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Railroad Lawsuit - Leukemia Caused by Benzene

A railroad worker who developed leukemia from exposure to toxic chemicals has been awarded $7.5 million in a jury verdict. He worked for two railroads and was exposed to Benzene which is a carcinogen that has been identified.

The plaintiff's work required him to handle creosote coated equipment and ties. He claimed that the chemical was frequently covering him from head to toe.

Benzene

The chemical Benzene is one of the many harmful chemicals that can cause cancer is a carcinogen. It is a carcinogen, and is found in diesel exhaust that railroad workers are exposed to on a regular basis. Benzene exposure has been linked to myelodysplastic disease (MDS), acute myeloid leukemia (AML), and Hodgkin lymphoma, as well as other blood cancers.

Railroad workers are typically exposed to a variety of carcinogens when on the job, such as creosote and diesel exhaust. Workers' compensation might pay for some losses and expenses, but not all. A benzene lawsuit against a railroad could aid plaintiffs in recovering 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 between 1976 and 2008. He was exposed to a range of petroleum solvents like creosote containing benzene distilates of coal tar naphtha, naphtha and paint strippers. In his professional life, John suffered from multiple types of cancer, including one type of leukemia referred to as myelodysplastic. John passed away in November 2009 from this condition. The settlement he was awarded by the jury was $7 million. The amount is a large portion of his medical costs, lost income, and pain and suffering.

Creosote

Creosote is a mixture of chemicals, including dioxin pentachlorophenol and polycyclic halocarbons. Exposure for long periods can cause irritation of the respiratory tract. Leukemia-like skin cancers and a similar disease known as acute myeloid leukemia are also linked to long-term creosote exposure.

class action lawsuit against norfolk southern railroad  enters your body through the lungs as air pollution, through the stomach and intestines by drinking or eating food that has been contaminated, unclean water or coming into contact with the skin. It is absorbed quickly through the skin. Exposure to this mixture can cause damage to kidneys, the liver and central nervous system. The toxins can be absorbed via the eye and trigger a range of ailments.

Railroad workers are exposed numerous hazardous chemicals in their workplaces. If these toxic chemicals cause harm to workers, they should receive compensation from their employers. Contact our dedicated railroad injury lawyers to discuss your case.

Hull, a small Florida town, was once home to an old railroad company that used coal-tar creosote on wood to make it waterproof and insectproof railroad tie made of wood. When the company was bought by CSX in the past the chemicals grew to contaminate the surrounding property. Residents are now suing CSX for the contamination of their drinking water and homes. Regan, the EPA Administrator, toured the area in order to learn more. Residents have reported that drinking water contaminated near the UPRR plant is causing childhood leukemia and other health issues.

Asbestos

Through the years, asbestos was used to create railroad materials. Asbestos dust was a danger for railroad workers who worked around steam engines and in repair shops. The asbestos particles were frequently brought home on hair and clothing of the workers and exposed their family members to the dangerous material.

Despite the risks of exposure to asbestos, a number of railroad companies were unaware or oblivious to its potential to harm workers' health for years. This is why some railroad workers who received an asbestos-related cancer diagnosis later in life weren't given adequate compensation from their employers.

Because of their complexity, asbestos lawsuits differ from other workers' comp claims. Railroad workers might be able to claim compensation under the Federal Employers Liability Act (FELA). FELA is a possible alternative to traditional workers' compensation laws. Railroad employees who have been diagnosed with an asbestos-related disease may file a claim under FELA, as long as they can prove their employer's negligence led to their injury.

The plaintiffs in the lawsuit claim that the railroad contaminated Fifth Ward with dangerous chemicals, and failed to clean it up. The residents of the area at the time of the contamination have been affected by a variety of health issues including throat and lung cancer, asthma, and other respiratory illnesses. The contamination also caused a decrease in property value.

Lead

People who work on railroads can be exposed to many carcinogenic substances, chemicals and fumes. These harmful chemicals are known to cause leukemia and other fatal illnesses in workers. These exposures are usually the result of railroad negligence.

Railroad workers are often exposed to diesel exhaust, welding fumes, asbestos and silica among other toxins. The exposures could lead to lung cancer bladder and esophageal carcinomas kidney cancer, as well as other forms of leukemia.

One of the major causes of leukemia as well as other bone marrow and blood conditions is exposure to benzene. The colorless, flammable liquid that can evaporate into the air. It is used in many industrial processes and is found in the air at lower concentrations. The chemical is also present in gasoline and many other products. Exposure to benzene when inhaled or consumed, can have serious health effects.

Contact Napoli Shkolnik to receive a free review of your situation in the event that you worked on a railroad or train and contracted a serious illness such as leukemia, due to the negligence of your employer. We can help you obtain compensation for your medical care loss of income, and other damages. Our attorneys are experienced and devoted to helping Texans who have been injured or wronged.