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Railroad Lawsuit - Leukemia Caused by Benzene

A railroad worker who developed leukemia after exposure to toxic chemicals has been awarded $7.5 million in a jury verdict. He was employed by two different railroad companies and was exposed to Benzene which is a carcinogen.

The plaintiff's job required him handle creosote-coated ties and equipment. He claimed that the chemical was covering him from head to toe.


Benzene

Benzene is one of many dangerous chemicals that have been proven to cause cancer. It is a carcinogen and is found in diesel exhaust, which railroad workers are exposed to often. Exposure to benzene has been associated with myelodysplastic Syndrome (MDS), Hodgkin's Lymphoma and acute leukemia along with other blood cancers.

Railroad workers are frequently exposed to a variety of carcinogens when on the job, including creosote and diesel exhaust. Workers' compensation might cover some expenses and losses, but not all. A benzene lawsuit against a railroad may assist plaintiffs in recovering damages that are not covered by workers compensation.

The wife of railroad worker John Thompson won a benzene settlement against his employer. Her husband was a maintenance of ways employee who worked for the Chicago and North Western Railroad and Union Pacific Railroad from 1976 until 2008. He was continuously exposed to various solvents from petroleum, including benzene-laden creosote, naphtha distillates of coal carbolineum, as well as paint strippers. John suffered from cancers of various types including myelodysplastic lukemia during his career. He died from this illness in November 2009. The jury awarded him $7 million as a settlement. This sum covers a significant portion of his medical expenses including lost income, discomfort and pain.

Creosote

Many chemicals are present in creosote, including dioxin, pentachlorophenol and phenols and polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons. Long-term exposure can cause irritation to the respiratory tract. Long-term exposure to creosote has also been linked to skin cancer and an illness similar in nature to acute myeloid lymphoma.

Creosote is absorbed into the body via the lungs via air pollution through the stomach and intestines, either by eating food that is contaminated or drinking water that is contaminated or by contact with the skin. It is quickly absorbed through the skin. Exposure to it can cause damage the kidneys, liver, gastrointestinal tract and central nervous system. The toxic mixture can also be taken up through the eyes and may cause a variety of ailments.

Railroad workers are exposed to many dangerous chemicals in their work environments. When toxic substances cause harm to workers, they should receive compensation from their employers. Contact our dedicated railroad injury lawyers to discuss your case.

Hull A small Florida town, was once the home of an old rail company which used coal-tar creosote wood to waterproof and insectproof railroad ties made of wood. When the company was acquired by CSX years ago the chemicals grew to contaminate the property. Residents are suing CSX for the contamination of their drinking water and homes. Regan the EPA Administrator, toured the area to learn more. Residents say contaminated drinking water close to the UPRR plant can cause childhood leukemia as well as other health issues.

Asbestos

The use of asbestos in the production of railroad materials was common throughout the years. Many railroad employees were exposed to dangerous asbestos dust while working in steam trains and around them, or in repair shops. These asbestos fibers are typically brought home by workers who wear their clothing and hair. This exposes their families to the dangerous substance.

Despite the dangers of asbestos exposure railroad companies have either refused to acknowledge or deny this fact for decades. This is why some railroad workers who were diagnosed with an asbestos-related cancer diagnosis later in life were not given sufficient compensation from their employers.

Asbestos lawsuits differ from other workers' compensation claims due to their complexity. Railroad workers may be able to claim compensation under the Federal Employers Liability Act (FELA). FELA is an alternative to traditional workers' compensation laws. FELA allows railroad employees with asbestos-related ailments to file a claim if they can prove that their employer's negligence was the reason of their injury.

The plaintiffs in the lawsuit claim that the railroad contaminated Fifth Ward with dangerous chemicals and did not clean the area. Those who were living in the community at the time of the contamination have suffered from a variety of health issues including throat and lung cancer, asthma, and other respiratory ailments. The contamination also led to the property to lose value.

Lead

Railroad workers can be exposed to many carcinogenic chemicals, chemicals and fumes. These harmful chemicals are known to cause leukemia as well as other fatal diseases in workers. These exposures are usually the result of railroad negligence.

Rail workers are exposed a variety of toxins, including diesel exhaust, welding fumes and asbestos. These exposures can lead to a variety of long term health issues including lung cancer, bladder cancer, esophageal cancer kidney cancer and other forms of leukemia.

csx lawsuit of the major causes of leukemia as well as other blood and bone marrow disorders is benzene exposure. It is a colorless and flammable liquid that has the ability to evaporate into the air. It is used for various industrial processes and it can be found in low concentrations in the air. The chemical is also present in gasoline and many other products. Exposure to benzene, especially when inhaled or consumed can cause serious health problems.

If you've worked on trains or in the railway industry and have developed a serious illness such as leukemia as a result of employer negligence or a lack of care, contact Napoli Shkolnik for a free case review. We can help you obtain compensation for medical expenses, lost income and other damages. Our attorneys are passionate about helping Texans who have been injured.

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