Revision as of 20:58, 8 June 2023 by 46.102.158.206 (talk) (Created page with "Kidney Cancer and Railroad Settlement<br /><br />Every day, railroad employees transport people and cargo to their destinations. Every day, they are exposed to dangerous chemi...")(diff) ← Older revision | Latest revision (diff) | Newer revision → (diff)Kidney Cancer and Railroad SettlementEvery day, railroad employees transport people and cargo to their destinations. Every day, they are exposed to dangerous chemicals.Greger asked what caused his kidney cancer and was told that his doctors didn't know. A reasonable inquiry would not have revealed a link between his exposures to the railroad and the diagnosis of kidney cancer.Brain DamageWhen railroad workers are exposed to toxic fumes, the chemicals could enter their bloodstream and travel to their brains. railroad settlement is known as toxic encephalopathy, and it can cause brain damage that affects the ability of a person's brain to think.Memory loss, fatigue and difficulties concentrating are all symptoms of toxic encephalopathy. Untreated brain damage can lead to permanent disability or even death.Exposed to diesel fumes, welding fumes, silica dust and asbestos is often the root causes of long-term health problems in railroad workers. Numerous lawsuits have been filed, and a large amount of money was awarded to the families of victims.Although lung cancer is the most frequent diagnosis among railroad workers, other diseases have been linked with railroad work, such as kidney cancer and leukemia. Napoli Shkolnik's lawyers can review your claim to determine if it's appropriate for settlement.Our lawyers can assist you to file a lawsuit under the Federal Employers' Liability Act (FELA). The law was enacted in 1908, and gives railroad employees the right to sue their employers for injuries related to their jobs. Our FELA lawyers can estimate possible settlements with railroads to cover medical expenses loss of income, pain and suffering, and the wrongful death damages. Contact us today for a free review of your case.Kidney CancerRailroad workers are at a higher risk of developing kidney cancer due to long-term exposure to diesel exhaust, asbestos and other toxic substances like welding fumes and silica. These carcinogens can also cause other illnesses, like lung cancer and leukemia. Under the Federal Employers Liability Act (FELA) that was passed in 1908, railroad workers are entitled to sue their employers if they are diagnosed with an illness caused by their job.If railroad settlement of the kidney spreads to other parts of your body such as the lungs or organs, you might require chemotherapy. You could also benefit from targeted therapy, which makes use of drugs to combat cancer. These drugs are targeted to target specific proteins, genes or the tissue environment that contribute to cancer growth and survival.If your cancer has not grown into a tumor, you might be eligible for active surveillance. In this scenario your doctor will observe symptoms to check for signs of cancer returning. Other local treatments include radiofrequency ablation, cryoablation, or radiation. If the cancer returns you could undergo surgery to remove it. For metastatic clear-cell kidney cancer, you can be treated with tyrosine inhibitors such as axitinib (Inlyta) and Cabozantinib (Cabometyx) or pazopanib (Votrient) or lenvatinib (Lenvima). These drugs help block the vascular growth factor (VEGF) and reduce the growth of tumors.Lung CancerRailroad workers face a high chance of developing lung cancer, especially non-small cell lung cancers such squamous cancer and adenocarcinoma. Railroad workers are at risk of developing lung cancer due to exposure to harmful chemicals and toxic substances like welding fumes, diesel exhaust asbestos, silica, and asbestos.Exposure to these toxins can cause respiratory diseases such as fibrosis and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). These diseases can lead to lung cancer. It could be diagnosed at stage one and then stages two to four. When a cancer diagnosis is confirmed, medical doctors use a technique known as staging to determine where the tumor is located and how far it has spread. Staging allows them to prescribe the most effective treatment.Rail workers are at higher than average risk of developing lung cancer. This is due in part to long-term exposure to diesel exhaust herbicides, coal dust and engine oil. Railroad employees are also exposed to other carcinogens, such as benzene. Benzene is found in crude oil and in the exhaust of locomotives.Contact Napoli Shkolnik as soon as you've been diagnosed with an illness or disease that is life-threatening as a result your railroad work. million settlement can help you understand the Federal Employers Liability Act of 1908 and explain how it works. Railroad employees who have been diagnosed with a cancer or other health condition may sue under FELA to recover compensation for medical bills, loss of income and suffering.LeukemiaThe railroads are vital for the economy of our country, bringing tons of freight and millions of passengers. In many instances, however, railway workers are exposed to dangerous materials that put them at risk of developing numerous types of cancer and other severe illnesses. Under the Federal Employers Liability Act (FELA) both former and current railroad employees diagnosed with an illness that can be traced back to exposures at work may be eligible for financial compensation.In September 2016 the jury in September 2016 gave $7.5 Million to a former Union Pacific Railroad worker who contracted leukemia. The man claims exposure to toxic chemicals, such as creosote, and degreasing substances, without adequate protection during his 40 years in the railroad industry. He claims his exposures caused melanodysplastic syndrome to develop and then later to progress to acute myeloidleukemia. In addition to his blood cancer, he suffered from bad eyesight and pain in his legs and feet, weight gain due to his medications, graft versus host disease, impotence and memory loss.It is not uncommon for railroad workers to be diagnosed with kidney cancer as well as other cancers that can be attributable to exposure to welding fumes, diesel exhaust, silica, solvents, engine oil, herbicides, second hand smoke, and other carcinogens. Railroad workers can file lawsuits for occupational diseases such as mesothelioma, under the FELA laws, which were created in 1908. If you or someone you love has been diagnosed with an illness that is traceable to your work on the railroad it is imperative to consult a knowledgeable railway lawyer as soon as possible.