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Multiple Myeloma Caused by Railroad Work

Under FELA railroad workers are able to sue to recover compensation for injuries. To succeed in bringing a claim, the injured party must prove that negligence by the railroad contributed to their injuries.

The evidence in the trial included the testimony of an toxicologist, who relied on various studies and relative risk factors to prove Harris's myeloma was caused by his exposure to diesel exhaust.

Benzene Exposure

The exposure to benzene can be linked to a variety of hematopoietic malignancies that include Acute Myeloid Leukemia (AML), Acute Non-Lymphocytic Leukemia (ANLL) and Multiple Myeloma. According to the International Agency for Research on Cancer (IARC), the classification of benzene is Group 1 carcinogen. This chemical is found in diesel fumes and many railroad workers are frequently exposed to it.

Some railroad workers are exposed to cleaning products like CRC or Safety-Kleen. These cleaning products contain a specific benzene known as methylbenzene. When methylbenzene comes into contact with water, it is converted into a chemical known as dioxin. Dioxins are a class of chemicals that can trigger numerous health issues, including lung cancer.

Parker Waichman has represented railroad employees in personal injury lawsuits against their employers under the FELA. A jury handed down $7.5 million to a former Chicago and North Western Railroad employee diagnosed with acute myeloid cancer following years of exposure.

In a different case, a plaintiff was diagnosed with multiple lymphoma after many years of work as a railroad signal maintenance technician. He alleged his condition was the result of exposures to benzene and diesel exhaust that he encountered on the job. Prior to the start of trial, BNSF filed a motion for summary judgment based upon the idea that plaintiff could have realized that his cancer was a result of exposure to chemicals and environmental hazards while working for the railroad.

Creosote Exposure

Creosote, a toxic chemical used to preserve wood is linked to various cancers, including skin cancer and scrotal carcinoma. This substance is often a issue for railroad workers working on the maintenance and repair of railway ties. The National Toxicology Program has reported that those who handle creosote face a higher risk of developing cancer lethal than the general population.

A recent court case in which a railroad employee filed suit after being diagnosed with multiple myeloma claims the exposure to diesel exhaust and other environmental hazards caused the cancer. The court ruled that the plaintiff was aware of any potential dangers he might suffer due to his job at the railroad and could have discovered about his injury by conducting a diligent internet search when he was diagnosed. He did not take the necessary steps and his action is now time-barred.

In a separate case, the railroad was successful in defending its verdict in a suit brought in Philadelphia County by an ex-railroad worker. The plaintiff claimed that he developed bladder cancer due to his exposure to secondhand smoke and other chemical substances, like creosote or diesel exhaust.

Parker Waichman has also obtained defense verdicts in cases that involve other types cancers, like prostate and lung cancer. These cases were filed by former railroad workers who claimed that their cancers were caused by exposure to toxic chemicals at work. The firm is prepared to review your case facts and present your options.

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In a suit filed against CSX Transportation, plaintiff Ronald K. Harris claims that he contracted multiple myeloma due to the effects of his work with the railroad. According to the lawsuit, Harris worked for CSX Transportation at its Laredo rail yard on a daily basis. As a result Harris breathed in "harmful chemicals, toxic fumes, agents, particles, and other substances, including but not limited to diesel exhaust creosote, welding fumes, carbon monoxide and phenols. dioxins and heavy metals."

We successfully represented our clients in the jury trial that lasted two weeks, where it was claimed that the repetitive lifting and bending during work as trackmen led to herniated disks in the lumbar region. This resulted in an impairment of 25% that resulted in loss of wages and pain and discomfort. The railroad was found not to be negligent, and the plaintiff was awarded a modest award.

Environmental Exposure

Railroad workers are exposed to a range of chemicals in the environment. Based on the type of work done this exposure can cause health issues of a variety, including multiple myeloma. Contact Parker Waichman if you or a family member has been diagnosed with myeloma due to working on a railroad.

In a recent court case, a railroad employee was awarded $7.5 million by a jury for having been diagnosed with acute myeloid leukemia and myelodysplastic Syndrome (MDS). He filed a lawsuit against two major railroads, claiming that their exposure to asbestos and diesel exhaust led to his health issues.

However the railroads subsequently filed an appeal to a summary judgment, arguing that the plaintiff was aware of the fundamental facts and possible causes of his injury at the time of his diagnosis. The court agreed with the railroads and granted their motion, concluding that the plaintiff has not conducted a reasonable investigation to determine if his condition was connected to his employment at a railroad.

At trial, the plaintiff presented expert testimony from an industrial hygienist and epidemiologists. The expert witnesses stated that Harris's myeloma is a result of his exposure to diesel exhaust. The expert witness referenced a variety of studies to support this claim. These studies proved that there was a link between diesel exhaust and certain types of cancer. However,  Bladder cancer lawsuit  has ever concluded that diesel exhaust is the cause of multiple myeloma.