Multiple Myeloma Caused by Railroad WorkUnder FELA railroad workers can sue to obtain compensation for injuries. To be successful, the injured worker must prove that the railroad was negligent in causing injury.The evidence presented at the trial included testimony of toxicologist who relied on different studies and their relative risks to establish that Harris's multi myeloma had been caused by his exposure diesel exhaust.Benzene ExposureBenzene exposure is associated with a range of hematopoietic tumors which include Acute Myeloid Leukemia (AML), Acute Non-Lymphocytic Leukemia (ANLL) and Multiple Myeloma. According to the International Agency for Research on Cancer (IARC) the chemical it is classified as a Group 1 carcinogen. This chemical can be found in diesel fumes, and many railroad workers are frequently exposed to it.Furthermore, some railroad employees are also exposed to benzene by using cleaning products such as Safety-Kleen or CRC. These cleaning agents contain a specific benzene known as methylbenzene. When methylbenzene is in contact with water, it's transformed into a chemical called dioxin. Dioxins belong to a group of substances that can lead to many serious health issues, including lung cancer.Parker Waichman has successfully represented numerous railroad workers in personal injury lawsuits against their employers under FELA. A jury handed down $7.5 million to an ex Chicago and North Western Railroad employee diagnosed with acute myeloid cancer following years of exposure.Another instance involved one plaintiff who was diagnosed with myeloma after working as a railroad signal maintenance engineer for a period of time. The plaintiff claimed that his condition was caused by exposure to diesel exhaust and benzene he had experienced on the job. acute myeloid leukemia lawsuit filed an appeal to dismiss the summary judgment before the trial began on the theory plaintiff knew or should've been aware that his cancer was a result of exposure to environmental hazards and chemicals while working for the railroad.Creosote ExposureA poisonous chemical that is used as a wood preservative, creosote has been linked to various cancers including skin and scrotal cancer. Railroad workers who were involved in the maintenance and repair of railway ties can be exposed to this substance. pulmonary fibrosis lawsuit has reported that workers who work with creosote have a higher risk of developing cancer that is fatal than the general population.In the recent court case, a railroad worker sued after being diagnosed with multiple myeloma. He claimed that his work-related exposure to diesel exhaust and environmental hazards caused cancer. The judge decided that the plaintiff was aware of the possibility of dangers posed by his work in the railroad and could have found out about his injury by conducting a fairly thorough internet search at the time that he was diagnosed. The plaintiff did not take the necessary steps and his claim is now barred.In a separate case, the railroad was successful in defending a decision in a suit filed in Philadelphia County by a former railroad employee. The plaintiff claimed he developed bladder cancer as a result of the exposure he received from secondhand smoke and other chemicals, such as creosote and diesel exhaust.Parker Waichman has also secured defense verdicts in cases that involve other types of cancers such as prostate and lung cancer, which was brought by former railroad employees who claimed their cancers were a result of years of exposure to toxic chemicals on the job. The firm is prepared to review your case's details and provide you with options.Asbestos ExposureAsbestos may pose a health risk for railroad employees. This can happen when workers are handling railroad ties or repair or install railway equipment. Asbestos is known to cause lung cancer, mesothelioma and other diseases.In a case brought against CSX Transportation, plaintiff Ronald K. Harris claims that he was diagnosed with multiple myeloma as a result of his employment with the railroad. According to the lawsuit, Harris worked for CSX Transportation at its Laredo rail yard on a regular basis. In the process Harris inhaled "harmful chemical substances, toxic chemicals, agents, fumes, particles, and other substances that include but are not limited to diesel exhaust creosote, welding fumes, carbon monoxide and phenols. dioxins, and heavy metals."We successfully defended our client during an two-week jury trial in which it was claimed that repetitive bending, lifting and twisting during the course of work caused herniated lumbar disks and a 25% permanent disability resulting in lost wages and suffering and pain. The railroad was not found to be negligent and the plaintiff received just a tiny amount.Environmental ExposureRailroad workers are exposed to various environmental chemicals. Based on the kind of work they do, this exposure can cause health issues of a variety including multiple myeloma. Contact Parker Waichman if you or a family member has been diagnosed with myeloma as a result of working on a railroad.In a recent case, an employee of a railroad was awarded $7.5 million by a jury after being diagnosed with acute myeloid leukemia and myelodysplastic Syndrome (MDS). He sued two major railroads, claiming that exposure to asbestos and diesel exhaust led to his health issues.The railroads filed a motion for summary judgement arguing that at the time of the plaintiff's diagnosis it was aware of the details and causes of the injury. The court agreed and granted the railroads' motion, concluding that the plaintiff failed to conduct a reasonable inquiry into whether or not his condition was connected to his railroad employment.In the courtroom the plaintiff presented expert testimony from an industrial hygiene specialist and epidemiologists. The expert witnesses said that Harris's myeloma may be the result of his exposure to diesel exhaust. The expert witness cited various studies to support this assertion. lung cancer lawsuit from smoking proved that there was a link between diesel exhaust and certain types of cancers. But, no reputable scientist has ever claimed that diesel exhaust is the reason of multiple myeloma.