Railroad Lawsuit - Leukemia Caused by Benzene
A railroad worker who developed leukemia due to exposure to toxic chemicals has been awarded $7.5 million in a verdict of a jury. He worked for two railroad companies, and was exposed to Benzene which is carcinogen.
The plaintiff's job required him to handle creosote coated equipment and ties. He claimed that the chemical was often covering him from head to toe.
Benzene
Benzene is one of the hazardous chemicals that have been discovered to cause cancer. It is a carcinogen. It is present in diesel exhaust which railroad workers are exposed to regularly. Exposure to benzene has been linked to myelodysplastic syndrome (MDS) as well as acute leukemia and Hodgkin's lymphoma as well as other blood cancers.
Creosote, diesel exhaust, and other carcinogens are a common exposure for railroad workers. Although cancer lawsuits are eligible for workers' compensation, the benefits could not cover all a victim's expenses and losses. A benzene suit against a railroad might help plaintiffs recover damages that aren't covered by workers compensation.
The widow of railroad worker John Thompson recently won a settlement in wrongful death with benzene from his employer. John Thompson was a maintenance of ways employee for the Chicago and North Western Railroad and Union Pacific Railroad between 1976 between 1976 and 2008. He was exposed to a range of petroleum solvents such as creosote which contained benzene, coal tar distilates naphtha, paint strippers and naphtha. In his professional life, John suffered from multiple forms of cancer, including a particular type of leukemia called myelodysplastic syndrome. He passed away in November 2009 of this illness. The settlement awarded by jury was $7 million. This amount covers a substantial portion of his medical expenses including lost income, suffering and pain.
Creosote
Creosote contains a number of chemicals, such as dioxin, pentachlorophenol as well as polycyclic hydrocarbons. Exposure for long periods can cause irritation of the respiratory tract. Long-term exposure to creosote has been linked with skin cancer and an illness similar to acute myeloid lymphoma.
Creosote can enter the body through the lungs, stomach and intestines after food that is contaminated is consumed, contaminated water is drunk or through contact with the skin. It is quickly absorbed by the skin. Exposure can cause damage to the liver, kidneys as well as the gastrointestinal tract and central nervous system. The toxic mixture is also in the eyes and can lead to a range of illnesses.
Railroad workers are exposed many dangerous chemicals in their workplaces. If these harmful substances cause harm the workers should be compensated from their employers. Contact our dedicated railroad injury lawyers to discuss your case.
Hull A small Florida town, was the home of an old rail company which used coal-tar creosote wood to waterproof and insectproof railroad tie made of wood. When CSX bought the company years ago the chemicals spread throughout the town and polluted the surrounding land. Residents are seeking to sue CSX for the contaminating their homes and drinking water. EPA Administrator Regan visited the area to learn more about the situation. Residents say contaminated drinking water near the UPRR plant can cause childhood leukemia as well as other health issues.
Asbestos
Throughout the years, asbestos was used to make railroad materials. Asbestos dust was a danger to many railroad workers who worked around steam trains and in repair shops. The asbestos particles are usually brought home by workers who wear their hair and clothing. This exposes their families to the deadly substance.
Despite the dangers that come with asbestos exposure, railroad companies have refused to acknowledge or deny this fact for decades. As a result, some railroad workers who had an asbestos cancer diagnosis later in life were not awarded adequate compensation from their employers.
Asbestos lawsuits differ from other claims for workers' compensation because of their complexities. Railroad workers might be able to obtain compensation under the Federal Employers Liability Act (FELA). FELA is an alternative to traditional laws governing workers' compensation. Railroad workers who have been diagnosed with an asbestos-related illness are able to file a claim under FELA so long as they can prove their employer's negligence caused their injury.
The plaintiffs in this case claim that the railroad contaminated Fifth Ward with dangerous chemicals and did not do anything to clean it up. Residents of the area at the time of the contamination have been affected by a variety of health issues such as throat and lung cancer, asthma, and other respiratory illnesses. They also suffered from the loss of property value because of the contamination.
Lead
Rail workers are exposed various carcinogenic chemicals, fumes and chemicals. These harmful chemicals can cause many debilitating and fatal illnesses for employees, including leukemia. These exposures are usually caused by negligence on the part of railroad workers.
Bladder cancer lawsuit are often exposed to welding fumes, diesel exhaust asbestos and silica as well as other toxins. These exposures can lead to many long-term health problems, including lung cancer, bladder cancer, esophageal cancer kidney cancer, and various forms of leukemia.
One primary cause of leukemia and other bone marrow and blood conditions is exposure to benzene. Benzene, a colorless fluid that is flammable and may evaporate into air, is one of the substances that can cause leukemia. It is utilized in a variety of industrial processes and can be found in the environment at very low levels. union pacific railroad lawsuit is also found in gasoline and a variety of other products. Exposure to benzene may have adverse effects on your body, especially when it is inhaled, or ingested.
Contact Napoli Shkolnik to receive a free review of your situation If you were employed in a train or railway and then contracted a serious illness like leukemia due to the negligence of your employer. We will help you recover the compensation you deserve for medical treatment loss of income, and other damages. Our lawyers are dedicated to helping Texans who have been injured.