Non-Hodgkin's lymphoma lawsuit - Causes of Lung Cancer and Mesothelioma
Railroad workers are exposed to a wide range of hazardous chemicals, dusts and fumes. Some illnesses among railroad workers are fatal.
We secured an appeals verdict in the Court of Common Pleas of Philadelphia County, Pennsylvania for our client in an FELA asbestos and diesel exhaust case. The plaintiff claimed that he was diagnosed with lung cancer as a consequence of his exposure to asbestos and diesel exhaust during his railroad employment.
Lung Cancer
Rail workers are exposed to toxic chemicals like diesel exhaust, solvents, and welding fumes. Inhaling these chemicals can lead to serious health issues, such as lung cancer. Lung cancer is a fatal disease and is the most frequent illness among former railroad workers.
Exposure to workplace toxins may result in other ailments that include chronic obstructive lung disease (COPD). COPD symptoms include breathlessness as well as coughing and wheezing as well as weight loss. COPD is triggered by exposure to chemical fumes from work which includes diesel fumes. Symptoms may worsen with age.
A railroad COPD lawyer might be able help injured workers get compensation for medical expenses, suffering. In some instances, an injured worker can receive a lump-sum payment for their damages.
Jackson and Brown attorneys successfully represented their railroad client in a lawsuit that was filed in Albany, NY. The lawsuit was filed by a former railroad employee who claimed to have developed leukemia following his time working for three railroads from 1975 and 2007. Plaintiff sought damages under the Federal Employers Liability Act. The Court granted a summary judgment in favor of the railroad client and dismissed the case.
Mesothelioma
Mesothelioma is a rare, but fatal form of cancer that affects the tissues that surround organs. It is typically a malignant tumor that could cause life-threatening complications such as lung failure, respiratory distress or even a collapsed lung. Mesothelioma can be found in three different types which include epithelial (epidermal) and sarcomatoid (sarcoma) and biphasic (mixed).
The type of mesothelioma that is diagnosed determines how long patients are expected to live. Epithelial mesothelioma sufferers have a higher survival rate than those with sarcomatoid, or mixed type. Mesothelioma affecting the abdominal wall or peritoneal area generally has a shorter duration, however some patients live longer than the median.
Mesothelioma is one of the cancers that affects railroad workers. They may seek compensation for medical expenses along with lost wages and pain and suffering. They may also seek compensation for funeral expenses and emotional distress. A lawyer for railroad lawsuits will assist victims in obtaining the financial compensation they deserve.
Obtained a defense verdict in the Court of Common Pleas of Philadelphia County for Class I railroad client in a FELA case where plaintiff alleged that he had developed colon cancer due to the exposure to diesel exhaust, second hand smoke and creosote in his 40 years of railroad service. The case involved extensive scientific, medical and factual evidence. The jury was unanimous in finding that there was no breach of the Federal Employers' Liability Act and the Locomotive Inspection Act.
Colorectal Cancer
Railroad workers may develop many illnesses that are related to their work. Lung cancer could be the most frequent illness that affects railroad workers but there are other diseases and conditions which can be related to exposure to smoke from diesel engines or secondhand exhaust. If you've developed one of these diseases, a train accident lawyer can help you file an appeal under FELA to recover your economic and non-economic losses.
In a case that took place in Philadelphia County, we successfully defended a claim brought by an individual who claimed the development of chronic myeloidleukemia ("CML") as a result of exposure to diesel exhaust and benzene during his career as a railroad worker. The jury ruled in favor of the defense following an eight-week trial.
In an New York case, we obtained summary judgement on behalf of the railroad defendant. An ex-railroad employee claimed that he developed cancer of the bladder as a result to his exposure to certain substances during his railroad employment. We argued and the court ruled that the plaintiff had earlier waived his right to pursue this claim when signing a release 1996 following a prior suit which claimed a different type of exposure.
Head Cancer
Railroad workers are exposed to various cancer-causing chemicals that cause cancer, including asbestos and diesel exhaust. These harmful fumes contain microscopic pieces that can penetrate into the lung tissue. They are a typical cause of chronic illnesses like COPD. COPD is known for its shortness of breath, coughing, wheezing. It can also cause weight loss and difficulty sleeping.
To prove that a respiratory condition like COPD and COPD, has caused economic and non-economic damages you must prove both. A qualified lawyer can explain the different types of damages available in this type of situation during a complimentary one-on-one consultation.
Railroad COPD cases usually result in lung cancer claims as well. Our firm's experienced lung attorneys can guide clients through the process of submitting a successful FELA claim for lung cancer that is caused by exposure to toxins from work.
We were able to secure favorable trial court decisions and a minimal jury award for our client who sustained injuries in 2017 due to the Hyndman train derailment in Pennsylvania which resulted in the release of vinyl chloride. The client claimed that he required medical attention due to the risk of developing cancer which is an acceptable claim under FELA.
We obtained summary judgment in two cases that involved railroad workers who developed COPD after working for several years in a yard for railroads. The court ruled that plaintiffs of 2017's lawsuits are barred as they failed to conduct a fair internet search to find information about their condition or its connection to their railroad job.