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Railroad Lawsuit - Causes of Lung Cancer and Mesothelioma
Railroad workers can be exposed to a variety of dangerous chemicals, dusts and fumes. Some railroad worker illnesses can be fatal.
In the case of a FELA asbestos case, we secured a defense jury verdict for our client at the Court of Common Pleas of Philadelphia County in Pennsylvania. The claimant claimed that he had developed lung cancer as the result of exposure to asbestos and diesel exhaust during his railroad employment.
Lung Cancer
Rail workers are exposed to toxic chemicals, such as diesel exhaust, solvents, and welding fumes. Inhaling these substances can lead to serious health issues including lung cancer. Lung cancer can be fatal and is the most prevalent illness among former railroad workers.
Leukemia lawsuit to workplace toxins could also trigger other illnesses, including chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). COPD symptoms include shortness of breath as well as coughing and wheezing, and weight loss. COPD is triggered by exposure to chemical fumes in the workplace, including diesel fumes. The symptoms may worsen as you age.
A railroad COPD lawyer may be able assist injured workers in receiving compensation for their medical bills as well as pain and suffering. In some cases, an injured worker can receive a lump sum settlement for their damages.
Jackson and Brown attorneys successfully defended their railroad client in a matter that was filed in Albany, NY. The lawsuit was filed by an employee of the railroad who claimed to have contracted leukemia after working for three railroads from 1975 and 2007. Plaintiff sought damages under the Federal Employers Liability Act. The Court granted summary judgment in favor of the railroad client and dismissed the case.
Mesothelioma
Mesothelioma is a rare, but fatal form of cancer that affects the tissues surrounding organs. It is generally a malignant tumor that can cause serious and life-threatening complications such as lung failure, respiratory distress or even collapsed lung. Mesothelioma is classified into three types: epithelial, biphasic and sarcomatoid (mixed type).
The mesothelioma type that is diagnosed determines the length of time patients are expected to live. Epithelial mesothelioma patients have a higher rate of survival than those with sarcomatoid, or mixed type. Patients diagnosed with mesothelioma of peritoneal wall or abdominal cavity typically have shorter life expectancies but some do live longer than the median.
Mesothelioma sufferers who work for railroads can seek compensation for medical expenses and lost wages, as well as pain and suffering funeral expenses, and emotional suffering. A railroad lawsuit lawyer can assist victims to receive the financial compensation they need.
In a FELA lawsuit, the plaintiff obtained an appeal verdict for a Class I railroad client at the Court of Common Pleas of Philadelphia County. Plaintiff claimed that he had colon cancer because of the exposure to diesel fumes, secondhand smoke, and creosote throughout his 40 years of railroad work. The jury heard a wide array of medical and scientific testimony was presented. The jury was unanimous in finding that there was no breach of the Federal Employers' Liability Act and the Locomotive Inspection Act.
Colorectal Cancer
Railroad workers can be affected by a number of illnesses linked to their job. Lung cancer is possibly the most well-known ailment that is linked to railroad work however there are other ailments and diseases that can be linked to long-term exposure to asbestos, diesel exhaust, or secondhand smoke. If you've been diagnosed with one of these conditions, a lawyer for train accidents can assist you in filing an appeal under FELA to claim compensation for your economic and non-economic losses.
In a case that took place in Philadelphia County, we successfully defended a claim brought by a Plaintiff who alleged that he was diagnosed with chronic myeloid leukemia ("CML") as a result of exposure to benzene and diesel exhaust during his career as railroad workers. The jury ruled in favor of the defense following an eight-week trial.
In a case that involved an action filed in New York, we obtained summary judgment for a railroad defendant. the former employee of the railroad claimed that he contracted bladder cancer due to the exposure to a variety of chemicals during his time at the railroad. The court agreed with us that the plaintiff had waived his right to bring the suit when he signed an agreement in 1996 following a prior lawsuit claiming a different type of exposure.
Head Cancer
Railroad workers are exposed numerous cancer-causing substances that cause cancer, including asbestos and diesel exhaust. These toxic fumes contain microscopic particles that can penetrate into the lung tissue. They are a major cause of chronic diseases such as COPD. COPD is characterized as shortness of breathe, coughing, wheezing and weight loss.
A successful claim for a respiratory condition like COPD requires proof of both economic and non-economic losses. A qualified lawyer can explain the various types of damages that are available for this type of case during a no-cost one-on-one consultation.
Railroad COPD cases typically involve lung cancer claims as well. Our firm's experienced lung lawyers can guide clients through the process of filing an effective FELA claim for lung cancer resulting from work-related exposures to toxins.
We were able to secure favorable trial court decisions and a modest jury award for our client, who suffered injuries in 2017 due to the Hyndman train derailment in Pennsylvania which led to the release of vinyl chloride. The client claimed he needed medical attention due to the worry of developing cancer which is an appropriate claim under FELA.
We obtained summary judgments in two cases where railroad workers were diagnosed with COPD following several years of working in a yard for railroads. The court ruled that plaintiffs of 2017's lawsuits were not time-barred because they failed to conduct a thorough search on the internet for information on their illness and its relationship to their jobs in the railroad.