Railroad Lawsuit - Causes of Lung Cancer and Mesothelioma
Railroad workers are exposed to a variety of dangerous chemicals, dusts and fumes. Certain diseases of railroad workers could be fatal.
In a 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 that he developed lung cancer as the result of his exposure to asbestos and diesel exhaust during his railroad employment.
Lung Cancer
Railroad workers are exposed to toxic chemicals such as diesel exhaust solvents, fuels, solvents and welding fumes. These inhalable chemicals can trigger serious health issues, including lung cancer. Lung cancer can be fatal and is the most prevalent illness among former railroad workers.
Exposure to workplace toxins can cause other health issues, including chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). COPD symptoms include breathlessness as well as coughing and wheezing as well as weight loss. COPD is often caused by exposure to workplace dust and chemical fumes, including diesel fumes and smoke from the engines that idle. The symptoms may become worse with the onset of.
A railroad COPD attorney may be able assist injured workers in receiving compensation for medical expenses as well as suffering. In certain cases the injured worker could receive a lump sum settlement to cover the damages incurred.
Jackson and Brown attorneys successfully represented their railroad client in a case that was filed in Albany, NY. The claim was brought by a former railroad employee who claimed that she had contracted leukemia while working for three railroads from 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 case.
Mesothelioma
Mesothelioma, the most rare and deadly type of cancer that affects organs' surrounding tissues, is a form of cancer that could be fatal. It is typically a malignant tumor that can cause life-threatening complications, such as lung failure, respiratory distress or even a collapsed lung. Mesothelioma comes in three different kinds: epithelial (epidermal) and Sarcomatoid (sarcoma) and biphasic type (mixed).
The type of mesothelioma detected will determine how long a patient may expect to survive. Epithelial mesothelioma can have a higher survival rate than sarcomatoid or mixed types. Mesothelioma of the peritoneal or abdominal wall typically has a shorter time, but some live longer than the median.
Railroad workers who develop mesothelioma can seek compensation for medical expenses loss of wages, suffering and pain, funeral costs and emotional distress. A qualified railroad attorney copd lawyer can assist victims in obtaining the financial compensation they deserve.
Obtained railroad class action lawsuit in the Court of Common Pleas of Philadelphia County for a Class I railroad client in a FELA case where plaintiff alleged that he had developed colon cancer as a result of his exposure to diesel exhaust smoke, second hand smoke and creosote throughout his 40 years of railroad employment. Extensive fact, scientific and medical evidence was presented. The jury unanimously found no negligence or violation of the Federal Employers' Liability Act and Locomotive Inspection Act.
Colorectal Cancer
Railroad workers are at risk of various diseases that are linked to their work. Lung cancer is possibly the most well-known illness that is associated with railroad work, but there are many other ailments and diseases that can be linked to long-term exposure to asbestos, diesel exhaust, or secondhand smoke. A train accident lawyer can help those who have been affected by any of these diseases and would like to pursue a claim for economic and non-economic damages under the FELA.
In a case that occurred in Philadelphia County, we successfully in defending a claim filed by the Plaintiff who claimed that he was diagnosed with chronic myeloid leukemia ("CML") as a consequence of his exposure to diesel exhaust and benzene during his career as railroad workers. The jury returned a defense verdict after a two-week trial.
In a case involving a lawsuit filed in New York, we obtained summary judgment on behalf of a railroad defendant in which an ex-railroad employee claimed that he was diagnosed with bladder cancer as a result of his exposure to a number of substances during his railroad employment. We argued, and the court ruled that the plaintiff had earlier given up the right to bring this claim after signing a release in 1996 following a lawsuit which claimed a different type of exposure.
Head Cancer
Railroad workers are exposed to a range of cancer-causing substances, including diesel exhaust and asbestos. These toxic fumes are made up of microscopic particles that can penetrate into the lung tissue. They are a major cause of chronic diseases like COPD. COPD is characterized by shortness of breath, coughing, wheezing. It can also cause weight loss and difficulty sleeping.
A successful claim for a respiratory disorder like COPD requires evidence of both economic and non-economic losses. A skilled lawyer can discuss the kinds of damages that are available in this kind of case during a free one-on-one consultation.
Railroad COPD cases usually include lung cancer claims as well. Our firm's experienced lung attorneys can assist clients through the process of filing a successful FELA claim for lung cancer that is caused by exposure to toxic substances at work.
We were able preserve 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 which resulted in the release vinyl chloride. The client claimed that he required medical attention due to the possibility of developing cancer, which is an acceptable claim under FELA.
We obtained summary judgments in two cases in which railroad workers were diagnosed with COPD after several years of working in a yard for railroads. The court ruled that plaintiffs the 2017 lawsuits were time-barred due to the fact that they did not conduct a fair internet search for information on their condition or its connection to their railroad work.