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Railroad Lawsuit (Berger-Frisk.Hubstack.Net) - Leukemia Caused by Benzene

A railroad class action lawsuit worker who developed leukemia as a result of exposure to toxic chemicals has been awarded $7.5 million in a jury verdict. He was employed by two different railroad companies and was exposed to Benzene which is a carcinogen.

The plaintiff's job required him to handle creosote-coated ties as well as equipment. He claimed that he was covered from head to toe in the chemical.

Benzene

Benzene is among the hazardous chemicals that have been proven to cause cancer. It is a known carcinogen that is found in diesel exhaust fumes which railroad workers are regularly exposed to. The exposure to benzene is linked to myelodysplastic disease (MDS) and acute myeloid leukemia (AML) and Hodgkin lymphoma among other blood cancers.

Creosote, diesel exhaust and other carcinogens are all common exposures for railroad employees. Workers' compensation can be able to cover certain expenses and losses, but not all. A benzene suit against a railroad can aid plaintiffs in recovering damages that aren't covered by workers' compensation.

The widow of Railroad Cancer Lawsuit Settlements worker John Thompson recently won a settlement for wrongful death involving benzene against his employer. Thompson was a maintenance employee who worked for the Chicago and North Western Railroad and the Union Pacific Railroad from 1976 to 2008. He was exposed to a variety of petroleum solvents, including creosote which contained benzene distilates of coal naphtha, paint strippers and naphtha. John was diagnosed with cancers of different types such as myelodysplasticleukemia throughout his career. John passed away in November 2009 from this disease. The jury awarded $7 million as a settlement. The settlement covers a significant portion of his medical expenses, lost income, and pain and suffering.

Creosote

A variety of chemicals are present in creosote. They include dioxin, pentachlorophenol, phenols and polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons. Exposure to the chemical vapors could cause irritation to the respiratory tract. Long-term exposure to creosote has been linked with skin cancer and an illness that is similar in nature to acute myeloid lymphoma.

Creosote gets into the body through the lungs as air pollution, through the stomach and intestines, either by eating contaminated food or drinking water that is contaminated or by contact with the skin. It is rapidly absorbed through the skin. Exposure to this mixture can cause damage to the kidneys, liver and the central nervous system. The toxic mix can be absorbed via the eye and cause a variety of illnesses.

Rail workers are exposed to a wide range of hazardous chemicals in their workplace. If they suffer injuries from these toxic substances, they should be compensated from their employer. Contact our railroad injury lawyers today to discuss your case.

Hull the town, which is a tiny Florida town, was home to an old rail company which used coal-tar creosote wood to waterproof and insectproof railroad tie made of wood. When CSX bought the company many years ago the chemicals spread throughout the town and contaminated the land [empty] around. Residents are seeking to sue CSX for contamination of their homes and drinking water. Regan, the EPA Administrator, toured the area to know more. Residents claim that drinking water contaminated near the UPRR facility cause leukemia in children, as well as other health issues.

Asbestos

The use of asbestos in the production of railroad materials was widespread throughout the years. Many railroad workers were exposed asbestos dust as they worked in steam trains and around or in repair shops. These asbestos fibers are often brought home by workers who wear their clothes and hair. Their families are exposed to the deadly substance.

Despite the risks of asbestos exposure, a lot of railroad companies resisted or ignored its potential to harm workers' health for decades. In the end, many railroad lawsuit settlements workers who were given an asbestos-related cancer diagnosis later in life weren't given the proper compensation from their employers.

Asbestos lawsuits are distinct from other workers' compensation claims due to their complexity. Railroad workers may be able to obtain compensation through the Federal Employers Liability Act (FELA). FELA is a possible alternative to traditional workers' compensation laws. FELA allows railroad workers suffering from asbestos-related illnesses to file a claim in the event that they can prove their employer's negligence was the cause of their illness.

The plaintiffs in the lawsuit claim that the railroad contaminated Fifth Ward with dangerous chemicals and did not clean the area. The residents of the community that lived in the area at the time of the contamination suffered from lung and throat cancers, asthma and other respiratory illnesses. The contamination also led to a decrease in property value.

Lead

Rail workers may be exposed to diverse carcinogenic substances, fumes, and chemicals. These toxic chemicals are known to cause leukemia and other fatal illnesses in workers. These exposures are usually due to railroad negligence.

Railroad workers are often exposed to diesel exhaust, welding fumes asbestos, silica and asbestos among other toxins. These exposures may lead to lung cancer bladder and esophageal cancers, kidney cancer, and other types of leukemia.

Exposure to benzene is a primary cause of leukemia as well as other blood and bone-marrow disorders. Benzene, a colorless liquid that is flammable and may evaporate into air, is a chemical that can cause leukemia. It is employed in various industrial processes, and it is present in low amounts in the air. It is also present in gasoline and many other products. Exposure to benzene when inhaled or consumed can cause serious health problems.

If you have worked on trains or in the railway industry and [empty] have developed a serious illness such as leukemia as a result of negligence on the part of your employer and/or negligence, you should contact Napoli Shkolnik for a free case review. We can assist you in obtaining compensation for medical expenses, lost income, and other damages. Our attorneys are experienced and committed to helping Texans that have suffered injuries or were wronged.