Railroad Lawsuit Kidney Cancer
Railroad workers are often exposed to carcinogens that are dangerous. Exposure to toxic substances like diesel fuel, benzene and creosote has been linked to cancers and chronic illnesses like mesothelioma, lung cancer as well as bladder cancer.
Call cancer lawsuits for a no-cost initial consultation for anyone who to you has been diagnosed with an illness of serious severity which is connected to your work on railroad.
Exposure to carcinogens
Every day railroad workers are exposed to carcinogens. cancer lawsuits include diesel exhaust, asbestos and benzene. Numerous lawsuits for cancer of the railroad have been filed against a variety of railroad companies. These lawsuits were filed under the Federal Employers Liability Act, that was passed in 1908.
People who suffer from cancer due to on-the-job exposure to toxins may be entitled to compensation. An experienced railroad injury lawyer will review a claim of a victim to determine if there's a feasible FELA lawsuit against the company responsible for their condition.
Railroad workers may be entitled to compensation to cover medical expenses, lost wages, and other damages resulting from their illness. A lawyer can assist the client in bringing a lawsuit prior to the three-year deadline set by FELA.
Plaintiff James Brown alleges that he suffered from leukemia as a consequence from years of working on trains exposed to chemicals like creosote and degreasing solvents. He was exposed to brake shoes, tank cars, cabooses and brake shoes. He claims he walked on railroad ties that smelled of creosote, and saw plaques with skulls and crosses on train cars, signalling toxic substances. He also claims that he was exposed to diesel fumes working on engines for locomotives and when stopping in tunnels. The toxins made breathing difficult and caused headaches.
union pacific railroad lawsuit to Provide a Safe Work Environment
Although railroad work has always been a high-risk work, recent studies indicate that many of the common railway occupational hazards have a direct connection to cancer and other serious diseases. Federal law requires railroad employers to provide their workers with adequate direction and protection in order to keep them safe. If they do not, they could be liable for serious injuries that cause death or financial ruin.
You should seek advice from an experienced lawyer if you were a railroad employee or if you know loved ones who were. An attorney can help determine if there is a viable lawsuit based on your on-the-job exposure to carcinogens which are potentially deadly. There is a three-year statute of limitations, therefore it is essential to contact an attorney as soon as you can.
In addition to asbestos, railroad workers also are exposed to toxic chemicals, such as creosote as well as diesel fumes and exhaust. These harmful fumes are frequently the reason for cancer, including mesothelioma, as well as other lung diseases. It is crucial to get in touch with a railroad accident lawyer immediately if your condition has developed one of these diseases.
The plaintiff was employed by the ICRC as a carman/mechanic from September 1975 to December 2015. He claims that his work with the ICRC led to the development of renal (and later adrenal) cancer. He claims that he was constantly exposed to the hazardous chemical carbon tetrachloride. This is used by railroads to clean their brake systems and tracks.
Negligence
A lawsuit against a railroad company can be filed under the Federal Employers Liability Act (FELA), which allows railroad employees to file complaints directly against their employers. To be qualified for damages the worker must prove that the railroad company was negligent in causing his or her injury or illness.
Plaintiff Greger was exposed, while working on the railroad, to a variety of hazardous chemicals and environmental conditions. Carbon tetrachloride, a chemical, was used to clean rail and brake systems. He claims that the company did not notify him of the possible dangers of this chemical, which has been proven to cause cancer.
He also claims to have walked across rail ties that were covered in creosote. This substance was recognized as harmful. He also breathed in diesel fumes in locomotive cabs and testified that the fumes "gagged him," made breathing difficult and caused headaches. He also inhaled diesel exhaust while he was in tunnels on running locomotives and claims that it caused him to feel sick.
He claims that he asked his doctors about the connection between his railway work and kidney cancer, but they did not give any information on the connection. He asserts that this was a case of negligence and that the railroad should have been aware of the link between these exposures to kidney cancer. He seeks compensation for medical expenses, suffering and pain, lost earnings, and emotional distress.
Damages
In a lawsuit involving cancer of the railroad the damages are a combination between medical bills, lost wages and other costs. The amount of damages will differ based on the circumstances. A knowledgeable attorney will ensure that you receive the full amount for your losses.
In 2008, a man of 51 was diagnosed with acute myeloid leukemia (AML) and myelodysplastic syndrome (MDS). He worked as a machinist for Chicago & North Western Railway and its successor, Union Pacific Railroad, from 1976 to 2008. He was exposed to chemicals that contained creosote, benzene, and degreasing agents.
Railroad companies are legally responsible for ensuring compliance with workplace safety regulations. This includes safeguarding workers from carcinogens. If a railroad fails in its duty and the consequences for victims and their families could be devastating.
Hughes Law Offices has represented thousands injured people as well as railroad workers exposed to toxic fumes. Call us now for a free consultation with an experienced railroad injury attorney. Founder Andrew Hughes actually defended railroads in FELA cases for the majority of his legal career, which means his knowledge of the laws that surround these claims and the conditions that can result from on-the-job exposure.