Orlando Mercury Poisoning Attorney
Mercury, also known as quicksilver or hydrargyrum, is an element that has been used in many different ways over the centuries. Its unique properties – such as its liquidity and reactions to heat and light – have made it a useful component in electric lighting, thermometers, and many other devices. Even though the dangers of mercury exposure have been long known, it remains a component in lamps, dentistry, cosmetics, and more.
When these devices are poorly installed or maintained, they can pose a significant risk to anyone visiting or inhabiting the area. Under the law of premises liability, property owners can be held responsible for injuries that tenants or guests suffer due to mercury exposure. To learn more about the law and how it may apply to your case, contact Orlando mercury poisoning attorney Todd Miner at 407-420-4040.
The Danger of Mercury Poisoning
Mercury can be used in its pure form, in organic compounds, and in inorganic salts. The symptoms of mercury poisoning will vary depending on the form of mercury involved, as well as the level and duration of exposure. The basic symptoms for each form are:
Elemental/Pure Mercury (when inhaled – usually harmless when touched)
- Metallic taste
- Breathing difficulties
- Swollen and/or bleeding gums
Organic Mercury Compounds (when swallowed, touched, or inhaled)
- Uncontrollable shaking
- Double vision or blindness
- Seizures and possibly death
Inorganic Mercury Salts (when swallowed)
- A burning sensation in the stomach and throat
- Bloody diarrhea and/or vomiting
- Kidney damage
Any kind of mercury poisoning needs immediate medical attention. Without treatment, victims can suffer long term disabilities or may even lose their lives. If you even suspect that you or another person has ingested mercury, contact Poison Control (1-800-222-1222) right away.
Contact an Orlando Mercury Poisoning Attorney
If you or a loved one has suffered from mercury poisoning because another party failed to observe safety protocol, you could win compensation for medical bills and other expenses. Contact Orlando mercury poisoning lawyer Todd Miner at 407-420-4040.