagnosed with an elevated blood lead level, the diagnosing doctor or clinic sends a notice to the health department to perform an inspection to determine the source of the child's lead poisoning.  Both the Michigan Department of Community Health and the Ohio Department of Health oversee county health departments to implement state procedures for inspections of properties.  Many larger cities, like the City of Detroit, have their own lead poisoning prevention programs.  It is often through these lead risk assessments that the paint hazards are identified in the landlord's rental property.

Through document requests and depositions, our attorneys have been able to establish clear liability against the landlords. Many landlords are also held liable for their failure to provide their tenants with the required lead disclosure forms and pamphlets on child lead poisoning.  The insurance companies for the landlords have paid significant settlements because of our efforts.

Contact a Leading Lead Poisoning Lawyer

If your child is showing lead poisoning symptoms, contact a physician right away. Parents and relatives of lead poisoned children are encouraged to contact the Michigan lawyers at Buckfire & Buckfire, P.C. immediately to learn about the legal rights of their children.

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We represent Michigan personal injury clients in Detroit, Southfield, Pontiac, Troy, Warren, Grand Rapids, Muskegon, Lansing, East Lansing, Battle Creek, Kalamazoo, Bloomfield Hills, West Bloomfield, Farmington Hills, Rochester, Auburn Hills, Clarkston, Birmingham, Ferndale, Flint, Novi, Pontiac, Troy, Saginaw, Sterling Heights, Waterford, Wayne, Dearborn, Westland, Canton, Monroe, Ann Arbor, Mount Clemens, Livonia, Grayling, Grosse Pointe, St. Clair Shores, Brighton, Adrian, Allen Park, Clinton, Hamtramck, Northville, Garden City,  Southgate, Harrison, Holland, Inkster, Allen Park, Belleville, Jackson, Madison Heights, Mount Pleasant, Oak Park, Okemos, Plymouth, Redford, Roseville, Romulus, Taylor,  Wyandotte, Wyoming, Traverse City, Ypsilanti, Bad Axe,  Northern Michigan, as well as residents of Wayne County, Kent County, Oakland County, Macomb County, Washtenaw County, Genesee County, Huron County, St. Clair County, Monroe County, Ingham County, Saginaw County, Livingston County, Lenawee County and all other Michigan counties.

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Web Resources for Child Lead Poisoning:

  • Center for Disease Recall Lead Hazard Recall Listings

    Description: The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention has a new web page that lists recalls of lead-contaminated products by categories. These include toys, crafts, clothing,and other items. A great resource for parents.

  • Daco Construction, Inc.

    Description: Daco Construction is a Michigan company specializing in lead abatement for both residential and commercial customers. They specialize in making homes lead safe for children.

  • Michigan Department of Community Health

    Description: The Lead Hazard Remediation and Child Lead Poisoning Prevention site has important information on lead poisoning issues in Michigan, including listings of certified lead paint inspectors and risk assessors.

  • Michigan Lead Safe Housing Registry

    Description: A list of family residences in counties throughout the State of Michigan that have been determined to be "lead safe."

  • History of Lead Paint Advertising

    Description: An excellent resource that explains how the lead paint manufacturers advertised this dangerous product to the public.

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Child Lead Poisoning

$250,000 - Detroit lead poisoning arbitration award

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