Revision as of 10:44, 6 June 2023 by 46.102.159.14 (talk) (Created page with "Laryngeal Cancer and Railroad Settlement<br /><br />Asbestos, diesel exhaust, and other harmful substances pose a risk to railroad employees. If you've contracted cancer or ot...")(diff) ← Older revision | Latest revision (diff) | Newer revision → (diff)Laryngeal Cancer and Railroad SettlementAsbestos, diesel exhaust, and other harmful substances pose a risk to railroad employees. If you've contracted cancer or other illness that you suspect is linked to your job in the railroad industry get in touch with an experienced FELA lawyer.If your cancer is growing and you have to undergo surgery to remove your larynx (laryngectomy) You may be eligible for speech and therapy for speech. injury settlements may also have a voice prosthesis implanted in order to assist you in speaking.CompensationThe Federal Employers Liability Act (FELA) allows railroad workers to file lawsuits directly against their employer when they can prove they were exposed to asbestos or other dangerous chemicals while at work. Many times, these toxic exposures can cause serious side consequences, such as cancer and other diseases. While lung cancer is the most well-known ailment associated with rail working, other ailments can be traced back to years of working in the industry.If a worker is deemed with a condition that is related to their job, they may require costly medical treatment. They can also suffer from financial hardships and lost wages.A settlement for cancer on the railroad may be able to help pay for these costs. However union pacific lawsuit settlements could be less than the person is entitled to receive. An experienced lawyer who has handled railroad-related injuries can assess the settlement offer to make sure that it meets the needs of a victim.Doran & Murphy successfully represented an engine from the past who developed laryngeal carcinoma after years of exposure to toxic chemicals. In his time, the plaintiff sprayed creosote as well as used degreasing chemicals on trains, as well as handled silica sand, fuel that was contaminated, and asbestos. The plaintiff alleged that these exposures led to his cancer and other chronic diseases. He was awarded $7.5 Million in damages.Legal RepresentationIn the 19th and 20th century, railroaders faced dangerous work conditions which put them at risk of accidents like derailments or collisions. Workers were also exposed to harmful substances like asbestos and diesel exhaust. If these exposures resulted in an illness the person who was exposed and their family may be entitled to compensation.Railroad workers who contract cancer should consult with an experienced lawyer for railroads to discuss their options. They shouldn't wait for the statute of limitations to expire. If their cancer is connected to their work-related exposure the patient could be awarded substantial compensation.For example in a case filed by Doran & Murphy on behalf of an engineer who was a former Locomotive Engineer with the Grand Trunk Railway, a jury granted damages of $872,000, concluding that exposure of the railroad to diesel fumes and asbestos contributed to his cancer of the throat. The verdict was not made taking into account the engineer's past history of smoking cigarettes, because it was evident from the evidence that the exposure to diesel fumes as well as asbestos at work was the main cause of his illness.Case histories are provided by the Hughes Law Offices to inform readers about the current court rulings and facts. Mesothelioma settlements listed in this section were not handled by the Hughes Law Offices, unless noted. Visit our Verdicts & Settlements Page to find out more about the verdicts or settlements that were obtained in these cases.