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Multiple Myeloma Caused by Railroad Work

Under FELA railroad workers may claim compensation for injuries. However, in order to bring a successful claim, the injured party must prove that the railroad's negligence contributed to their injury.

The evidence presented during the trial included testimony from an toxicologist, who relied on various studies and risk factors to establish that Harris's multiple myeloma was caused by his exposure to diesel exhaust.

Benzene Exposure

Exposure to benzene is linked to various hematopoietic cancers that include Acute Myeloid Leukemia (AML), Acute Non-Lymphocytic Leukemia (ANLL) and Multiple Myeloma. According to bnsf lawsuit for Research on Cancer (IARC) the chemical benzene is classified as a Group 1 carcinogen. This chemical is present in diesel exhaust and fumes that many railroad workers are exposed to on a regular routine.

Furthermore, Multiple myeloma lawsuit are also exposed to benzene from cleaning products like Safety-Kleen as well as CRC. These kinds of cleaning agents typically contain a particular type of benzene called the methylbenzene. The methylbenzene is converted to a chemical known as dioxin when it comes in contact with water. Multiple myeloma lawsuit are chemicals that can trigger numerous health problems such as lung cancer.


Parker Waichman has successfully represented numerous railroad employees in personal injury claims against their employers under FELA. For instance an award was made by a jury to an ex- Chicago and North Western Railroad worker $7.5 million for the diagnosis of acute myeloid leukemia after years of exposure to solvents and chemicals on the job.

Another instance involved a plaintiff who was diagnosed with multiple myeloma after working as an engineer for railroad signal maintenance for a number of years. He claimed his condition was the result of exposures to diesel exhaust and benzene that he was exposed to on the job. BNSF filed an motion for summary judgment prior to the trial began on the claim that plaintiff knew or should have known that his cancer was caused by exposure to chemicals and environmental hazards when working for the railroad.

Creosote Exposure

Creosote is a toxic chemical used to preserve wood has been linked to various cancers, including skin cancer and scrotal cancer. Railroad workers working on the maintenance and repair of railway ties are often exposed to this substance. The National Toxicology Program reported that workers who handled creosote had more risk than general population of developing lethal forms of cancer.

A recent court case in which a railroad employee who was diagnosed with myeloma, alleges the exposure to diesel exhaust and other environmental toxins caused the cancer. The court ruled the plaintiff was aware of any potential dangers he might suffer due to his job at the railroad and could have learned about his injury by conducting an exhaustive search on the internet when the diagnosis came in. Since he did not make this effort, his action is time-barred.

In a different case, the railroad won its defense decision in a case filed in Philadelphia County by an ex-railroad worker. Lymphoma lawsuit claimed he was diagnosed with bladder cancer due to the exposure he had to secondhand smoke and other chemicals like creosote or diesel exhaust.

Parker Waichman has also obtained defense verdicts in cases involving different types of cancers, such as lung and prostate cancer. These cases were filed by former railroad workers, who claimed their cancers were due to a lifetime exposure to toxic chemicals at work. The firm is ready to review the details of your case and explain your options.

Asbestos Exposure

Asbestos may pose a health risk for railroad employees. Workers are exposed to asbestos when they work with railroad ties, repair or install railway gear or work on railroad tie. Asbestos is known to cause mesothelioma, lung cancer and other diseases.

Ronald K. Harris, the plaintiff in a lawsuit brought against CSX Transportation claims that he was diagnosed with multiple myeloma as a result of his work at the railroad. Harris, according to the lawsuit worked daily for CSX Transportation in its Laredo railroad yard. Harris breathed "harmful and toxic substances, fumes and chemicals including but not limited diesel exhaust, welding fumes and creosote.

We successfully defended our client at a two-week jury trial in which it was claimed that the repetitive bent, lifting and twisting while working as a trackman caused herniated discs in the lumbar region and a 25% permanent disability that caused loss of earnings and pain and suffering. The railroad was found not to be negligent, and the plaintiff received a minimal award.

Environmental Exposure

Railroad workers are exposed a number of different environmental chemicals. Based on the kind of work they do and the type of work, exposure to chemicals can lead to numerous health problems such as multiple myeloma. Contact Parker Waichman if you or a family member has been diagnosed with myeloma after working on railways.

In a recent case railroad workers received $7.5 million from the jury after being diagnosed with myelodysplastic syndrome (MDS) and acute myeloid leukemia. He sued two major railroads, claiming that exposure to asbestos and diesel exhaust caused health issues for him.

However the railroads filed an appeal based on summary judgment, which argued that the plaintiff was aware of most important facts and potential reasons for his injury at the time of his diagnosis. The court agreed and granted the railroads' motion, concluding that the plaintiff failed to make a reasonably diligent inquiry into whether his condition was connected to his work at the railroad.

In the courtroom, the plaintiff presented expert testimony from an industrial hygienist and epidemiologists. The expert witnesses claimed that Harris's myeloma resulted of the exposure he received to diesel exhaust. To support this assertion, the expert witness referenced several studies that proved the connection between certain types of cancer and diesel exhaust. However, no reputable scientist has ever concluded that diesel exhaust is the main cause of multiple myeloma.

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