In a concerning trend for many railroad staff, the cancer rates of former career workers in the last 50 years have increased dramatically. While not every cancer case can be directly linked to work at a rail yard, it is reasonable to believe that working around numerous industrial toxins may have contributed to the cause of many cancers.
When an individual is diagnosed with an occupational lung disease, most can look back at their time at a rail yard and point exactly where they may have been exposed to diesel fumes, welding fumes, solvents, creosote, silica, benzene and other dangerous materials. Our lawyers work with industry experts to determine where and when you were exposed to cancer-causing chemicals and can help build a strong case against a negligent employer.
Can Any Former Willard Yard Worker File a Diesel Exposure Lawsuit?
If you or a loved one has developed a cancer possibly related to former work at Willard Yard or another CSX rail yard, you may be able to file a claim. Contact our legal team to discuss your legal options. In diesel exposure lawsuits, potential monetary damages may include:
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Medical Expenses: This may include compensation for any past and future medical bill related to a condition caused by work at a rail yard. Hospital visits, treatments, medications, surgeries and other consultations can be covered if your insurance plan does not cover.
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Lost Wages: Lost earnings due to an illness or injury can be sought in these kinds of cases, and a settlement should provide families with enough financial help when a sick individual is unable to return to the workplace in the same capacity.
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Non-material Damages: Plaintiffs can seek compensation for pain and suffering, emotional distress, wrongful death, loss of quality of life and loss of companionship.
It’s important to note that every case is unique and every settlement may vary depending on specific work history and the severity of a particular injury.
CSX shut down the hump at Willard Yard in Ohio a few years back, but the damage may have already been done. Willard was a very large hump yard on the CSX railroad, and processed around 1,400 cars per day in 2016.
CSX now has four active yard humps in Cincinnati, Indianapolis, Selkirk, New York. and Waycross, Georgia. The company has eight humps idled, including rail yards in Atlanta, Birmingham, Cumberland, Hamlet, Louisville, Nashville, Toledo and Willard, Ohio.
Why Hire The Lyon Firm?
Joe Lyon has worked in the field of toxic exposure and occupational injury law for 20 years. We have the experience, the resources and the willingness to build a strong case for you and your family. Our legal team takes the lead and assumes all financial risk, while you can focus on your health and spending time with your loved ones.
It is important to hire an attorney that knows the industry well, and can negotiate on your behalf for the best possible settlement package. We have settled six and seven-figure cases for injured railroad plaintiffs in Ohio and nationwide.
