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Railroad Lawsuit - Leukemia Caused by Benzene

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

The plaintiff's job required him to work with creosote-coated equipment and ties. He claimed that he was covered from head to toe by the chemical.

Benzene

Benzene is among the dangerous chemicals found to cause cancer. It is a carcinogen and is found in diesel fumes/exhaust that railroad workers are exposed to regularly. Exposure to benzene has been associated to myelodysplastic syndrome (MDS) as well as Hodgkin's Lymphoma and acute leukemia as well as other blood cancers.

Railroad workers are frequently exposed to a range of carcinogens when on the job, including creosote and diesel exhaust. Although many railway employees are eligible for workers' compensation, these benefits may not cover all of the costs and losses of a victim. A benzene lawsuit against a railroad can aid plaintiffs in recovering damages not covered by workers' compensation.

The widow of railroad worker John Thompson recently won a settlement involving benzene for wrongful deaths against his employer. John Thompson was an employee in maintenance of ways for the Chicago and North Western Railroad and the Union Pacific Railroad between 1976 until 2008. He was exposed to a variety of petroleum solvents including creosote containing benzene, coal tar distilates, naphtha and paint strippers. Throughout his career, John suffered from multiple types of cancer, including one type of leukemia referred to as myelodysplastic. He died in November 2009 from this type of cancer. The settlement awarded by jury was $7 million. This amount covers a substantial portion of his medical costs as well as lost income and pain and suffering.

Creosote

Creosote is a mixture of chemicals, including dioxin pentachlorophenol as well as polycyclic hydrocarbons. Long-term exposure to creosote can cause irritation of the respiratory tract. Long-term exposure to creosote has been linked to skin cancer and an illness similar in its nature to acute myeloid lymphoma.

Creosote is able to enter the body via the lungs, the stomach and intestines, when the food is contaminated or drinking water that is contaminated or by contact with the skin. It is quickly absorbed through the skin. The exposure can cause damage to the liver, kidneys, gastrointestinal tract and central nervous system. The toxic mix can be absorbed by the eye and trigger a range of illnesses.

Rail workers are exposed to a wide range of hazardous chemicals at their workplace. When toxic substances cause harm to them, they should receive compensation from their employers. Contact our dedicated railroad injury lawyers to discuss your case.

Hull the town, which is a tiny Florida town, was once home to an old railroad company which used coal-tar creosote wood to protect against insects and waterproof railroad ties made of wood. When the company was bought by CSX several years ago the chemicals grew to infect the property around it. Residents are seeking to sue CSX for contamination of their homes and drinking water. EPA Administrator Regan visited the region to gain more information about the situation. Residents say that contaminated drinking water close to the UPRR plant can cause childhood leukemia as well as other health issues.

Asbestos

The use of asbestos to create railroad materials was common throughout the years. Asbestos dust posed a risk for railroad workers who worked near steam trains and in repair shops. The asbestos particles are usually brought home by workers who wear their clothes and hair. This exposes their families to the harmful substance.

Despite the dangers of asbestos exposure, many railroad companies did not recognize or even deny its potential to harm workers' health for decades. Railroad workers who were diagnosed with asbestos-related cancer later in life were not given the proper compensation from their employers.

Asbestos lawsuits differ from other claims for workers' compensation because of their complexities. Railroad workers could be able to seek compensation under the Federal Employers' Liability Act (FELA). FELA is a different way to traditional laws governing workers' compensation. FELA allows railroad employees with asbestos-related ailments to file a claim if they can prove their employer's negligence is the cause of their illness.

The plaintiffs in this case claim that the railroad contaminated the Fifth Ward area with dangerous chemicals and failed to clean up its aftermath. People who lived in the community at the time of the contamination suffered from a range of health issues that include throat and lung cancer asthma, lung cancer, and other respiratory illnesses. They also suffered the loss of property value because of the contamination.

Lead

Rail workers may be exposed to various carcinogenic substances, fumes and chemicals. These harmful chemicals are known to cause leukemia and other fatal illnesses in workers. These exposures are often due to railroad negligence.

Railroad workers are frequently exposed to diesel exhaust, welding fumes asbestos, silica, and asbestos among other toxins.  bnsf lawsuit  could cause 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 blood and bone marrow disorders is benzene exposure. Benzene, a colorless liquid that is flammable and able to evaporate into air, is a compound that can cause leukemia. It is used in various industrial processes, and it can be found in low concentrations in the natural environment. Benzene is also found in gasoline as well as other products. Exposure to benzene, especially when inhaled or consumed can have a number of health risks.

If you have worked on a train or in the industry of railroads, and you have contracted a serious disease such as leukemia, as a result of negligence on the part of your employer and/or negligence, you should contact Napoli Shkolnik for a free case review. We can help you get compensation for medical expenses, lost income and other damages. Our attorneys are passionate about helping Texans who have been injured.