Railroad Lawsuit - Causes of Lung Cancer and Mesothelioma
Railroad workers are exposed to a range of hazardous chemicals dusts, fumes, and dusts. Certain diseases of railroad workers could be fatal.
We secured a defense verdict in the Court of Common Pleas of Philadelphia County, Pennsylvania for our client in a FELA asbestos and diesel exhaust case. The claimant claimed that he had developed lung cancer as a consequence of exposure to asbestos and diesel exhaust during his railroad employment.
Lung Cancer
Railroad workers are exposed to harmful chemicals such as diesel exhaust solvents, fuels, solvents and welding fumes. These inhalable chemicals can cause serious health issues including lung cancer. Lung cancer is a fatal disease and is the most common illness among former railroad employees.
Exposure to workplace toxins may cause other health issues including chronic obstructive lung disease (COPD). COPD symptoms include breathlessness in the morning, difficulty breathing, coughing and wheezing as well as weight loss. COPD is triggered by exposure to chemical fumes at work and in the workplace, such as diesel fumes. The symptoms may worsen as you age.
A railroad COPD lawyer might be able to help injured workers obtain compensation for medical bills and suffering. In some instances, an injured worker can receive a lump-sum payment for their damages.
In a lawsuit that was brought in Albany, NY, Jackson and Brown attorneys successfully represented a railroad client in a claim brought by an ex-employee alleging that leukemia developed in him after working for three different railroads between 1975 and 2007. Plaintiff claimed damages under the Federal Employers Liability Act. The Court granted summary judgment in favor of the railroad client and dismissed the case.
Mesothelioma
Mesothelioma is a rare, but deadly form of cancer that affects the tissues that surround organs. It is a malignant tumor that can lead to life-threatening complications such as lung failure or respiratory distress. Mesothelioma is classified into three types: epithelial, biphasic and sarcomatoid (mixed type).
The mesothelioma type that is diagnosed determines how long patients are expected to live. Epithelial mesothelioma has a higher survival rate than sarcomatoid or mixed kinds. Mesothelioma that affects the abdominal wall or peritoneal area typically has a shorter duration, however some patients live longer than the median.
Railroad workers who develop mesothelioma may seek compensation for medical expenses loss of wages, suffering and pain funeral costs, as well as emotional distress. A lawyer for railroad lawsuits will assist victims in obtaining the financial compensation they need.
In a FELA lawsuit, the plaintiff obtained a defense verdict for a Class I railroad client in the Court of Common Pleas of Philadelphia County. Plaintiff alleged that he developed colon cancer as a result of the exposure to diesel fumes, second-hand smoke, and creosote throughout his 40 years of railroad work. Extensive fact, medical and scientific evidence was presented. The jury returned a unanimous verdict finding no negligence and no violation of the Federal Employers' Liability Act or Locomotive Inspection Act.
Colorectal Cancer
Railroad workers are at risk for various diseases that are linked to their job. Lung cancer may be the most common disease that affects railroad workers but there are other diseases and conditions which can be connected to exposure to diesel exhaust or secondhand smoke. A train accident lawyer can help you if you've been diagnosed with one of these conditions and are looking to claim economic and non-economic damages under the FELA.
In a case that occurred in Philadelphia County, we successfully represented a claim made by one of the plaintiffs who claimed that he was diagnosed with chronic myeloid leukemia ("CML") as a result of exposure to diesel exhaust and benzene during his career as railway worker. The jury returned a defense verdict following the two-week trial.
In an New York case, we obtained summary judgment on behalf of the railroad defendant. An ex-railroad employee claimed he developed bladder cancer due to his exposure to certain substances during his railroad employment. We argued and the court ruled that the plaintiff had already granted himself the right to bring the claim when signing a release in 1996 following a prior suit which claimed a different type of exposure.
Head Cancer
Railroad workers are exposed a variety of cancer-causing chemicals, including asbestos and diesel exhaust. These harmful fumes contain microscopic pieces that may penetrate deep into lung tissue. They are a common cause of chronic diseases like COPD. COPD is characterised by shortness of breath, coughing, wheezing, weight loss and difficulty sleeping.
In order to prove that a respiratory problem, such as COPD, has caused economic and non-economic harm You must document both. csx railroad lawsuit with experience can explain the types of damages that are available in this kind of case in a one-on-1 consultation.
Railroad COPD cases usually involve lung cancer claims as well. Our firm's experienced lung lawyers can guide clients through the process of filing an effective FELA claim for lung cancer caused by work-related exposures to toxins.
We successfully preserved favorable trial court rulings as well as a small federal jury award to one client who suffered injuries resulting from the Hyndman, Pennsylvania train derailment resulting in the release of vinyl chloride in the year 2017. The client claimed he required medical monitoring due to the fear of developing cancer, which is an acceptable claim under FELA.
We obtained summary judgment in two cases involving railroad workers who developed COPD after working for several years in a yard for railroads. The court ruled that the plaintiffs of 2017's lawsuits were not time-barred since they did not conduct a reasonable search on the internet for information regarding their condition and its relation to their railroad job.