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Laryngeal Cancer and Railroad Settlement

Asbestos, diesel exhaust, and other toxic substances pose a risk for railroad workers. Contact an experienced FELA lawyer if you suspect that your railroad work could be a factor in cancer or other ailments.

If your cancer grows and you need to have surgery to remove your larynx (laryngectomy), you may be eligible for speech and language therapy. You may also be able to have a voice prosthesis implanted in order to assist you in speaking.

Compensation

The Federal Employers Liability Act (FELA) allows railroad workers to bring lawsuits directly against their employers when they can prove they were exposed to asbestos or other hazardous chemicals while at work. These exposures to toxic chemicals can have serious side-effects which include cancer and other diseases. While lung cancer may be the most well-known ailment associated with railroad work, other ailments can also be traced back to years of working in the industry.

If a person is diagnosed as suffering from a condition that is related to their job, they could require expensive medical treatment. They may also be afflicted by economic hardships and lost wages.

A settlement with a railroad cancer doctor could be able to cover these costs. However the initial settlement offer may be much less than what a person is entitled to receive. An attorney who is experienced in railroad injuries can evaluate a settlement to ensure that it is in line with the requirements of the victim.

In one case, Doran & Murphy represented a former engineer of locomotives who was diagnosed with laryngeal cancer following decades of exposure to toxic chemicals used in the railroad industry. During his career, the plaintiff sprayed creosote and degreasing solvents on trains, and also handled silica sand, contaminated fuel and asbestos. The plaintiff claimed that these exposures led to his cancer and other chronic ailments. He was awarded $7.5 Million in damages.

Legal Representation

In the 19th and 20th century, railroad workers were exposed to dangers at work that put them at risk of accidents such as derailments, or collisions. railroad injury settlements were also exposed substances such as diesel exhaust and asbestos. If these exposures resulted in cancer, the worker and their family members may be entitled to compensation.

Railroad workers who develop cancer should consult a skilled railroad lawyer to discuss their options. They shouldn't wait for the statute of limitations to expire. If their cancer is linked to their work-related exposure it is possible that they will be awarded significant compensation.

In a case filed on behalf of an engineer who was formerly employed by the Grand Trunk Railway by Doran & Murphy, the jury awarded damages in the amount of $872,000 after finding that exposure to diesel fumes as well as asbestos contributed to his throat cancer. The award was made without any reduction in the amount due to the engineer's smoking history, since it was clear from the evidence that the exposure to asbestos and diesel fumes while at work caused the illness.

Hughes Law Offices provide case histories to inform visitors about the actual facts of the case and rulings. Unless stated otherwise the cases discussed herein were not handled by our firm. Visit our Verdicts & Settlements Page to find out more about the settlements or verdicts that were obtained in these cases.