Railroad Lawsuit Kidney Cancer
Railroad workers are frequently exposed to carcinogens that are dangerous. Exposure to diesel fuel, benzene, creosote and other toxic substances has contributed to cancer as well as other chronic illnesses like leukemia, lung cancer, mesothelioma, bladder cancer, and kidney cancer.
Contact a railroad cancer lawyer today for a free initial consultation for anyone who to you has been diagnosed with an illness which is connected to your work on the railway.
Exposure to Carcinogens
Railroad workers are exposed to numerous carcinogens that can cause harm on a daily basis. These include diesel exhaust, asbestos and benzene. Numerous lawsuits for cancer of the railroad have been filed against a variety of railroad companies. These lawsuits have been filed under the Federal Employers Liability Act (FELA) that was created in 1908.
The victims who develop cancer due to on-the-job exposure to toxic substances may be qualified for compensation. A lawyer for railroad injuries will review the claim of a victim and determine if a FELA lawsuit can be filed against the business that caused their illness.
A railroad worker could be entitled to compensation for medical expenses, lost wages and other damages related to their illness. Lawyers can assist clients in filing a lawsuit within the three-year statute set forth by FELA.
Plaintiff James Brown alleges that he was diagnosed with leukemia as a result from years of working on trains with unprotected exposure to chemicals like creosote and degreasing solvents. He worked on tanks, brake shoes and cabooses. He claims to have walked across railroad ties that smelled of creosote, and saw signs with crosses and skulls on train vehicles, indicating toxic substances. He also claims to have been exposed to diesel fumes working on engines of locomotives and when he stopped in tunnels. The toxins made his breathing difficult and caused headaches.
Failure to provide a safe Work Environment
Although railroad work has always been a risky job, modern studies show that many of the common railroad-related hazards have a direct correlation to cancer and other serious diseases. Federal law requires railroad employers to provide their employees with adequate protection and direction to ensure their safety. If cancer lawsuits fail to provide this, they could be liable for serious injuries that could cause death or financial ruin.
If you are a railroad worker or have a family member who was a railway worker it is recommended that you seek legal advice from a knowledgeable attorney. An attorney can help you determine if there is a viable lawsuit in light of your exposure to carcinogens which are potentially deadly. There is a 3 year statute of limitations, so it is important to contact an attorney early as you can.
In addition to asbestos railroad workers also have to deal with toxic chemicals such as creosote, diesel fumes, and exhaust. These toxic fumes are typically the cause of cancer, including mesothelioma as well as other lung diseases. It is important that you get in touch with a railroad accident lawyer immediately if you've developed one of these diseases.
The plaintiff was employed by the ICRC from September 1975 until December 2015. He claims that his employment at the ICRC led to his developing renal (and then adrenal) cancer. He alleges that he was continuously exposed to the dangerous chemical carbon tetrachloride, which is used by railroads to clean their tracks and braking systems.
Negligence
A lawsuit involving railroads can be filed under the Federal Employers Liability Act (FELA), which allows railroad employees to file claims directly against their employers. To be eligible for damages, the worker must show that the railroad company was negligent in causing the injury or illness.
Plaintiff Greger was exposed when working on the railroad, to a number hazardous chemicals and environmental conditions. Carbon tetrachloride is used to clean rail and brake systems. He says that the company failed to warn him about the dangers of the chemical that has been associated with cancer.
He also walked across rail ties that were coated with creosote, a substance he claimed was recognized as a danger. He also inhaled diesel fumes in the cabs of locomotives and was found to be suffering from headaches and breathing difficulties. He also inhaled diesel exhaust while he was in the tunnels of running locomotives and claims that this made him feel ill.
He claims that when he sought out doctors about the link between his work on the railroad kidney cancer, as well as his doctors were unable to provide any details. He asserts that this was a case of negligence and that the railway should have been aware of the link between these exposures and kidney cancer. He is seeking to recover compensation for medical expenses along with suffering and pain, lost earnings, and emotional distress.
Damages
The damages in a kidney cancer lawsuit filed by a railroad result from medical bills as well as lost wages and other expenses. The amount of these damages could vary greatly based on the individual case. An experienced lawyer will work to ensure that you receive full compensation for your losses.
In 2008, a man aged 51 was diagnosed with acute myeloid leukemia (AML) and myelodysplastic Symptom (MDS). He was a machinist with Chicago & North Western Railway, and its successor Union Pacific Railroad, from 1976 until 2008. He was exposed to chemicals containing creosote, benzene, and degreasing agents.
Railroad companies are legally bound by a obligation to adhere to the government's safety regulations for workplaces. These include safeguarding workers from exposure to carcinogens that are well-known. If a railroad company fails to adhere to these regulations and the consequences could be devastating for the victims and their families.
Hughes Law Offices has represented thousands of injured individuals including railroad workers who were exposed to toxic fumes. Contact us today for free consultation with a experienced and knowledgeable lawyer for railroad accidents. Andrew Hughes, the founder of the firm, has been defending railroads in FELA claims for the majority of his legal career. He is knowledgeable of the laws and the conditions that could result from exposure to the workplace.