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A Railroad Lawsuit For Acute Myeloid Leukemia

Rail workers are often exposed to substances and chemicals that can cause cancer, such as asbestos and benzene. If you've been diagnosed with cancer and believe your exposure to these chemicals during your job caused it, you could be entitled to compensation.

The FELA allows railroad workers to sue for negligence. Contact an experienced railroad lawsuit acute myeloid leukemia lawyer for more information.

Benzene Exposure

Benzene is a colorless, poisonous gas that can cause cancer to people who are exposed to it for long periods of time. It is produced in the environment as well as by gas emissions and tobacco smoke. The human body can also absorb benzene through the skin. A railway worker who has developed cancer because of exposure to benzene could be eligible to sue their employer for compensation in the form of money.

In one case a railroad worker who died widow was awarded damages of $1,500,000 from the company that employed him. Her late husband worked as pumpman on several tankers in the 1970s and 1980s, and was exposed to benzene. His wife filed a lawsuit for unjustified death against the vessel's owner following his passed away in the year 1995 from acute myeloid lymphoma.

Acute myeloid Leukemia is an aggressive type of cancer that can cause death in a few months if not treated promptly. It is usually treated with chemotherapy, however in some instances radiation and targeted therapy may be used.

We obtained defense verdicts in 2 cases, in which plaintiffs claimed brain injury from exposure to solvents during their 23-year railroad career. The defense provided expert evidence on medical causation, as well as industrial hygiene and the jury determined that the railroad's work environment was relatively safe.

Creosote Exposure

It is a mix made up of hundreds of chemicals that are used to preserve wood, such as railroad ties. It contains several known carcinogens including polycyclic hydrocarbons (PAHs). The PAHs in creosote can be taken up through the surface of the skin or ingested through drinking water that is polluted with this chemical. PAHs are also absorbed into the lungs, where they could cause lung cancer.

Creosote exposure through inhalation can cause a variety of symptoms that include respiratory irritation, eye problems, and nausea and vomiting. It can cause skin burns in the second and third degree. The coal tar creosote is an amalgamation of PAH compounds that include naphthalene, naphthalene, and other carcinogenic compounds like acenaphthene.

Creosote exposure could have a negative impact on the health of workers and their families. Some workers have developed papular base cell carcinomas (common occupational skin cancers) that may be spread to other parts of the body. Others have suffered from chronic lung disease and liver fibrosis, esophageal and esophageal, and chronic bronchitis.

In many cases, the railroad industry does not adequately inform employees about the dangers of a long-term exposure to toxic substances. For instance, it is not unusual for railroad workers to leave diesel-powered locomotives, forklifts and cranes running during their work. These engines produce large amounts of exhaust from diesel engines, which can be ingested or inhaled through the lung. They also soak rags in solvents that contain benzene to clean machines and tools.

Worker's Compensation

Railroad workers who develop cancer or suffer from another chronic illness because of exposure to harmful chemicals like benzene and Creosote, could be entitled to reimbursement for medical expenses and other expenses. A New York railroad cancer attorney can assist workers in pursuing claims for damages in the form of money under the Federal Employers Liability Act, or FELA.

Many diseases resulting from exposure to carcinogenic substances at work, such as asbestos and diesel fumes are not apparent until the worker is older. Thus, the statute of limitations in most cases only runs for three years after the person is first diagnosed with the illness. It is therefore important to contact an attorney who handles railroad injuries as soon as they can after being diagnosed.

In a case that was recently heard, Napoli Shkolnik PLLC successfully defended a lawsuit filed against our client by a former railway worker who was diagnosed with leukemia after decades of exposure to toxic chemicals. The plaintiff claimed the company was in violation of FELA by not providing their employees with the necessary safety equipment and training.

lawsuits against union pacific railroad awarded the plaintiff damages of $7.5 million after concluding that the cancer was directly linked to his work at the Chicago & North Western Railroad. The man was exposed to various toxic chemicals including benzene, creosote, and degreasing solvents when working for the company.

FELA

Former railroad employees who are diagnosed with cancer due to toxic exposures at work may be in a position to file a claim for compensation under the Federal Employers Liability Act (FELA). In contrast to workers' comp laws that provide victims with medical expenses and some loss of wages, FELA is a fault-based law that requires evidence that the railroad's employer did not adequately protect its employees from the dangers of chemical exposures.

Railroad companies are often involved in fighting FELA claims that involve occupational diseases. Defense attorneys often claim that the former employee is unable to pinpoint particular instances of ailment. They also point to the lack of official test results indicating the presence of toxins or carcinogens in the equipment or parts used by the railway company.

A successful FELA claim is awarded compensation for past and future physical pain and suffering and loss of enjoyment life, psychological suffering, and other damages. If the victim dies in the process then the family can pursue wrongful-death claims to receive compensation.

At Napoli Shkolnik PLLC, we work with experienced FELA lawyers to assist injured railroad workers get the financial help they require. Contact us for a free consultation. We represent railroad workers across the United States, including New York City, Boston, Hartford, St. Louis, Denver, and other cities.