Jonathan Perkins-Owner of Jonathan Perkins Injury Lawyers. Today’s topic is about Lead Poisoning Jonathan says many people mistakenly believe if they don’t have peeling lead paint in their homes, they have nothing to worry about. He says some of the hidden sources of lead are fabric used in furniture. Lead can be used during the curing process of the material on furniture imported from China. Imported candies from Mexico, toys made in other countries or antiques can contain lead in the paint or materials.