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Multiple Myeloma Caused by Railroad Work
Under FELA, railroad workers can file lawsuits to recover compensation for their injuries. To be successful, the injured person must prove that the railroad was negligent in causing the injury.
The evidence presented at the trial included the testimony of toxicologist who relied on different studies and their relative risks to demonstrate that Harris’s multiple myeloma had been caused by his exposure diesel exhaust.
Benzene Exposure
Benzene is linked to a number of hematopoietic tumors, including Acute Myeloid Leukemia(AML), Acute Non-Lymphocytic Leukemia(ANLL) and Multiple Myeloma. According to the International Agency for Research on Cancer (IARC) the chemical it is classified as a Group 1 carcinogen. Multiple myeloma lawsuit is found in diesel exhaust and fumes which many railroad workers are exposed to on a daily routine.
Some railroad workers are also exposed to cleaning products such as CRC or Safety-Kleen. bnsf lawsuit of cleaning agents typically contain a particular type of benzene called the methylbenzene. The methylbenzene can be converted into a chemical known as dioxin when it comes into contact with water. Dioxins can cause lung cancer and other serious health problems.
Parker Waichman has represented railroad employees in personal injury lawsuits against their employers, under the FELA. For example an award was made by a jury to an ex- Chicago and North Western Railroad worker $7.5 million for his diagnosis of acute myeloid leukemia following years of exposure to solvents and chemicals while working.
Another case involved a plaintiff who was diagnosed with multiple myeloma following working as an engineer of railroad signal maintenance for a number of years. The plaintiff claimed that his condition was caused by exposure to diesel exhaust and by benzene exposure he experienced during his job. Before the beginning of trial, BNSF filed a motion for summary judgment based on the idea that plaintiff knew or could have realized that his cancer was due to his exposures to chemicals and environmental hazards while working for the railroad.
Creosote Exposure
A toxic chemical used to preserve wood, creosote has been associated with various cancers, including skin and scrotal cancer. It is a frequent problem for railroad workers working in the repair and maintenance of railway ties. The National Toxicology Program reported that workers who handled creosote had an increased risk than the general public of developing lethal forms of cancer.
In a recent court case, railroad workers filed suit after being diagnosed with multiple myeloma. He claimed that exposure to diesel exhaust as well as environmental hazards caused cancer. The court ruled the plaintiff was aware of any potential damage he could incur from his railroad job and could have learned about his injury by conducting an extensive internet search before the diagnosis came in. He failed to do so and the case is now time-barred.
In a separate instance, the railroad was successful in defending its verdict in a suit filed in Philadelphia County by an ex-railroad employee. The plaintiff claimed that he had developed bladder carcinoma as a result being exposed to smoke, other chemicals like diesel exhaust and creosote.
Parker Waichman has also secured defense verdicts in cases involving other types of cancers such as prostate and lung cancers, which were brought by former railroad employees who claimed their cancers were a result of years of exposure to harmful chemicals on the job. The firm is ready to examine the facts of your case and explain your options.
Asbestos Exposure
Railroad employees may be exposed to asbestos while working. The exposure is most often experienced when workers are handling railroad ties or repair or install railway equipment. Asbestos exposure can result in mesothelioma or lung cancer and other diseases.
Ronald K. Harris, the plaintiff in a lawsuit against CSX Transportation claims that he contracted multiple myeloma through his job at the railroad. Harris according to the suit, worked every day for CSX Transportation in its Laredo railroad yard. In Multiple myeloma lawsuit breathed "harmful chemicals, toxic fumes, substances, particles, and substances including but not restricted to diesel exhaust creosote, welding fumes, carbon monoxide, phenols, dioxins and heavy metals."
We successfully represented our clients in a jury trial lasting two weeks. It was claimed that the repetitive bending and lifting while working as trackmen caused herniated disks in the lumbar region. This resulted in an injury that caused a 25% disability for the rest of his life that resulted in loss of wages and pain and discomfort. The railroad was not found to be negligent, and the plaintiff received a minimal award.
Environmental Exposure
Railroad workers are exposed to a number of different environmental chemicals. The exposure can result in numerous health problems including multiple myeloma, depending on the type and extent of the work. If you or someone you love has been diagnosed with multiple myeloma due to work on the railroad, you should contact Parker Waichman to discuss your options.
In a case that was recently heard, an employee of a railroad received $7.5 million from the jury after being diagnosed with myelodysplastic syndrome (MDS) and acute myeloid leukemia. He filed a lawsuit against two major railroads, alleging that exposure to diesel exhaust and asbestos led to his health issues.
However the railroads filed an appeal to a summary judgment, arguing that the plaintiff was aware of most important facts and potential causes of his injury by the time he was diagnosed. The court agreed with the railroads and granted their motion concluding that the plaintiff hadn't made a reasonable inquiry to determine if the condition was due to his work at the railroad.
The plaintiff offered expert testimony during the trial of an industrial hygienist as well as epidemiologists. The expert witnesses claimed Harris's myeloma was a result of the exposure he received to diesel exhaust. To support this claim, the expert witness referenced various studies that revealed an association between certain types of cancers and diesel exhaust. But, no reputable scientist has ever concluded that diesel exhaust is a cause of multiple myeloma.