Revision as of 13:50, 6 June 2023 by 81.92.195.251 (talk) (Created page with "Railroad Settlement for Acute Lymphocytic Leukemia<br /><br />A widow claims that CSX's negligence caused her husband to develop the blood cancer. Under the FELA railroad empl...")(diff) ← Older revision | Latest revision (diff) | Newer revision → (diff)Railroad Settlement for Acute Lymphocytic LeukemiaA widow claims that CSX's negligence caused her husband to develop the blood cancer. Under the FELA railroad employees are entitled to three years to sue their employers if they contract certain illnesses that are linked to exposure to toxic substances at work. injury settlements can assist an employee establish their case. A claim can be filed for a variety of cancers and illnesses which include non-Hodgkin cancer and Hodgkin lymphoma.Benzene ExposureBenzene is a liquid chemical that has a pleasant gasoline-like scent and can cause serious health issues, such as leukemia, when inhaled. Many kinds of industrial businesses expose workers to benzene. They include oil refineries gas stations, tanneries, steel and coal manufacturing factories and rubber tire factories and printing presses. Other jobs that expose employees to benzene include firefighters, auto mechanics, laboratory technicians, and railroad workers.Railroad workers have been exposed to benzene by diesel exhaust and solvents employed in railway shops. The chemicals are breathed in and can be absorbed through the skin. The chemical is listed as an agent that causes cancer by a number of government agencies. The chemical is associated with acute myeloid lymphoma (AML), myelodysplastic disorders and lymphomas. injury settlements who suffer from cancer or other serious diseases don't realize that their illnesses are linked to exposure to toxic chemicals and benzene on the job. They don't realize that they have the right to seek compensation under a special law passed over 100 years ago.If you've developed an illness or disease that is blood-related and were exposed to benzene working on the railroad then you may be entitled to damages under a law passed over 100 years ago. It's known as the Federal Employers Liability Act (FELA). A lawyer from the railroad can assist you with filing claims for compensation. Contact us today to learn more.Diesel ExhaustThe use of diesel locomotives has dominated railroading since steam engines were replaced with diesel engines in the 1930's. In the 1930's, employees on and around operating trains were exposed to exhaust fumes containing various toxic chemicals, including benzene. The exposure to these fumes increased the likelihood for developing lymphoma, including non-Hodgkin's lymphoma and multiple myeloma. These cancers are caused through the mutation of cells in the immune system.The exposure to diesel exhaust raises the risk of lung cancer among railroad workers. It is a source of benzene, butadiene, and other carcinogens. It contains benzene as well as butadiene which are known carcinogens.Exposure to diesel fumes may cause breathing difficulties and asthma among railroad workers. According to the National Institutes of Health, an analysis of a national registry based on case-control found that people who worked near or on operating locomotives were more likely of developing acute myeloid lymphoma than those who didn't work near or in proximity to locomotives. lung cancer lawsuit settlements of this study concluded that it is important to study the carbonation fraction of particulate matter (PM) as along with individual PAHs and aromatic hydrocarbons in order to better understand the link between PM and health impacts. The authors of this report stated that their personal measurements using the PM monitor were more accurate than central site measurements. They also noted that the carbonation ratio could be more powerful than other components of the PM when it comes to respiratory symptoms.Other Chemical ExposuresRailroad workers have been exposed to a wide range of carcinogens, chemicals and other substances in their daily work. Asbestos, for example is linked to mesothelioma and lung cancer. Coal tar is a cause of skin cancer and testicular cancer. It's an odorless substance that is found in solvents, degreasers, gasses, diesel exhaust gasoline, and paint. In many cases a dedicated railroad lymphoma lawyer will help injured workers collect evidence to prove that their injuries resulted from exposure to these or other harmful substances on the job.In Marshall, Texas, James Smith is in the state of Texas, James Smith is suing Union Pacific for more than $2 million. He claims that his hairy cell leukemia stems from his 30-year career in the railroad's Longview, Texarkana and Texarkana yard. He believes that his exposure to toxic chemicals and the railroad's negligence led to his illness. The settlement will cover medical expenses, future care, loss of earning capacity and more. The settlement also includes damages for suffering and pain. The lawsuit also accuses the railroad of breaking the Federal Employers' Liability Act (FELA). The lawsuit asserts that CSX did not take sufficient precautions to shield its employees from hazardous chemicals.