California County Sues Lead-Paint, Pigment Suppliers
SAN JOSE, CA — Santa Clara County, CA, has joined the growing list of government jurisdictions taking former suppliers of lead pigments and lead-based paint to court, as the county filed suit seeking unspecified amounts to pay for the cost to remove lead-based paint from buildings. The suit also seeks funds for education about the risks of lead, and to treat children affected by lead poisoning.
The lawsuit is the first such action taken by a county, although several cities have filed similar suits. The county’s legal counsel, however, said she expected other counties and cities in California to join the suit.