Railroad Lawsuit Kidney Cancer
Rail workers are exposed carcinogens. Exposure to toxic substances such as diesel fuel, benzene and creosote have been linked to cancers as well as chronic conditions such as mesothelioma, lung cancer, and bladder cancer.
Call a railroad cancer lawyer today for a no-cost initial consultation in the event that you or someone close to you has been diagnosed with a serious disease that is related to your work on a railway.
Exposure to Carcinogens
Every day, railroad workers are exposed to carcinogens. class action lawsuit against union pacific railroad include diesel exhaust, asbestos and benzene. Railroad cancer lawsuits against different railroad companies have been filed in huge amounts. These lawsuits were filed under the Federal Employers Liability Act, established in 1908.
The victims who develop cancer because of exposure to toxins may be qualified for compensation. An experienced railroad injury lawyer will examine a victim's claim to determine whether there is an opportunity to file a FELA lawsuit against the company responsible for their condition.
A railroad worker may be entitled to compensation to cover medical expenses, lost wages and other damages resulting from their illness. Lawyers can assist clients in bringing a lawsuit prior to the three year statute outlined by FELA.
Plaintiff James Brown alleges that he developed leukemia as the result of years of working on trains and being exposed to chemicals like creosote and degreasing solvents. He was exposed to brake shoes tank cars, cabooses and brake shoes. He claims to have walked across railroad ties that smelled like creosote, and he saw plaques with skulls and crosses on train cars, indicating toxic substances. He claims that he was exposed to diesel fumes while working on engines for locomotives or when stopping in tunnels. The toxins caused headaches and made breathing difficult.
Inability to provide a safe Work Environment
While railroad work has always been a risky job, new studies have revealed that many of the most common railway-related occupational hazards are directly linked to cancer and other serious illnesses. Federal law requires railroad employers to give their workers adequate protection and guidance to ensure their safety. If they do not follow the law with the law, they could be held accountable for serious injuries that result in death, or financial ruin.
If you are a railroad employee or have a family member who worked for a railroad, you should consider seeking legal advice from an experienced attorney. An attorney can determine the extent to which your exposure to carcinogens while on the job is enough to allow you to bring a lawsuit. A three-year statute of limitations is in place, so you should speak with an attorney as soon as you can.
Railroad workers are exposed harmful chemicals, including creosote, diesel fumes and exhaust. These toxic fumes can be the source of cancers, including mesothelioma and other lung diseases. If you've suffered from any of these conditions it is essential that you consult a qualified railroad injury lawyer right away.
The plaintiff was employed by the ICRC as a carman/mechanic from September 1975 until December 2015. He claims that his work at the ICRC caused him to develop renal (and then adrenal) cancer. He claims that he was constantly exposed to the dangerous chemical carbon tetrachloride. This chemical is used by railroads to clean their brake systems and tracks.
Negligence
A railroad lawsuit may be filed under the Federal Employers' Liability Act (FELA) which allows railroad workers to directly complain against their employers. To be legally entitled to damages, a worker must prove that the railroad company was negligent in causing his or her injury or illness.
In his time on the railway Plaintiff Greger was exposed to a number of hazardous chemicals and environmental conditions. These included carbon Tetrachloride, which is used to clean the braking and rail systems. He claims that the company did not take the time to warn him about the risks of the chemical, which has been associated with cancer.
He also claims that he walked on rail ties that were coated in creosote. This substance was considered as a hazard. He also inhaled diesel fumes inside locomotive cabs and claimed that the fumes "gagged him," made breathing difficult, and caused headaches. He claims to have been ill by diesel exhaust while he was in tunnels while on a locomotive.
He claims that he inquired with his doctors about the link between his work on the railway and kidney cancer However, they didn't offer any information about this connection. He claims that this was negligence and that the defendant railway should have been aware of the connection between these exposures to kidney cancer. He wants to be compensated for medical expenses in addition to pain and suffering and lost earnings.
Damages
In a lawsuit involving cancer of the railroad the damages are a combination between medical expenses, lost wages, and other costs. The amount of damages will differ widely based on the circumstances. A skilled attorney will ensure that you get the maximum amount of compensation for your losses.
In one instance an older man, 51, was diagnosed with myelodysplastic Syndrome (MDS) and acute myeloid leukemia (AML) in 2008. He was a machinist with Chicago & North Western Railway, and its successor Union Pacific Railroad, from 1976 until 2008. He was exposed to chemicals that contained creosote as well as benzene and degreasing agents.
Railroad companies are legally bound by a obligation to adhere to the government's safety rules for workplaces, which include protecting workers from exposure to carcinogens that are well-known. If a railroad fails to comply and suffers the consequences, it can be devastating for the victims and their families.
The attorneys at Hughes Law Offices have represented thousands of injured victims, including many railroad workers who were exposed to toxic fumes. Contact us today for a free consultation with an expert railroad injury lawyer. Andrew Hughes, the founder of the firm has been defending railroads in FELA claims for the bulk of his legal career. He is familiar with the laws and conditions that can result from exposure to the workplace.