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A Railroad Cancer Lawyer Can Help Workers Sue For Blood Cancer

Rail workers who are exposed carcinogenic chemicals at work face severe health dangers. When these employees are diagnosed with cancer or any other chronic illness, an experienced railroad cancer lawyer can help them obtain compensation from their employers.

For instance, CN rail yard workers were exposed to the creosote wood preservative for years, and some have been diagnosed with Non-Hodgkin Lymphoma. Similarly, studies link the weedkiller glyphosate to an increased risk of lung cancer.

Benzene

The chemical benzene is sweet and has a clear liquid smell. It evaporates quickly in the air, and is also absorbed through the skin. Benzene is used in a myriad of products such as lubricants and solvents. It is also present in gasoline and diesel fuel. The World Health Organization has classified benzene carcinogenic for humans. Exposure to benzene is associated with various types of blood cancers such as acute myelogenous lymphoma (AML) in children and chronic lymphocytic Leukemia (CLL) in adults.

Acute myelogenous lymphoma can cause bone marrow red blood cells, as well as white blood cells to become abnormal. This can result in blood tumors that affect the immune system and causing severe negative side effects. It can also affect the nervous system and brain.  class action lawsuit against railroads  is estimated that nearly 200,000 railway workers suffer with AML or other blood cancers due to the exposure they receive from their jobs to toxic chemicals.

In the past, railroad workers were exposed to diesel fumes, creosote, pesticides, herbicides and asbestos. These carcinogens are used in many railyard tasks such as track maintenance and other infrastructure. BNSF was required by Federal law to provide workers with adequate protection against these harmful chemicals. This negligence led to numerous cases of long-term and chronic disease. A knowledgeable lawyer can help you pursue the compensation you deserve for your injuries under FELA which is the Federal Employers Liability Act.

Creosote

Railroad workers are often able to touch wood that has been treated with creosote. The toxic chemicals penetrate the skin and begin to harm cells. Exposure to toxic chemicals could cause blood cancers in railroad workers over time. Cancers can range from acute leukemia, myelodysplastic Syndrome and non-Hodgkin's lymphoma to acute myeloid cancer. These chemicals can also cause lung, skin and bladder cancer.

Railroad lawsuits assert that the railroad failed to warn workers about these risks and didn't take any steps to safeguard them. Additionally certain chemicals can be abrasive, and cause burns to the skin. Creosote can cause stomach pain, stomach ache, stomach burning, and a pimple.

A recent instance involves a railroad employee who claims exposure to toxic chemicals, chemicals and other toxins have caused him to develop chronic health problems. He claims that his job required him to handle ties that were soaked in creosote and solvents. He also claimed to wear gloves that were treated with creosote.

A jury awarded a former railway worker $7.5 Million for his injuries relating to creosote and other hazardous chemicals were ingested while working. He filed an action under the Federal Employers Liability Act, asserting that the railroad did not provide him with proper safety equipment.

Asbestos

Railroad workers are exposed to a wide range of chemicals including diesel exhaust and welding fumes. They may also be exposed to asbestos or silica. In turn, they are at risk of various illnesses and diseases. Other ailments and injuries are also connected to railroad work. A railroad lawyer who is knowledgeable about the law can evaluate the case of a worker and assist to get the full compensation they are entitled to under federal law.

Benzene was banned in the United States over 20 years ago. However, it's still present in degreasers and solvents used by railroad workers. It's a byproduct from diesel exhaust, and can cause anemia. Workers have also been diagnosed with lymphoma, which is a form of cancer that affects blood cells.

A number of lawsuits have been filed against CSX Railroad Company by workers who claim their job exposed to toxic substances. Eight lawsuits were filed during 2018. In one of these cases, the wife of one Waycross man claimed that his job as a machinist on the railroad caused stomach cancer. It caused his death in 2014. In several other lawsuits, the plaintiffs claim that they were exposed to diesel exhaust, creosote and benzene as well as herbicides, weedkillers, as well as asbestos.

Diesel Exhaust

The diesel train fumes contain cancer-causing chemicals, such as benzene. It is a clear, flammable liquid that is used in a variety of solvents and lubricants. It is also present in diesel exhaust, which railroad workers, like engineers and machinists are exposed to on a daily basis. Benzene can cause leukemia and cancer.

Other chemicals that cause cancer to which railroad workers are exposed include creosote and coal tar. Creosote, a heavy, oily liquid that is used to treat railroad ties. It is a well-known cancer-causing chemical that railroad workers are able to inhale. According to a 38-year study that it is responsible for 40 percent of lung cancers that occur among American railway workers.

The exposure to diesel exhaust could increase the risk of multiple myeloma. The cancer affects bone marrow and can impact the production of plasma. Diesel exhaust is also a major source of particulate matter, which can reduce lung function and result in chronic respiratory disease mortality regardless of smoking.

Hughes Law Offices can help you if you are a railroad worker or former railroad employee who was diagnosed with blood cancer, or a different illness that could have been caused by exposure to asbestos or benzene or other toxic substances in the workplace. Contact Hughes Law Offices to discuss your case today with a knowledgeable railroad lawyer. The Federal Employers Liability Act allows railroad workers to claim compensation if their employers have been negligent and cause an illness at work.