Mercury Poisoning
Though not often considered as a potential threat, mercury is a highly toxic metal that can be found in many different places. When an individual ingests a certain amount of mercury, he or she may suffer severe illnesses that may eventually lead to death.
In many cases, the deaths resulting from mercury poisoning occur because of negligence. If you have lost a member of your family due to mercury poisoning, contact the Pennsylvania wrongful death lawyers of Lowenthal & Abrams, P.C. at 610-667-7511.
Sources of Mercury
Mercury is found in many places that people often come in contact with. The most common sources of mercury are:
- Seafood
- Water
- Air pollution
- Florescent light bulbs
Often, people are exposed to mercury without knowing it. This may happen when a person eats seafood with high amounts of mercury in it or when a local water supply is contaminated with mercury. Additionally, fossil fuels such as coal may release mercury in the air when burned, putting individuals who live or work near power plants at risk of mercury poisoning.
Since mercury is highly toxic, it has severely damaging effects on individuals’ health. This may include loss of hair and teeth, skin problems, and kidney failure. These are very serious conditions that, depending on the severity of the exposure, may become life-threatening.
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Mercury exposure may be deadly in many cases. If you lost your loved one because someone’s negligence caused him or her to be exposed to mercury, contact the Pennsylvania wrongful death attorneys of Lowenthal & Abrams, P.C. at 610-667-7511.