If You Believe You Are Being Evicted Or Asked To Move Because You Complained About Lead, Save Your Records And Contact Lead Poisoning Lawyer

sccphd, Mar 10, 2005

Can My Landlord Evict Me or Make Me Move?
Your Landlord has no right to evict you or raise your rent because you complained about lead, but he can legally evict you for other reasons. It is important to follow the rules that you and your Landlord have agreed to (for example, whether pets are allowed). It is also smart to keep written records of when you paid the rent and when you told your Landlord about the lead. Always make requests and complaints in writing.

If you believe you are being evicted or asked to move because you complained about lead, save your records and contact a lawyer. You will have to prove that your rent is paid in full, that you did not break any promises with your Landlord, and that you used your rights to complain about lead within six months of being evicted. A judge will decide if you were wrongfully evicted.

How Do I know If There Is Lead In My Home Or Soil?

Lead-based paint is the main source of lead poisoning. Other sources are pottery, home remedies and cosmetics.

If you live in a home built before 1978, lead-based paint may have been used. If you live near highways and busy intersections, your dirt may contain lead too. These areas contain lead from past use of leaded gas. Testing your home and the soil for lead is expensive, so the first step is to have your child tested.

How Do I Know If My Child Has Lead Poisoning?

A child with lead poisoning may not look or act sick, but lead is very harmful.

Lead can cause behavioral problems and nerve damage. The only way to know for sure if your child has lead poisoning is to have your child get a blood lead test. If you are eligible for Medi-Cal, your child should be tested for lead.

This is a simple blood test for children between 6 months and 6 years of age. If your child is less than 6 years old and has never been tested, ask your doctor for the test at your next visit.