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Railroad Lawsuit - Leukemia Caused by Benzene

A railroad worker who developed leukemia after exposure to toxic chemicals was awarded $7.5 million in a verdict of a jury. He worked for two different railroad companies, and was exposed to Benzene which is carcinogen.

The plaintiff's work required him to handle creosote-coated ties as well as equipment. He claimed that the chemical was frequently covering his entire body from head to toe.

Benzene

The chemical Benzene is among many dangerous chemicals that have been proven to cause cancer. It is a carcinogen and is present in diesel exhaust that railroad workers are exposed to regularly. Exposure to benzene is associated with myelodysplastic Syndrome (MDS), Hodgkin's lymphoma and acute leukemia along with other blood cancers.

Railroad workers are typically exposed to a variety of carcinogens while working on the job, such as creosote and diesel exhaust. While a majority of railway workers receive workers' compensation, the benefits may not cover all the costs and losses of a victim. A benzene lawsuit against a railroad can help plaintiffs recover damages that aren't covered by workers' compensation.

The widow of railroad worker John Thompson won a benzene settlement against his employer. Her husband was a maintenance of way employee who worked for the Chicago and North Western Railroad as well as the Union Pacific Railroad from 1976 until 2008. He endured chronic exposures to various solvents from petroleum that included benzene-laden creosote naphtha, coal tar distillates carbolineum, paint strippers. During his career, John suffered from multiple forms of cancer, including one type of leukemia called myelodysplastic syndrome. He died in November 2009 of this condition. The settlement awarded by the jury was $7 million. The amount is a large portion of his medical costs as well as the loss of income and pain and suffering.

Creosote

Creosote is a mixture of chemicals, including dioxin, pentachlorophenol as well as polycyclic hydrocarbons. Long-term exposure to the gaseous components of the chemicals 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 may enter the body via the lungs, the stomach and intestines when the food is contaminated or drinking contaminated water, or when it comes into contact with the skin. It is absorbed rapidly through the skin. The exposure to this mixture could cause damage to the kidneys, liver and central nervous system. The toxic mix can be absorbed via the eye and cause a range of illnesses.

Railroad workers are exposed many hazardous chemicals at their workplaces. If these toxic chemicals cause them harm they are entitled to compensation from their employers. Contact our dedicated railroad injury lawyers to discuss your case.

The tiny Florida town of Hull was once home to a railroad company that treated wood with coal-tar creosote in order to preserve, waterproof and insectproof wooden railroad ties. When CSX bought the company years ago the chemicals spread and contaminated the land around. Residents are suing CSX over the contamination of their drinking water and homes. EPA Administrator Regan visited the area to get more information about the situation. Residents claim that drinking water contaminated near the UPRR facility have been linked to the development of leukemia among children and other health issues.

Asbestos

The use of asbestos to create railroad materials was commonplace over the years. Many railroad workers were exposed to dangerous asbestos dust as they worked in steam trains, around them or in repair shops. The asbestos particles are usually taken home by employees on their clothing and hair. They expose their families to the harmful substance.

Despite the dangers of asbestos exposure, railroad companies have been ignoring or denying this for many years. Railroad workers who were diagnosed with asbestos-related cancer later in life did not receive adequate compensation from their employer.

Asbestos lawsuits differ from other workers' compensation claims due to their complexity. Railroad workers may be able to claim compensation through the Federal Employers Liability Act (FELA). FELA is an 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 was the cause of their injury.

The plaintiffs in this case claim that the railroad had contaminated the Fifth Ward area with dangerous chemicals and did not remove the traces of the contamination. Residents of the community at the time of the contamination suffered from a variety of health issues including throat and lung cancer, asthma, and other respiratory illnesses. The contamination also led to an increase in the value of property.

Lead

Rail workers are exposed diverse carcinogenic chemicals, fumes and chemicals. These harmful chemicals are known to cause leukemia as well as other fatal illnesses in workers. A lot of these exposures result of negligence on the part of railroad workers.

Rail workers are exposed many toxins, including diesel exhaust, welding fumes and asbestos. These exposures may lead to lung cancer bladder and esophageal carcinomas kidney cancer, as well as other types of leukemia.

One primary cause of leukemia and other bone marrow and blood disorders is benzene exposure. The colorless, flammable liquid that has the ability to evaporate into the air. It is utilized in many industrial processes and is present in small amounts in the surrounding environment. It is also found in gasoline and other products. Exposure to benzene may have detrimental effects on the body, especially when it is inhaled or ingested.

Contact Napoli Shkolnik to receive a free evaluation of your case if you worked in a train or railway and were diagnosed with a serious disease like leukemia due to the negligence of your employer.  pulmonary fibrosis lawsuit  will help you recover compensation for medical treatment, lost income and other damages. Our attorneys are experienced and committed to helping Texans that have suffered injuries or were wronged.