Personal Injury Lawsuit

Under the Federal Employers Liability Act, railroad workers are protected from suffering the damages caused by the negligence of their employer. Every employer is responsible for providing their employees with a safe working environment, as well as adequate training, safe working equipment, and notifications about any potential hazards that might cause workers to be injured. Proving that your employer was aware of the dangers and did nothing to protect you is crucial to a FELA lawsuit.

Creosote, created by high temperature treatment of woods, poses a dangerous hazard for railroad workers. Used for nearly two centuries now, creosote has been grossly unregulated and has caused thousands of workers to be seriously injured. Although the dangers of creosote were virtually ignored, recent studies have shown that creosote exposure leads to a variety of health hazards, including liver disease, cancer, and even death. Unfortunately, this information comes too late, as creosote has been used in miles and miles of railroad tracks throughout the country.

Railroad workers are among the list of workers who frequently come in contact with the dangerous substance. If you are a railroad worker who has suffered due to creosote exposure, contact a FELA attorney immediately to discuss the details of your case. If your employer was aware of the danger of creosote and did nothing to protect you from exposure or warn you of the danger, you may be entitled to compensation for your injuries.

Short term exposure to creosote has many effects, including respiratory tract irritation and chemical burns of the throat, stomach, eyes, or mouth. For many railroad employees, their exposure to creosote has occurred over an extended amount of time. During this time, workers may develop serious health problems, such as liver problems, kidney problems, and various types of cancer. If you are a railroad worker who has suffered due to exposure to creosote, contact a skilled FELA attorney immediately.

Skilled FELA attorneys will work aggressively to ensure that you receive the compensation that you deserve for your creosote-related injuries. The Federal Employers Liability Act protects railroad workers from injuries on the job and entitles you to compensation for the negligent acts of your employer. You may be compensated for past and future medical costs, loss of earning capacity, lost wages, pain and suffering, and more.

The legal system can be time-consuming and confusing for someone without any legal experience. Turn to a talented attorney to help you through the process.