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Multiple Myeloma Caused by Railroad Work
Under FELA railroad workers are able to file lawsuits to recover compensation for their injuries. To be successful, the injured person must prove the railroad was negligent in causing the injury.
The evidence presented in the trial included testimony from an toxicologist, who relied on various studies and relative risk factors to establish Harris's myeloma was caused by his exposure to diesel exhaust.
Benzene Exposure
Benzene is linked to several hematopoietic tumors that include Acute Myeloid Leukemia(AML), Acute Non-Lymphocytic Leukemia(ANLL) and Multiple Myeloma. According to the International Agency for Research on Cancer, benzene is a Group 1 Carcinogen. This chemical is found in diesel fumes, Class Action Lawsuit Against Union Pacific Railroad and railroad workers are exposed to it.
Moreover, some railroad workers are also exposed to benzene via cleaning products such as Safety-Kleen or CRC. These kinds of cleaning agents typically contain a kind of benzene referred to as methylbenzene. The methylbenzene converts to a chemical known as dioxin when it comes in contact with water. Dioxins are a group of substances that can lead to various serious health issues including lung cancer.
Parker Waichman has successfully represented many railroad workers in personal injury cases against their employers under FELA. For instance an award was made by a jury to an ex- Chicago and North Western Railroad Cancer Lawsuit Settlements worker $7.5 million for his diagnosis of acute myeloid leukemia following years of exposure to chemicals and solvents while working.
Another case involved one plaintiff who was diagnosed with multiple myeloma after working as a railroad signal maintenance engineer for several years. He claimed his condition was caused by exposure to diesel exhaust and benzene exposure he experienced during his job. BNSF filed an appeal to dismiss the summary judgment before the trial began based on the premise that plaintiff knew or should have had the knowledge that his cancer was caused by exposure to chemicals and environmental hazards while working for the railroad.
Creosote Exposure
Creosote, a toxic chemical used to preserve wood is linked to several cancers including skin cancer and scrotal cancer. Railroad workers working on the maintenance and repair of railway ties are regularly exposed to this chemical. The National Toxicology Program has reported that workers who work with creosote have a greater chance of developing cancer that is fatal than the general population.
In an upcoming court case, railroad workers filed suit after being diagnosed with multiple myeloma. He claimed that work-related exposure to diesel exhaust and environmental dangers led to cancer. The court ruled that the plaintiff was aware of any potential dangers he might suffer from his work at the railroad, and could have found out about his injuries by conducting an extensive internet search before the diagnosis came in. Because he failed to do this, his class action lawsuit against union pacific railroad (click here for info) is time-barred.
In a different case the railroad workers cancer lawsuit was able to win a defense verdict in a lawsuit filed in Philadelphia County by a former railroad employee. The plaintiff claimed he was diagnosed with bladder cancer as a result of the exposure he had to secondhand smoke and other chemicals, like creosote and diesel exhaust.
Parker Waichman has also secured defense verdicts in the cases involving other types of cancers including prostate and lung cancer, brought by former railroad cancer lawsuit employees who claimed their cancers were caused by an exposure to toxic chemicals while working. The firm is ready to examine the facts of your case, and then explain your options.
Asbestos Exposure
Railroad employees could be exposed to asbestos during their employment. This is often the case when workers are handling railroad ties or repair or install railway equipment. Asbestos exposure can result in mesothelioma, lung cancer as well as other ailments.
Ronald K. Harris, the plaintiff in a lawsuit against CSX Transportation claims that he contracted multiple myeloma due to his job at the railroad. Harris according to the lawsuit, worked on a daily basis for CSX Transportation in its Laredo railroad lawsuits yard. As a result Harris breathed in "harmful toxic chemicals, agents, fumes and particles, and substances that include but are not restricted to diesel exhaust creosote, welding fumes, carbon monoxide and phenols. dioxins and heavy metals."
We successfully represented our clients in the trial of a jury that lasted two weeks, where it was alleged that repetitive lifting and bending during work as trackmen led to herniated disks in the lumbar region. This resulted in permanent disability of 25% that resulted in loss of wages and discomfort and pain. The railroad was not found to be negligent and the plaintiff received a modest award.
Environmental Exposure
railroad workers cancer lawsuit workers are exposed a number of different environmental chemicals. Depending on the kind of work they do, this exposure can cause health issues of a variety, including multiple myeloma. If you or a loved one has been diagnosed with multiple myeloma as due to work on the railroad, get in touch with Parker Waichman to discuss your options.
In a recent case railroad workers received $7.5 million from an appeals court after being diagnosed with myelodysplastic syndrome (MDS) and acute myeloid leukemia. He sued two major railways for claiming that exposure to diesel exhaust and asbestos caused his health issues.
The railroads filed an appeal for summary judgment in which they claimed that at the time of the plaintiff's diagnosis, it was aware of the circumstances and causes of his injury. The court ruled in favor of the railroads' motion, concluding that plaintiff failed to conduct a reasonable inquiry into whether or not his health condition was related to his railroad work.
In the courtroom the plaintiff presented expert testimony from an industrial hygienist and epidemiologists. The expert witnesses claimed Harris's myeloma was the result of his exposure to diesel exhaust. In support of this claim the expert witness cited various studies that showed a correlation between certain types of cancers and diesel exhaust. However, no credible scientist has ever concluded that diesel exhaust is the cause of multiple myeloma.
