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FELA and Railroad Lawsuits

Railroad workers exposed to toxic chemicals, such as diesel exhaust benzene, coal fumes or asbestos are at risk of developing a serious illness including cancer. A successful FELA lawsuit can award damages to pay medical expenses, income loss and pain and suffering.

Union Pacific recently awarded $7.5 Million to an employee of the railroad who contracted Leukemia. This is only one illustration of how the justice system defends for victims.

Benzene

Railroad workers are often exposed to hazardous materials and chemical solvents, including benzene. Benzene is a highly evaporative liquid which can be absorbed via the skin or inhaled. It has been linked to a range of medical illnesses, including cancer, blood cancers like leukemia and lymphoma, and bone marrow disease. It is also a cancer-causing substance and a component of coal tar creosote which is used to protect railroad tie from sunlight, heat and rain.

One former rail worker claimed that exposure to benzene while working with coal tar creosote railroad ties led to Myelodysplastic Syndrome (MDS), which progressed into Acute Myeloid Leukemia. A jury awarded him $7.5 million last September.

If you have been diagnosed with cancer or other chronic illnesses because of their exposure to benzene asbestos radioactive substances and other toxic chemicals, are entitled to claim compensation under FELA. Based on the type of cancer or illness the time limit for filing a claim can vary, which is why it is imperative to speak with an experienced lawyer as quickly as you can.


Shaw Cowart's railroad attorneys can assist you in determining whether your case qualifies for a FELA lawsuit. We provide free consultations and are familiar with FELA and railroad workplaces as well as the dangerous cancer-causing substances many railroad employees encounter every day.

Asbestos

Our attorneys have represented railroad employees who developed lung cancer or other illnesses due to asbestos exposure. They typically worked in areas like repair shops, engine rooms and yards as well as on rail cars that were damaged or track equipment that had asbestos insulation that was degrading. This type of asbestos is particularly dangerous because, as it degrades tiny fibers are released into the air. The fibers are breathed in by railway workers and may cause mesothelioma, lung cancer, asbestosis and the pleural plaque.

Railroad workers are at risk of developing lung diseases due to diesel exhaust, silicasand, and welding fumes. These fumes can cause harm to the kidneys, lungs and the gastrointestinal tract. These injuries are often diagnosed after years of exposure, and can lead to several serious and debilitating medical issues.

A recent case involving Conrail exposes the dangers of this kind of work. class action lawsuit against railroads upheld a jury award of $2.3 million to Conrail, a railroad company, for a former railway employee who died from mesothelioma. A jury awarded damages for suffering and pain, loss of companionship, future medical expenses and other expenses. This case illustrates the importance of working closely with an experienced lawyer who can quickly assess whether the FELA claims is warranted.

Radioactive Substances

People who are exposed to radioactive substances could develop cancer or other serious illnesses. These substances are often hidden in the materials railroads use to clean tracks and other rail yards. They are often difficult to identify unless the railroad company is actively screening them for alpha or the gamma radiation. If a railroad worker develops cancer or another disease caused by exposure to carcinogenic substances during their work, they could apply for a FELA and receive compensation from his former employer.

Railroad workers are more prone than others to develop cancer. This is due to the fact that they are constantly exposed to chemicals that can cause lung cancer, such as asbestos dust, sand dust (silica) as well as welding fumes, diesel fumes and creosote.

Railroad employees who have been diagnosed with cancer as a result of on-the-job exposure should consult an attorney for railroads as soon as is possible. They can assist them in determining whether they have a claim against their former employers and make the appropriate lawsuits under FELA. These claims could include reimbursement for medical expenses, loss of income, and pain and discomfort. Additionally, they may compensate for the loss of a loved one as part of an wrongful-death claim. A knowledgeable railroad lawyer can help victims receive the full amount of damages they are entitled to under FELA.

FELA

Railroad workers such as engineers conductors and train crew members are often in dangerous environments that can harm lungs without realizing it. Former railroad workers who developed lung cancer or other ailments that could be caused by their job may claim compensation under Federal Employers Liability (FELA).

Contrary to claims for workers' compensation, FELA allows injured railroad employees and families of deceased employees to seek damages for future and past medical expenses and emotional suffering. An attorney knowledgeable of FELA regulations could explain to you your options.

To prevail in a FELA lawsuit, you will be required to prove that your employer acted in a negligent manner. Negligence could mean breaking a law or rule or not meeting the standard of reasonable care, and many more. A competent FELA lawyer could review your case to determine whether negligence by the railroad contributed to your condition.

Railroad exposure can lead to a variety of lung diseases. If you were exposed to asbestos, diesel exhaust, creosote or other toxins during your career on the railroad and you are a mesothelioma patient, a certified attorney will assist you in claiming compensation under FELA. Hughes Law Offices has handled FELA cases in the past, and they have led to a variety of verdicts and settlements.

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