According to testimony from many former BNSF railroad workers, employment at a rail yard can be hazardous to the health. Regular occupational exposure to diesel fumes, asbestos, solvents, fuels, welding fumes, silica, and creosote has led to the diagnosis of cancer and many other related conditions.
Work safety experts and the CDC have stressed that even small amounts of occupational exposure to diesel and other toxins can lead to long-term health complications. The following conditions and cancers have been linked to diesel exhaust exposure:
- Lung Cancer
- Bladder Cancer
- Esophageal Cancer
- Nasopharyngeal Cancer
- Stomach Cancer
- Kidney Cancer
- Acute Myeloid Leukemia (AML)
- Myelodysplastic Syndrome (MDS)
- Acute Lymphocytic Leukemia (ALL)
- Chronic Lymphocytic Leukemia (CLL)
- Non-Hodgkin’s Lymphoma
- Multiple Myeloma
- Aplastic Anemia
- COPD (Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease)
- Emphysema
- RADS (Reactive Airways Dysfunction Syndrome)
- Interstitial Lung Disease
- Pulmonary Fibrosis
Any former Hobart Yard staff or BNSF worker who gets a confirmed cancer or lung disease diagnosis may have a claim to significant compensation for their employer’s negligence. Contact a toxic exposure lawyer at (513) 381-2333 to begin reviewing your railroad injury claims.
Who Can File a Railroad Cancer Lawsuit?
Any individual who worked for years at a rail yard in California and later falls ill due to workplace toxic exposure can file a claim. If you are not certain whether or not you were exposed to toxic materials, contact our legal team to review your work history and your medical records. The following can be covered in an occupational lung disease compensation package:
- All related healthcare and medical costs
- Any medication, surgery, or treatments related to your occupational illness
- Medical bills that will not be normally covered by basic health insurance
- Physical therapy and rehabilitation costs
- If an individual has to stop working for a period of time because of an injury or illness sustained at the workplace, they can be compensated for lost wages
- If a worker can no longer perform the same duties or hold a job due to permanent disability, they can recover lost future earnings
Each railway injury claim is unique and the size of a work disability settlement will depend on the severity and exact diagnosis, as well as your lawyer’s ability to negotiate with your employer without going to trial. Consider the importance of hiring an attorney who has proven success and has experience handling railroad diesel exposure cancer claims.
About Hobart Yard
Sitting on 243 acres of land outside downtown Los Angeles, the BNSF Hobart Yard and Commerce facilities handle the world’s largest amount of domestic intermodal freight. Because it is so busy and the number of diesel locomotives passing through each day, it has been a challenge to maintain a safe work environment. It has been argued that the persistent diesel fumes may impact almost any worker in the area, and can later lead to related illnesses and cancers.
Why Hire The Lyon Firm?
Over the last two decades, our lawyers have obtained seven and six-figure settlements in toxic exposure cases. Call for a free consultation and view our Case Results page to learn more about specific litigation.
We have the experience, the resources and the dedication to take on occupational cancer claims for railroad workers nationwide. We work with industry experts to build a strong case, and to properly guide you through the complex process. We only need your work history and your medical documentation to begin filing a claim on your behalf.
Filing a lawsuit may sound daunting at a tough time in your life, but we assume all the difficult tasks and all financial risk. Allow us to help you in a time of need, and to improve your financial picture for the future.