Under FELA railroad workers are able to file lawsuits to recover compensation for their injuries. To be successful, the injured person must prove the railroad was negligent in causing the injury.
The evidence presented in the trial included testimony from an toxicologist, who relied on various studies and relative risk factors to establish Harris's myeloma was caused by his exposure to diesel exhaust.
Benzene Exposure
Benzene is linked to several hematopoietic tumors that include Acute Myeloid Leukemia(AML), Acute Non-Lymphocytic Leukemia(ANLL) and Multiple Myeloma. According to the International Agency for Research on Cancer, benzene is a Group 1 Carcinogen. This chemical is found in diesel fumes, Class Action Lawsuit Against Union Pacific Railroad and railroad workers are exposed to it.
Moreover, some railroad workers are also exposed to benzene via cleaning products such as Safety-Kleen or CRC. These kinds of cleaning agents typically contain a kind of benzene referred to as methylbenzene. The methylbenzene converts to a chemical known as dioxin when it comes in contact with water. Dioxins are a group of substances that can lead to various serious health issues including lung cancer.
Parker Waichman has successfully represented many railroad workers in personal injury cases against their employers under FELA. For instance an award was made by a jury to an ex- Chicago and North Western Railroad Cancer Lawsuit Settlements worker $7.5 million for his diagnosis of acute myeloid leukemia following years of exposure to chemicals and solvents while working.
Another case involved one plaintiff who was diagnosed with multiple myeloma after working as a railroad signal maintenance engineer for several years. He claimed his condition was caused by exposure to diesel exhaust and benzene exposure he experienced during his job. BNSF filed an appeal to dismiss the summary judgment before the trial began based on the premise that plaintiff knew or should have had the knowledge that his cancer was caused by exposure to chemicals and environmental hazards while working for the railroad.
Creosote Exposure
Creosote, a toxic chemical used to preserve wood is linked to several cancers including skin cancer and scrotal cancer. Railroad workers working on the maintenance and repair of railway ties are regularly exposed to this chemical. The National Toxicology Program has reported that workers who work with creosote have a greater chance of developing cancer that is fatal than the general population.
In an upcoming court case, railroad workers filed suit after being diagnosed with multiple myeloma. He claimed that work-related exposure to diesel exhaust and environmental dangers led to cancer. The court ruled that the plaintiff was aware of any potential dangers he might suffer from his work at the railroad, and could have found out about his injuries by conducting an extensive internet search before the diagnosis came in. Because he failed to do this, his class action lawsuit against union pacific railroad (click here for info) is time-barred.
In a different case the railroad workers cancer lawsuit was able to win a defense verdict in a lawsuit filed in Philadelphia County by a former railroad employee. The plaintiff claimed he was diagnosed with bladder cancer as a result of the exposure he had to secondhand smoke and other chemicals, like creosote and diesel exhaust.
Parker Waichman has also secured defense verdicts in the cases involving other types of cancers including prostate and lung cancer, brought by former railroad cancer lawsuit employees who claimed their cancers were caused by an exposure to toxic chemicals while working. The firm is ready to examine the facts of your case, and then explain your options.
Asbestos Exposure
Railroad employees could be exposed to asbestos during their employment. This is often the case when workers are handling railroad ties or repair or install railway equipment. Asbestos exposure can result in mesothelioma, lung cancer as well as other ailments.
Ronald K. Harris, the plaintiff in a lawsuit against CSX Transportation claims that he contracted multiple myeloma due to his job at the railroad. Harris according to the lawsuit, worked on a daily basis for CSX Transportation in its Laredo railroad lawsuits yard. As a result Harris breathed in "harmful toxic chemicals, agents, fumes and particles, and substances that include but are not restricted to diesel exhaust creosote, welding fumes, carbon monoxide and phenols. dioxins and heavy metals."
We successfully represented our clients in the trial of a jury that lasted two weeks, where it was alleged that repetitive lifting and bending during work as trackmen led to herniated disks in the lumbar region. This resulted in permanent disability of 25% that resulted in loss of wages and discomfort and pain. The railroad was not found to be negligent and the plaintiff received a modest award.
Environmental Exposure
railroad workers cancer lawsuit workers are exposed a number of different environmental chemicals. Depending on the kind of work they do, this exposure can cause health issues of a variety, including multiple myeloma. If you or a loved one has been diagnosed with multiple myeloma as due to work on the railroad, get in touch with Parker Waichman to discuss your options.
In a recent case railroad workers received $7.5 million from an appeals court after being diagnosed with myelodysplastic syndrome (MDS) and acute myeloid leukemia. He sued two major railways for claiming that exposure to diesel exhaust and asbestos caused his health issues.
The railroads filed an appeal for summary judgment in which they claimed that at the time of the plaintiff's diagnosis, it was aware of the circumstances and causes of his injury. The court ruled in favor of the railroads' motion, concluding that plaintiff failed to conduct a reasonable inquiry into whether or not his health condition was related to his railroad work.
In the courtroom the plaintiff presented expert testimony from an industrial hygienist and epidemiologists. The expert witnesses claimed Harris's myeloma was the result of his exposure to diesel exhaust. In support of this claim the expert witness cited various studies that showed a correlation between certain types of cancers and diesel exhaust. However, no credible scientist has ever concluded that diesel exhaust is the cause of multiple myeloma.
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