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FELA and Railroad Lawsuits

Workers exposed to toxic chemicals like diesel exhaust, coal fumes or asbestos could develop serious illnesses, including cancer. A successful FELA claim can award damages that will cover medical expenses, loss of income suffering and more.

Union Pacific recently awarded $7.5 Million to a railroad worker who developed Leukemia. This is just one example of how the justice system stands up for the injured.

Benzene

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

A former rail worker claimed his exposure to benzene from working with coal tar creosote railroad ties led to Myelodysplastic Syndrome (MDS), which eventually developed into Acute Myeloid Leukemia. A jury gave the man $7.5 million in September last year.

People who have been diagnosed with cancer or other chronic diseases because of exposure to benzene asbestos radioactive substances as well as other hazardous chemicals, have the right to claim compensation under FELA. Based on the type of cancer or illness, the statute of limitations will vary, therefore it is important to speak with an experienced lawyer as quickly as you can.

A railroad attorney at Shaw Cowart can help you determine whether your case is eligible for a FELA claim. We provide free consultations, and we are well-versed in FELA and railroad workplaces.

Asbestos


Our lawyers have represented railroad workers who contracted lung cancer and other health conditions due to asbestos exposure. They often worked in areas such as repair shops, engine rooms, and yards and on rail cars that had been damaged or on track equipment that was asbestos insulation that was becoming degraded. This type of asbestos could be extremely hazardous, as when it deteriorates tiny fibers are released in the air. The fibers are breathed in by railway workers and may cause mesothelioma, lung cancer asbestosis, and pleural plaque.

In addition to asbestos railroad workers are at high risk for developing lung diseases from diesel exhaust as well as exposure to other workplace toxins, such as welding fumes, solvents and silica sand. These fumes can cause harm to the kidneys, lungs and the gastrointestinal tract. These injuries are usually discovered many years after an employee's initial exposure and can cause many serious and debilitating medical issues.

A recent case involving Conrail exposes the risks associated with this type of work. The Appeals Court has upheld a jury verdict of $2.3million against Conrail in the case of a former railway worker who was diagnosed with mesothelioma. Norfolk Southern Railway lawsuit awarded damages to compensate for suffering and pain, companionship loss, future medical expenses, and other losses. This case emphasizes the importance of working closely with an experienced attorney that can quickly determine if the FELA claim is warranted.

Radioactive Substances

Railroad workers who have been exposed to radioactive substances are at risk of developing certain types of cancers as well as other serious diseases. These substances are often concealed in the materials that railroads use to clean tracks and other rail yards. It can be difficult to recognize them unless the railroad company screens for alpha and Gamma radiation. If a railway worker develops cancer or another disease caused by exposure to carcinogenic substances during their work, they may apply for an FELA and receive compensation from the company he worked for previously.

Railroad workers are more likely than others to develop cancers. This is due to being constantly exposed to toxic substances that can cause lung cancers, such as asbestos, sand dust (silica) and diesel fumes, welding fumes and creosote.

Railroad workers who have been diagnosed with cancer as a result of exposure on the job should consult an attorney for railroads as soon as is possible. They can assist them in determining if they have a claim against their former employers and submit the appropriate lawsuits under FELA. These lawsuits can cover reimbursement for medical expenses as well as loss of income and suffering and pain. They may also seek compensation for the death of a loved one in the case of wrongful death. An experienced railroad attorney can help victims get the maximum amount of damages they are entitled to under FELA.

FELA

Engineers, conductors and train crew members work in dangerous situations where they may damage their lungs and not even realize it. If a former railroad employee has contracted an illness, such as lung cancer or another illness that could be related to their job, they may be able to file for compensation under the Federal Employers Liability Act (FELA).

As opposed to workers' compensation FELA allows railroad employees who are injured to file a lawsuit. This includes future and past medical costs and emotional suffering. A lawyer familiar with the regulations under FELA could provide you with options for filing.

To be successful in a FELA claim, you must prove that your employer acted negligently. It could be a matter of breaking a rule or law or failing to meet an acceptable standard of care, and much more. A competent FELA lawyer could review your case to determine whether negligence by the railroad contributed to your illness.

Railroad exposure can trigger a variety of lung diseases. If you were exposed to asbestos, diesel exhaust creosote, or other toxins during your time working on the railway, a reputable mesothelioma lawyer will assist you in claiming compensation under FELA. The FELA cases handled by Hughes Law Offices in the past have resulted in a variety of verdicts and settlements.

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