Lead paint settlements in New York City consider several factors, including the severity of the lead hazard, particularly in properties with peeling or deteriorating paint, and the presence of young children, who are most vulnerable to lead poisoning, and their blood lead levels.
A landlord’s history of compliance and efforts to remediate hazards are also critical, with repeat offenders facing harsher penalties. Legal violations, such as failing to disclose lead risks or not complying with safety laws, and the financial impact on affected tenants, including medical expenses or relocation costs, further influence settlement terms.
If you or your child was exposed to lead-based paint and has suffered from high blood lead levels, contact our attorneys at Rheingold Giuffra Ruffo Plotkin & Hellman LLP. Our client-first approach, fierce advocacy and previous landmark lead paint verdicts make us a sound choice for representation in this case type.
In New York, there are strict guidelines banning the use of lead paint in new construction and for testing and remediating preexisting lead paint. Individuals or agencies, such as NYCHA, who fail to comply and protect the public should be held accountable under the law. If our legal team finds your exposure to lead paint was caused by someone else’s negligence, you may have grounds to bring a claim for compensation.
While every lead paint case is different, here are some of the factors that help determine a fair settlement amount:
Successful settlement negotiations in lead paint poisoning cases in NYC depend on several factors, such as demonstrating clear evidence of lead exposure, including environmental testing reports, medical records showing elevated blood lead levels, and documentation of the plaintiff’s symptoms, which is critical. This establishes a direct link between the exposure and the harm suffered.
The extent and severity of the health consequences, particularly in young children, weigh heavily in negotiations. Long-term impacts, such as developmental delays, cognitive impairments, and long-term medical needs significantly influence settlement amounts.
Finally, testimony from medical, environmental, and regulatory experts can bolster claims of harm, causation, and the defendant’s failure to adhere to safety standards.
Even though there are strict deadlines for filing lead paint claims, at Rheingold Giuffra Ruffo Plotkin & Hellman LLP, we build aggressive cases against negligent landlords, owners of buildings in which lead paint is present, and other liable parties who expose their tenants to hazardous materials.
Our track record of impressive case results—including multi-million-dollar verdicts for past lead-based paint poisoning cases — confirms we have the skills, experience, and legal know-how to lead your case to a good outcome.
Submit an online inquiry or call to speak with a NY lead poisoning lawyer at Rheingold Giuffra Ruffo Plotkin & Hellman LLP today. Our New York lead paint lawyers are proud to represent clients in and around New York City, the Bronx, Brooklyn, Queens, Staten Island, Manhattan, and all of New York State.
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