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Railroad Lawsuit - Causes of Lung Cancer and Mesothelioma
Railroad workers are exposed of dangerous chemicals, dusts and fumes. Some illnesses that affect railroad workers can be fatal.
We obtained an appeals verdict in the Court of Common Pleas of Philadelphia County, Pennsylvania for our client in the FELA asbestos and diesel exhaust case. The plaintiff claimed that he developed lung cancer as a result of exposure to diesel exhaust and asbestos during his time working in the railroad.
Leukemia lawsuit are exposed to toxic chemicals like diesel exhaust, solvents and welding fumes. These substances inhalable can cause serious health issues, including lung cancer. Lung cancer can be fatal and is the most frequent illness among former railroad employees.
Exposure to workplace toxins may also lead to other conditions that include chronic obstructive lung disease (COPD). The signs of COPD include breathing problems, coughing and wheezing and shortness of breath, as well as weight loss. COPD is often caused by exposure to dust from the workplace and chemical fumes, including diesel fumes and smoke from idle locomotives. The symptoms can get worse with age.
A railroad COPD attorney might be able to help injured workers receive compensation for medical bills as well as suffering. In some cases, the injured worker may receive a lump sum settlement to cover the damages.
In a matter that was filed in Albany, NY, Jackson and Brown attorneys successfully represented the railroad client against the case of an ex-employee alleging that the cancer was caused by leukemia after working for three different railroads from 1975 to 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 is a rare and deadly cancer that affects organs' tissues, is a form of cancer that is fatal. It is a malignant tumor that can lead to life-threatening complications such as respiratory distress or lung failure. Mesothelioma is found in three distinct kinds that include epithelial (epidermal), Sarcomatoid (sarcoma) and biphasic (mixed).
The type of mesothelioma that is diagnosed will determine the length of time that a patient could expect to survive. Epithelial mesothelioma has a greater survival rate than sarcomatoid and mixed kinds. Mesothelioma affecting the abdominal wall, peritoneal, or typically has a shorter duration, however some patients live longer than the median.
Mesothelioma is a type of cancer that affects railroad workers. They can claim compensation for medical expenses along with lost wages and pain and suffering. They may also seek compensation for funeral expenses and emotional anxiety. A qualified railroad lawsuit lawyer can help victims obtain the financial compensation they are entitled to.
Obtained a defense verdict in the Court of Common Pleas of Philadelphia County for a Class I railroad client in a FELA case where plaintiff alleged that he developed colon cancer due to his exposure to diesel exhaust, second hand smoke and creosote throughout his 40 years of railroad service. The jury heard a wide array of medical and scientific testimony was presented. The jury returned a unanimous verdict finding no negligence and no violation of the Federal Employers' Liability Act or Locomotive Inspection Act.
Colorectal Cancer
Railroad workers are at risk for various diseases that are connected to their job. Lung cancer could be the most prevalent disease associated with railroad workers, but there are other diseases and conditions which can be caused by exposure to diesel exhaust or secondhand smoke. If you've contracted one of these conditions and have been injured in a train crash, a lawyer can assist you in filing an appeal under FELA to get compensation for your non-economic and economic losses.
In a case in Philadelphia County, we successfully defense of an action filed by the plaintiff who claimed he was diagnosed with chronic myeloid lymphoma ("CML") due to his occupational exposures to benzene and diesel exhaust while working as a railroad worker. The jury ruled in favor of the defense following the two-week trial.
In a case involving the filing of a suit in New York, we obtained summary judgment for a railroad defendant. the former employee of the railroad claimed that he developed bladder cancer as a result of exposure to a variety of substances during his time at the railroad. cancer lawsuits agreed with us that the plaintiff had waived his right to bring this suit when the agreement was signed in 1996 following a previous lawsuit claiming a different kind of exposure.
Head Cancer
Railroad workers are exposed to a variety of cancer-causing chemicals, including asbestos and diesel exhaust. cancer lawsuits contain microscopic particles that can penetrate into the lung tissue. union pacific railroad lawsuit are a typical cause of chronic diseases such as COPD. COPD is known as shortness of breathe wheezing, coughing and weight loss.
A successful claim for a respiratory disorder such as COPD requires proof of both economic and non-economic losses. A competent attorney can provide the various damages that are available in this kind of situation, during a free consultation.
Railroad COPD cases often result in lung cancer claims as well. Our firm's lung lawyers are skilled in helping clients win a FELA case for lung cancer caused by toxic exposures at work.
We were able successfully preserve favorable court rulings in trial courts and a comparatively low federal jury award to one client who suffered injuries related to the Hyndman, Pennsylvania train derailment resulting in the release of vinyl chloride in 2017. The client argued that he needed medical attention due to the possibility of developing cancer, which is an appropriate claim under FELA.
We obtained summary judgment in two cases involving railroad workers who suffered from COPD after working for a number of years in a yard for railroads. The court ruled that plaintiffs of 2017's lawsuits are barred due to the fact that they did not conduct a reasonable search on the internet for information on their condition or its connection to their job at the railroad.