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Railroad Lawsuit - Causes of Lung Cancer and Mesothelioma
Railroad workers are exposed to a variety of dangerous substances, dusts, and fumes. Some railroad worker illnesses can be fatal.
In an FELA asbestos case, we obtained a defense verdict from a jury for our client in the Court of Common Pleas of Philadelphia County in Pennsylvania. The plaintiff claimed he was diagnosed with lung cancer as a consequence of his exposure to asbestos and diesel exhaust while working in the railroad.
Lung Cancer
Rail workers are exposed toxic chemicals such as diesel exhaust, solvents and welding fumes. Inhaling these chemicals can lead to serious health issues, such as lung cancer. Lung cancer can be fatal and is the most prevalent illness among former railroad workers.
Exposure to toxins in the workplace can cause other health issues including chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). COPD symptoms include breathlessness, difficulty breathing, coughing and wheezing as well as weight loss. COPD is caused by exposure to chemical fumes during work such as diesel fumes. The symptoms can get worse with age.
A railroad COPD lawyer might be able to help injured workers recover compensation for their medical bills and suffering. In some cases the injured worker could receive a lump sum settlement to cover his or her damages.
In a matter that was filed in Albany, NY, Jackson and Brown attorneys successfully represented the railroad client against a lawsuit brought by an ex-employee alleging that he developed leukemia cancer after working for three different railroads between 1975 and 2007. Plaintiff sought damages under the Federal Employers Liability Act. The Court granted summary judgment in favor of the railroad client and dismissed the matter.
Mesothelioma
Mesothelioma is a rare and deadly cancer that affects organs' tissue, is a form of cancer that can be fatal. It is a malignant tumour that can cause life-threatening complications, such as lung failure or respiratory distress. Mesothelioma is composed of three types: epithelial, sarcomatoid and biphasic (mixed type).
The type of mesothelioma detected will determine how long a patient may expect to survive. Epithelial mesothelioma has a greater survival rate than sarcomatoid and mixed kinds. lung cancer lawsuit that affects the abdominal wall or peritoneal area usually has a shorter life time, but some have a longer life span than the median.
Multiple myeloma lawsuit is a cancer that affects railroad workers. They can seek compensation for their medical expenses loss of wages, suffering. They may also seek compensation for funeral expenses and emotional distress. A railroad lawsuit copd lawyer can assist victims to receive the financial compensation they need.
Obtained a defense verdict in the Court of Common Pleas of Philadelphia County for a Class I railroad client in a FELA case in which the plaintiff claimed that he was diagnosed with colon cancer as a result of the exposure to diesel exhaust in second hand smoke as well as creosote during his 40 years of railroad service. The case involved extensive scientific, medical and factual evidence. The jury voted unanimously verdict stating that there was no negligence, and no violation of the Federal Employers' Liability Act or Locomotive Inspection Act.
Colorectal Cancer
Railroad workers may develop several illnesses related to their work. Lung cancer is the most well-known disease related to railroad work, however there are other ailments and diseases which can be linked to long-term exposure to asbestos, diesel exhaust or secondhand smoke. If you've contracted one of these illnesses, a lawyer for train accidents can help you file an claim under FELA to recover your economic and non-economic losses.
In a case involving Philadelphia County, we successfully represented a case filed by a plaintiff who claimed that he was diagnosed with chronic myeloid lymphoma ("CML") due to exposure to benzene and diesel exhaust when he was a railroad worker. The jury returned a defense verdict following a two-week trial.
In an New York case, we obtained summary judgment on behalf of the railroad defendant. A former employee of the railroad claimed that he had developed cancer of the bladder as a result to his exposure to certain substances during his railroad employment. We argued, and the court agreed that the plaintiff previously waived his right to bring the claim when he signed a release in 1996 following a previous suit alleging a different type of exposure.
Head Cancer
Railroad workers are exposed to numerous cancer-causing substances which include asbestos and diesel exhaust. These harmful fumes contain microscopic pieces that may penetrate deep into lung tissue. They are a frequent cause of chronic diseases like COPD. COPD is characterised by shortness of breath wheezing, coughing, and weight loss.
A successful claim for a respiratory illness such as COPD requires the evidence of both economic and non-economic losses. An experienced attorney can help you understand the types damages available in this particular case during a free consultation.
COPD cases involving railroad workers often involve lung cancer claims as well. Our lung lawyers are adept at helping clients win a FELA case for lung cancer that was caused by exposure to toxic fumes at work.
We were able to secure favorable trial court decisions and a small jury award for our client who sustained injuries in 2017 due to the Hyndman train derailment in Pennsylvania that led to the release of vinyl chloride. The client claimed he needed medical monitoring due to the possibility of developing cancer, which is an acceptable claim under FELA.
lung cancer lawsuit obtained summary judgment in two cases involving railroad workers who developed COPD after working for several years in a railroad yard. The court ruled that plaintiffs in the 2017 lawsuits were barred due to their inability to conduct a reasonable search of the internet for information regarding their condition and its relation to their railroad jobs.
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