Railroad Lawsuit - Leukemia Caused by Benzene
A railroad worker who developed leukemia from exposure to toxic chemicals was awarded $7.5 million in a jury verdict. He worked for two railroad companies, and was exposed to Benzene which is carcinogen.
The plaintiff's job required him to deal with creosote coated ties and other equipment. He claimed that he was frequently completely covered with the chemical.
Benzene
Benzene, among the numerous harmful chemicals that could cause cancer is a carcinogen. It is a carcinogen and is present in diesel exhaust that railroad workers are exposed to frequently. Benzene exposure has been linked to myelodysplastic disorder (MDS) as well as acute myeloid leukemia (AML), and Hodgkin lymphoma, among other blood cancers.
Railroad workers are frequently exposed to a range of carcinogens while working on the job, such as creosote and diesel exhaust. While many railway employees receive workers' compensation, these benefits might not cover all of the expenses and losses incurred by a victim. A benzene lawsuit against a railroad can help plaintiffs recover damages that aren't covered by workers compensation.
The wife of railroad worker John Thompson recently won a settlement involving benzene for wrongful deaths against his employer. Her husband was an employee in maintenance of ways for the Chicago and North Western Railroad and Union Pacific Railroad between 1976 and 2008. He was continuously exposed to a variety of petroleum solvents such as benzene-laden sulfosote, naphtha, coal distillates carbolineum, as well as paint strippers. In his professional life, John suffered from multiple types of cancer, including a particular type of leukemia known as myelodysplastic. He passed away from this disease in November 2009. The settlement that was awarded by the jury was $7 million. The amount is a large part of his medical expenses, lost income, and suffering and pain.
Creosote
Creosote contains a number of chemicals, including dioxin pentachlorophenol as well as polycyclic hydrocarbons. Exposure for long periods can cause irritation to the respiratory tract. Skin cancer and a leukemia-like disease known as acute myeloid leukemia are also linked to long-term exposure to creosote.
Creosote enters the body through lungs as air pollution, through the stomach and intestines after eating or drinking contaminated water or through contact with the skin. It is absorbed quickly through the skin. It can cause damage to the liver, kidneys the gastrointestinal tract, and the central nervous system. The toxic mix can be absorbed via the eye and cause a variety of ailments.
Rail workers are exposed to a range of harmful chemicals at their work. If these harmful substances cause harm to workers the workers should be compensated from their employers. Contact our dedicated railroad injury lawyers to discuss your case.
Hull is a small Florida town, was once home to an old rail company that used coal-tar creosote wood to make it waterproof and insectproof wooden railroad ties. When the company was purchased by CSX years ago the chemicals grew to infect the property around it. Residents are seeking to sue CSX for contamination of their homes and drinking water. EPA Administrator Regan visited the area to get more information about the situation. Residents have reported that drinking water contaminated close to the UPRR plant is causing childhood leukemia and other health issues.
Asbestos
The use of asbestos to make railroad material was common throughout the decades. Many railroad employees were exposed to dangerous asbestos dust while working in steam trains, around them or in repair shops. These asbestos fibers were often carried home on the hair and clothing of workers and exposed their family members to the deadly material.
Despite the dangers that come with asbestos exposure, railroad companies have been ignoring or denying this for many years. As a result, many railroad workers who received an asbestos-related cancer diagnosis later in life were not given sufficient compensation from their employers.
Asbestos lawsuits are different from other claims for workers' compensation because of their complexities. Railroad workers may be able to claim compensation through the Federal Employers Liability Act (FELA). FELA is a viable alternative to traditional workers' compensation laws. Railroad employees who have been diagnosed with an asbestos-related disease can file a claim under FELA, as long as they can prove their employer's negligence caused their injury.
railroad controls limited lawsuit in this lawsuit claim that the railroad contaminated the Fifth Ward area with dangerous chemicals and did not clean up the mess. 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 diseases. They also suffered from the loss in property value due to the contamination.
Lead
People who work on railroads are exposed to a variety of carcinogenic substances, chemicals, and fumes. These toxic chemicals are believed to cause leukemia as well as other fatal diseases in workers. These exposures are usually caused by railroad negligence.
Railroad workers are often exposed to welding fumes, diesel exhaust asbestos and silica as well as other toxic substances. These exposures can lead to a myriad of long-term health problems, including bladder cancer, lung cancer, esophageal cancer kidney cancer and other forms of leukemia.
The most common cause of leukemia, as well as other blood and bone marrow diseases is exposure to benzene. Benzene, a colorless liquid that is flammable and able to evaporate into air, is a compound that can cause leukemia. It is used in a variety of industrial processes and is found in the environment at low concentrations. It is also found in gasoline and other products. Exposure to benzene, especially when consumed or inhaled, can have a number of health risks.
If you've been on a train or in the industry of railroads, and have developed a serious illness like leukemia as the result of negligence by your employer and/or negligence, you should contact Napoli Shkolnik for a free case review. We can assist you in obtaining compensation for your medical care or lost income, as well as other damages. Our lawyers are dedicated to helping Texans who have been injured.