17 Reasons Why You Should Beware Of Railroad Lawsuit Cll
Railroad Lawsuit - Causes of Lung Cancer and Mesothelioma
Railroad workers are exposed to a variety of dangerous substances, dusts, and fumes. Some of the illnesses that affect railroad workers can be fatal.
In the FELA asbestos case, we secured a defense jury verdict for our client at the Court of Common Pleas of Philadelphia County in Pennsylvania. The claimant claimed that he had developed lung carcinoma as a result of his exposures to asbestos and diesel exhaust during his railroad employment.
Lung Cancer
Rail workers are exposed to toxic chemicals, such as diesel exhaust, solvents, and welding fumes. These inhalable chemicals can cause serious health issues, such as lung cancer. Lung cancer can be fatal and is the most common illness among former railroad workers.
Exposure to workplace toxins may cause other health issues that include chronic obstructive lung disease (COPD). The symptoms of COPD include breathing problems, coughing and wheezing, shortness of breath and weight loss. COPD can be caused by prolonged exposure to dust in the workplace and chemical fumes, including diesel fumes and smoke from idling locomotives. The symptoms can get worse with the onset of.
A railroad COPD lawyer may be able to help injured workers obtain compensation for medical expenses as well as suffering. In some cases the injured worker could receive a lump sum amount of money for his or her losses.
Jackson and Brown attorneys successfully represented their railroad client in a matter that was filed in Albany, NY. The claim was filed by an ex-railroad employee who claimed to have developed leukemia after working for three railroads from 1975 and 2007. Plaintiff sought damages under the Federal Employers Liability Act. The Court granted summary judgment in favor of the railroad client and dismissed the case.
Mesothelioma
Mesothelioma is an uncommon and deadly cancer that affects tissues surrounding organs and is a type of cancer that can be fatal. It is generally malignant tumors that can cause life-threatening complications such as lung failure, respiratory distress or even collapsed lung. Mesothelioma is found in three distinct kinds which include epithelial (epidermal), the sarcomatoid (sarcoma) and biphasic type (mixed).
The type of mesothelioma diagnosed will determine how long a patient can be expected to live. Epithelial mesothelioma can have a higher survival rate than sarcomatoid or mixed types. Mesothelioma that is affecting the abdominal wall, peritoneal, or typically has a shorter expectation, however, some patients live longer than the median.
Mesothelioma is one of the cancers that affects railroad workers. They can seek compensation for medical expenses, lost wages and suffering. They may also seek compensation for funeral expenses and emotional distress. A qualified railroad attorney copd lawyer can help victims obtain the financial compensation they need.
Obtained a defense verdict in the Court of Common Pleas of Philadelphia County for a Class I railroad client in a FELA case where the plaintiff claimed that he developed colon cancer as a result of exposure to diesel exhaust as well as second hand smoke and creosote in his 40 years of railroad work. A wide range of medical and scientific testimony was presented. The jury voted unanimously verdict finding no negligence and no violation of the Federal Employers' Liability Act or Locomotive Inspection Act.
union pacific railroad lawsuits are susceptible to various ailments that can be related to their work. Lung cancer is perhaps the most familiar disease related to railroad work, however there are other ailments and diseases that are linked to long-term exposure to asbestos, diesel exhaust or secondhand smoke. A train accident lawyer can assist you if you've been diagnosed with any of these ailments and wish to file a claim for economic and non-economic damages under the FELA.
In a case in Philadelphia County, we successfully defended an action filed by an individual who claimed he was suffering from chronic myeloid lymphoma ("CML") due to exposure to diesel exhaust and/or benzene during his time as railroad worker. The jury returned a verdict in defense following a two-week trial.
In a case involving a lawsuit filed in New York, we obtained summary judgment on behalf of railroad defendants in which an ex-railroad employee claimed that he contracted bladder cancer due to exposure to a variety of chemicals in his employment at the railroad. We argued and the court agreed that the plaintiff had earlier given up the right to pursue this claim when signing a release 1996 following a suit in which he claimed a different form of exposure.
Head Cancer
Railroad workers are exposed a variety of cancer-causing chemicals, including diesel exhaust and asbestos. These harmful fumes contain microscopic pieces that can penetrate into the lung tissue. They are a common cause of chronic diseases such as COPD. COPD is known for its shortness of breath, coughing, wheezing. It can also cause weight loss and difficulty sleeping.
In order to prove that a respiratory issue like COPD, has caused economic and non-economic damages you must prove both. A skilled lawyer can discuss the types of damages available for this type of situation during a complimentary one-on-one consultation.
Lung cancer is a common factor in COPD cases for railroad workers. Our firm's lung attorneys are skilled in helping clients file a successful FELA case for lung cancer caused by exposure to toxic substances at work.
We were able to preserve favorable trial court decisions, and also a low jury award for our client, who suffered injuries in 2017 due to the Hyndman train derailment in Pennsylvania that resulted in the release vinyl chloride. The client claimed he required medical attention due to the worry of developing cancer which is a valid claim under FELA.
We obtained summary judgments in two cases in which railroad workers were diagnosed with COPD over a period of time working in a yard for railroads. The court ruled that the plaintiffs of 2017's lawsuits were not time-barred because they did not conduct a fair search on the internet for information regarding their condition and its connection to their railroad job.