Houston Toxic Toy Lawyers

When a parent purchases a toy for their child, he or she should not have to thoroughly investigate consumer reports beforehand to make sure there the toy is free of dangerous chemicals. Although manufacturers frequently attempt to cut costs by using poorer quality materials, there is absolutely no excuse for introducing extremely hazardous chemicals into a toy meant to be enjoyed by a child. Some manufacturers, unfortunately, have little regard for the welfare of children and are instead motivated solely by the sale of a toy, be it defective or perfect.

For a free consultation and legal advice regarding a claim for your child’s illness or injury, contact the Houston toxic toy lawyers of Williams Kherkher at 832-369-8296 today.

What Can These Toxins Do?

Each year, multiple consumer protection agencies release new studies ranking toys according to their toxicity. While, in a modern, health-conscious society consumers and parents might think that it is unthinkable that illegally high amounts of hazardous chemicals would end up in products meant for children, the reality is just that. The following chemicals regularly appear in the worst toys each year:

• Lead, which causes multiple problems, most notably learning disorders
• Mercury, which can cause kidney damage and damage to the nervous system
• Bromine, which can cause damage to reproductive systems
• Cadmium, which causes multiple problems, including lung disorders
• Arsenic, which can cause cancer and blood disorders

Although federal restrictions create a very specific parts-per-million limitation on chemical content in consumer products, many toys remain on the shelves although clearly violating these standards.

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The simple act of buying toys for a child has become less and less certain in terms of safety. While people once where primarily concerned over choking hazards, parents must now consider what the toy is actually made of as well as possible choking problems. Contact the Houston toxic toy attorneys of Williams Kherkher by calling 832-369-8296 today.