A Railroad Lawsuit For Acute Myeloid LeukemiaRail workers are frequently exposed to substances and chemicals that can cause cancer, like asbestos and benzene. If you believe that exposure to these chemicals during work caused your cancer, you could be entitled to compensation.The FELA law allows railroad employees to sue their employers for negligence. For more details, talk to an acute myeloid plaintiff in a   railroad lawsuit   lawyer.Benzene ExposureBenzene is a colorless and poisonous gas that can cause cancer to people who are exposed for prolonged periods of time. It is created in the environment and also by gas emissions and tobacco smoke. The skin is also able to absorb benzene. A railroad worker who been diagnosed with cancer as a result of exposure to benzene might be able to file a claim against their employer for compensation in the form of money.In one instance the widow of a railroad worker who died was awarded $1,500,000 by the company which employed her husband. Her late husband worked as a pump man on various tankers in the 1970s and 1980s, and was often exposed to benzene. After he died from acute myeloidleukemia, in the year 1995 his wife filed a claim for wrongful death against the vessel's owner.Acute myeloid leukemia is an aggressive cancer that could cause death in a few months if not treated immediately. It is most commonly treated with chemotherapy, but in certain cases, radiation and targeted therapy may be used.We secured defense verdicts in two cases, in which plaintiffs claimed brain injuries due to exposure to solvents over their 23-year career on the railroad. The defense presented experts' testimony on medical causation, industrial hygiene and the jury ruled that the railway workplace was relatively safe.Creosote ExposureIt is a mix consisting of hundreds of chemicals used to preserve wood such as railroad ties. It is a known carcinogen including polycyclic hydrocarbons (PAHs). The PAHs present in creosote may be absorbed through the surface of the skin or ingested by drinking water that is contaminated with this chemical. PAHs are also absorbed into the lungs, where they could cause lung cancer.Creosote exposure through inhalation can cause a variety of symptoms that include respiratory irritation, eye problems, and nausea and vomiting. It can also cause second and third degree burns to the skin. Coal tar creosote is a rich source of PAH compounds, including naphthalene, acenaphthene fluorene, phenanthrene, and fluorene each of which is carcinogenic.Creosote-related exposure can cause negative effects on the health of employees as well as their families. Some workers have developed papular basis cell carcinomas (common occupational skin cancers) which may be spread to other parts of the body. Others have been affected by chronic lung disease, esophageal and liver fibrosis and chronic bronchitis.Often, the railroad industry does not adequately inform employees about the dangers of long-term exposure to toxic substances. For instance, it is not uncommon for railroad workers to leave diesel-powered forklifts, locomotives and cranes in operation during their work. Diesel exhaust from these engines could be inhaled and consumed. They also soak rags with benzene solvents to clean machines and tools.Workers' CompensationRailroad workers who develop cancer or suffer from another chronic illness due to exposure harmful chemicals like benzene and Creosote may be eligible for reimbursement for medical expenses and other losses. A New York railroad cancer lawyer could assist those seeking claims under the Federal Employers Liability Act (FELA) for monetary damages.Many illnesses related to occupational exposure to carcinogenic chemicals like asbestos and diesel fumes are not apparent until the worker is older. Thus the statute of limitations in the majority of cases is only for three years after an individual is first diagnosed with the disease. Therefore, it is crucial that potential victims speak with a railroad injury lawyer as soon as they can after being diagnosed.In  lung cancer lawsuit , Napoli Shkolnik PLLC successfully defended a lawsuit filed against our client by a former railway employee who was diagnosed with leukemia following years of exposure to toxic chemicals. The plaintiff alleged that the company violated FELA in failing to provide their employees with the required safety equipment and training.The jury awarded the plaintiff damages of $7.5 million after finding that the cancer was directly linked to his work at the Chicago & North Western Railroad. The man was exposed to various toxic chemicals like benzene creosote and degreasing solvents while working for the company.cancer lawsuits  who are diagnosed with cancer resulting from toxic exposures at work may be eligible to claim compensation under the Federal Employers Liability Act (FELA). Unlike workers' comp statutes that cover medical expenses and loss of wages to the victim, FELA is a statute based on fault and requires proof of the railroad employer not taking steps to protect its employees from the dangers posed by chemical exposures.Railroad companies frequently fight FELA claims that involve occupational diseases. Defense lawyers usually argue that the former employee is unable to pinpoint specific instances of exposure to hazardous substances. They also highlight the absence of official tests that show the presence of carcinogens and toxins in equipment or parts employed by the railway.In a successful FELA claim family members of the victim can be compensated for past and future suffering and loss of enjoyment life, mental distress, and other damages. If the victim dies due to the accident then the family can pursue wrongful-death claims to claim compensation.At Napoli Shkolnik PLLC, we work with experienced FELA lawyers to assist injured railroad workers get the financial help they require. Contact us today for a no-cost consultation. We represent railroad workers across the United States including New York City, Boston and Hartford, St. Louis and Denver among others.