Revision as of 21:14, 10 June 2023 by 46.102.159.39 (talk)(diff) ← Older revision | Latest revision (diff) | Newer revision → (diff)Laryngeal Cancer and Railroad SettlementRailroad workers are susceptible to diesel exhaust, asbestos and other toxic substances. If you have developed cancer or any other illness that you believe is linked to your job at the railroad, contact an experienced FELA lawyer.Speech and language therapy could be an option in the event that your cancer grows and you have to undergo surgery to remove your voice box (laryngectomy). You may also have an implanted voice prosthesis to aid you in speaking.CompensationThe Federal Employers Liability Act (FELA) allows railroad workers to bring lawsuits directly against their employer when they can prove they were exposed to asbestos or other toxic chemicals at work. These toxic exposures can cause serious side-effects, including cancer and other illnesses. While lung cancer is the most widely-known disease connected to rail work, other diseases can be traced back to years of work.When lung cancer lawsuit settlements is diagnosed with an illness related to their work, they may need significant medical treatment that is expensive. They can also suffer from financial hardships and lose wages.A settlement from a railroad cancer case could be able to help pay for these costs. The initial settlement offer could be lower than the person is entitled. A lawyer who is experienced in railroad accident cases can analyze the settlement offer to determine if that it meets the needs of the victim.In union pacific settlements , Doran & Murphy represented a former engineer of locomotives who developed laryngeal cancer after decades of exposure to toxic chemicals in the railroad industry. During his time in the industry, the plaintiff sprayed creosote and degreasing solvents on trains, and also handled contaminated fuel, silica sand and asbestos. The plaintiff claimed that exposures to asbestos caused cancer and other chronic diseases. He was awarded $7.5 million in damages.Legal RepresentationIn the 19th and 20th century, railroad workers were exposed to hazardous working conditions which put them at risk of accidents such as derailments, or collisions. They also were exposed harmful substances like asbestos and diesel exhaust. If lung cancer lawsuit settlements led to a diagnosis of cancer, the person who was affected and his or family members may be entitled to compensation.If a railroad worker develops cancer They should speak with an attorney from the railroad who is knowledgeable about their options. They should not wait until the statute of limitations expires. If their cancer is due to exposure at work the patient could be awarded substantial compensation.In a case brought on behalf of an engineer from the past for the Grand Trunk Railway by Doran & Murphy, a jury awarded damages in the amount of $872,000, after finding that railroad exposure to diesel fumes and asbestos contributed to his throat carcinoma. The award was made without considering the history of the engineer's smoking cigarettes, because it was evident from the evidence that exposure to diesel fumes as well as asbestos at work was the reason for the condition.Hughes Law Offices provide case histories to inform readers of actual case facts and rulings. The cases discussed in this section were not handled by the Hughes Law Offices, unless mentioned. To find out railroad back injury settlements and verdicts made in these cases go to our Verdicts & Settlements page.