Laryngeal Cancer and Railroad Settlement
Asbestos, diesel exhaust, and other harmful substances could pose a threat for railroad employees. If you've contracted cancer or other illness which you believe is connected to your railroad job, contact an experienced FELA lawyer.
If your cancer grows and you need to have surgery to remove your larynx (laryngectomy) it is possible that you will be eligible for speech and therapy for your language. You can also get a voice implanted in order to help you talk.
Compensation
The Federal Employers Liability Act allows railroad employees to sue their employers directly if they can prove that they were exposed to harmful chemicals or asbestos during their work. Many times, these toxic exposures can lead to serious adverse consequences, such as cancer and other diseases. While lung cancer may be the most well-known ailment associated with rail work, other ailments can also be traced to working in the industry.
If a worker is diagnosed as suffering from a disease which is connected to their job, they may require expensive medical treatment. They can also suffer from financial hardships and lose wages.
A settlement with a railroad cancer doctor can help pay for these expenses. The initial settlement offer may be lower than the individual is entitled. An attorney who has experience in railroad-related injury cases can review a settlement offer to ensure that it meets the needs of the victim.
Doran & Murphy successfully represented an ex-engineer of a locomotive who was diagnosed with laryngeal cancer following years of exposure to toxic chemicals. During his career the engineer sprayed degreasing substances on trains and handled silica-contaminated fuels, silica-contaminated fuels, and asbestos. The plaintiff claimed that the exposures caused cancer and other chronic illnesses. He was awarded $7.5 Million in damages.
Legal Representation
During the 19th and 20th century, railroaders faced hazardous work conditions which put them at risk of accidents such as derailments, or collisions. They were also exposed substances such as diesel exhaust and asbestos. When these exposures led to being diagnosed with cancer the person who was exposed as well as their family members could be entitled to compensation.
Railroad workers who contract cancer should consult with a skilled railroad lawyer to discuss their options. They should not wait for the time limit to expire. If the cause of their cancer is connected to their exposure in the workplace, they may be entitled for a substantial amount of compensation.
In a case filed on behalf of an engineer from the past for the Grand Trunk Railway by Doran & Murphy, a jury awarded damages of $872,000, after finding that exposure to diesel fumes and asbestos caused his throat cancer. The award was not made with any reduction in the amount due to the engineer's smoking history since it was clear from the evidence that the exposure to asbestos and diesel fumes during work contributed to his disease.
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