Railroad Lawsuit - Causes of Lung Cancer and MesotheliomaRailroad workers are exposed of dangerous substances, dusts, and fumes. Some illnesses that affect railroad workers can be 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 result of his exposure to asbestos and diesel exhaust during his time working for the railroad.Lung CancerRailroad workers are exposed to harmful chemicals such as diesel exhaust solvents, fuels, solvents and welding fumes. These inhalable chemicals can cause serious health issues, including lung cancer. Lung cancer can be fatal and is the most common disease among former railroad workers.Exposure to workplace toxins can cause other health issues such as chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). Leukemia lawsuit include shortness of breath and difficulty breathing, coughing and wheezing as well as weight loss. COPD is triggered by exposure to chemical fumes at work such as diesel fumes. The symptoms can become more severe as you age. Bladder cancer lawsuit may be able to help injured workers get compensation for medical expenses as well as suffering. In some instances injured workers can get a lump-sum settlement to cover their damages.In a case that was commenced in Albany, NY, Jackson and Brown attorneys successfully represented an railroad client in an action brought by an ex-employee alleging that the cancer was caused by leukemia after working for three different railroads from 1975 until 2007. Plaintiff claimed damages under the Federal Employers Liability Act. The Court dismissed the case and granted summary judgment to the railroad client.MesotheliomaMesothelioma is a rare, but fatal form of cancer that affects the tissues that surround organs. It is usually malignant tumors that can cause life-threatening complications such as respiratory distress, lung failure or even collapsed lung. Mesothelioma comes in three different types that include epithelial (epidermal), the sarcomatoid (sarcoma) and biphasic type (mixed).The mesothelioma type that is diagnosed determines the length of time patients are expected to live. Patients with epithelial mesothelioma have a higher rate of survival over those with sarcomatoid and mixed type. Patients diagnosed with mesothelioma of peritoneal wall or abdominal cavity generally have lower life expectancies, although some people survive longer than the median.Railroad workers who are diagnosed with mesothelioma are entitled to compensation for medical expenses and lost wages, as well as pain and suffering funeral expenses and emotional stress. A railroad lawsuit lawyer can assist victims in receiving the financial compensation they need.Obtained a defense verdict in the Court of Common Pleas of Philadelphia County for a Class I railroad client in a FELA case where the plaintiff claimed that he was diagnosed with colon cancer as a result of the exposure to diesel exhaust, second hand smoke and creosote during his 40 years of railroad service. Extensive fact, scientific and medical evidence was presented. The jury voted unanimously verdict, finding no negligence and no violation of the Federal Employers' Liability Act or Locomotive Inspection Act.Colorectal CancerRailroad workers may develop several illnesses related to their work. Lung cancer may be the most frequent disease that is for railroad workers, but there are other diseases and conditions that can be caused by exposure to diesel exhaust or secondhand smoke. If you've contracted one of these conditions, a train accident lawyer can assist you in filing a claim under FELA to get compensation for your non-economic and economic losses.In a case that occurred in Philadelphia County, we successfully defended a claim brought by one of the plaintiffs who claimed that the development of chronic myeloidleukemia ("CML") as the result of exposure to diesel exhaust and benzene during his career as an employee of the railroad. The jury ruled in favor of the defense after the two-week trial.In a case involving the filing of a lawsuit in New York, we obtained summary judgment for a railroad defendant in which the former employee of the railroad claimed that he had developed bladder cancer due to his exposure to a number of substances in his employment at the railroad. The court agreed with us that the plaintiff had waived the right to file this suit when signing an agreement in 1996 following a previous lawsuit claiming a different type of exposure.Head CancerRailroad workers are exposed a range of cancer-causing substances, including diesel exhaust and asbestos. railroad cancer lawsuit contain microscopic pieces that may penetrate deep into lung tissue. They are a frequent cause of chronic diseases such as COPD. COPD is characterized as shortness of breath wheezing, coughing or wheezing as well as weight loss.To prove that a respiratory problem, such as COPD, has caused economic and non-economic damages, you must provide both. A qualified attorney will be able to explain the types damages available in this kind of case during a free consultation.COPD cases involving railroad workers often include lung cancer claims as well. Our firm's lung lawyers are experienced and can guide clients through the process of filing an effective FELA claim for lung cancer that is caused by exposure to toxins at work.We were able to secure favorable trial court decisions and a modest jury award for our client who suffered injuries in 2017 as a result of the Hyndman train derailment in Pennsylvania that led to the release vinyl chloride. The client argued that he needed medical monitoring due to his fear of developing cancer, which is an acceptable claim under FELA.We obtained summary judgments in two cases in which railroad workers suffered from COPD over a period of time working in a railroad yard. The court ruled that plaintiffs of 2017's lawsuits are barred due to the fact that they did not conduct a reasonable online search for information about their illness or its connection to their railroad work.