Railroad Lawsuit Kidney Cancer
Railroad workers are often exposed to carcinogens that are dangerous. Exposure to harmful substances like diesel fuel, benzene and creosote has been linked with cancers and chronic illnesses like mesothelioma, lung cancer and bladder cancer.
If you or someone you know has been diagnosed with an illness of serious severity that was related to your involvement with railroads, contact a knowledgeable railroad cancer attorney today for a free consultation.
Exposure to carcinogens
Railroad workers are exposed various carcinogens that are dangerous on a regular basis. These include diesel exhaust, asbestos and benzene. Many railroad cancer lawsuits have been filed against various 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 toxic substances may be qualified for compensation. An experienced railroad injury lawyer will examine a victim's claim to determine if they have a feasible FELA lawsuit against the company that caused their condition.
Railroad workers may be entitled to compensation for medical expenses, lost wages and other damages resulting from their illness. A lawyer can assist a client in filing a lawsuit within the three-year statute established by FELA.
Plaintiff James Brown alleges that he was diagnosed with leukemia as a result of years of working on trains exposed to chemicals such as creosote and degreasing solvents. He was employed on brake shoes, cabooses, tank cars and brake shoes. He claims to have walked across railroad ties that smelled of creosote. He also saw placards with skulls and crosses on train cars, signalling toxic substances. He claims that he was exposed to diesel fumes working on locomotive engines or when stopping in tunnels. The toxins caused him headaches and caused breathing difficulties.
Failure to provide an Occupational Safety Environment
While railroad work has always been a risky job, modern studies show that many of the most common railway occupational hazards have a direct correlation to cancer and other serious illnesses. Federal law requires railroad employers to provide their employees with adequate protection and direction to ensure their safety. If they fail to do so, they could be liable for serious injuries that cause death or financial ruin.
If you are a railroad employee or have a loved one who was a railroad worker, you should consider seeking legal assistance from an experienced attorney. An attorney can help you determine if your exposure to carcinogens during the job is enough to allow you to file an action. There is a three-year statute of limitations, therefore it is essential to contact an attorney early as you can.
In addition to asbestos railroad workers also have to deal with toxic chemicals such as creosote, diesel fumes and exhaust. Most often, these toxic fumes can lead to cancer of various types, including mesothelioma and other lung diseases. If you've suffered from one of these diseases it is crucial that you consult a knowledgeable railroad accident lawyer as soon as you can.
The plaintiff was employed by the ICRC as a carman/mechanic between September 1975 to December 2015. He claims that his time at the ICRC led to his developing renal (and then adrenal) cancer. He claims that he was constantly exposed to the hazardous chemical, carbon tetrachloride. This chemical is used by railroads for cleaning their tracks and brake systems.
railroad workers cancer lawsuit can be filed under the Federal Employers Liability Act (FELA) which permits railroad workers to file a complaint directly against their employers. To be qualified for damages the worker must prove that the railroad company was negligent in causing the injury or illness.
When he worked on the railway Plaintiff Greger was exposed to various toxic chemicals and environmental conditions. These included carbon tetrachloride, which is used to clean braking and rail systems. He claims that the company did not take the time to warn him about the dangers of the chemical, which has been associated with cancer.
He also claims that he walked on rail ties which were coated in creosote. This substance was considered as harmful. He also inhaled diesel fumes inside locomotive cabs and testified that the fumes "gagged him," made breathing difficult and caused headaches. He claims to have been sickened by diesel exhaust while he was in tunnels while on a locomotive.
He claims he sought out his doctors about the link between his railway work and kidney cancer However, they didn't give any information on the connection. He asserts that this was a case of negligence and that the defendant railway should be aware of the link between these exposures and kidney cancer. He wants to be compensated for his medical costs along with pain and suffering as well as lost earnings.
Damages
The damages in a kidney cancer lawsuit filed by a railroad are a result of a combination of medical expenses along with lost wages and other expenses. The amount of these damages may vary greatly depending on the particular situation. A skilled attorney will ensure that you are compensated fully for your losses.
In 2008, a man aged 51 was diagnosed with acute myeloid lymphoma (AML) and myelodysplastic Symptom (MDS). He was a machinist for Chicago & North Western Railway, and its successor Union Pacific Railroad, from 1976 until 2008. He was exposed to chemicals that contained benzene, including creosote, and degreasing agents.
Railroad companies are legally responsible for adhering to workplace safety rules. This includes protecting workers from carcinogens. If a railroad fails in this obligation and the consequences for victims and their families can be devastating.
The lawyers at Hughes Law Offices have represented thousands injured victims, including many railroad workers who have been exposed to toxic fumes. Contact us today for a free consultation from an experienced railroad injury attorney. The Founder Andrew Hughes actually defended railroads in FELA cases for the majority of his legal career, therefore he is well-versed in the laws governing these claims and the conditions that may result from work exposure.