If you or a loved one developed cancer and worked for the railroad, you may have been exposed to chemicals from working in the railroad industry that may have caused the illness.
You should consider hiring an attorney to investigate your work on the railroad and whether it caused your cancer. A New Orleans FELA railroad chemical exposure and cancer lawyer will work with your doctors, leverage our knowledge in chemical exposure cases and the links to cancer, and pursue the compensation you deserve.
At Poolson | Oden Injury Lawyers, our New Orleans FELA railroad injury lawyers are ready to start protecting your rights and ensure you receive the care you need.
Our firm has recovered more than $26 million for our clients in the past five years alone. We have helped railroad workers for many years, gathering immense information and documents from the railroad carriers to better serve the hard-working members of our community.
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Our New Orleans FELA Railroad Chemical Exposure and Cancer Lawyers Provide Specialized Legal Services
Our New Orleans railroad injury lawyers have always been proud to represent clients in cases that most lawyers do not handle or even know exist.
We know how complex the FELA and other issues surrounding highly regulated industries can be, and we want to be the firm that makes it simple for those like you to pursue justice.
Dealing with cancer is challenging enough, and we are ready to handle your case in New Orleans.
Knowledgeable with the FELA and Industry-Specific Legislation
Our attorneys:
- Have handled many FELA-specific cases, so we are familiar with its contents
- Are familiar with how the legislation has evolved over the years
- Can explain to you, in simple terms, how the FELA applies to you
- Know how to interpret and leverage the FELA through the lens of specific cases, including those involving chemical exposure and cancer
We hope you will allow us to use our knowledge of the FELA on your behalf.
Over 52 Years of Combined Experience in Railroad Injury Cases
Our New Orleans personal injury lawyers pride itself on providing Resources for Railroaders. With more than 52 years of combined relevant experience, our lawyers are a valuable resource for railroad workers. Relevant experience is particularly important in technical, highly specific case types like yours.
Our A+ Team Will Prepare Your Case Personally
Your New Orleans FELA railroad chemical exposure and cancer attorney will lead a dedicated team assembled to support you. A Welcome Specialist, Medical Records Coordinator, and Case Manager are just some of the other team members you can expect to work with, along with our team of trial attorneys on your litigation trial team.
We are Lawyers Who Serve railroad workers and their families who have been exposed to chemicals and carcinogens while working on the railroad.
We Understand the Link Between Chemical Exposure, Cancer, and Other Ailments
There is ample documentation about how railroad workers may be at a higher risk of developing cancer, with some examples including:
- Lung cancer associated with inhaling diesel exhaust
- Cancer resulting from exposure to potentially toxic metals
- Cancer related to radiation exposure
- Cancer related to the inhalation of vinyl chloride
- Mesothelioma related to asbestos exposure
Railroad employees are often unaware of these risks, do not consent to them, and should not have to endure them without seeking justice.
Former Clients Swear by Poolson | Oden
Just consider a few client testimonials (of many we have received) from our former clients:
- “They stood up for my family and me when no one else would.” – Mike
- “Immediately upon representation, things started happening. I had access to them as you would have access to a family member. They always make time for you.” – Travis
- “I was constantly informed of every step he took … I was never uninformed. I was so taken by that that I felt so secure in what was going on with my case. I had no questions, I was in the best hands.”
Not only does our law firm have a track record of successfully leading FELA cases, but we are authentic in our care for our clients.
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Understanding FELA Protection for Railroad Chemical Exposure Cases
The Brotherhood of Railroad Signalmen explains that The Federal Employers’ Liability Act (FELA) enables railroad workers exposed to harm to file a claim in the case that negligence led to their injury or illness.
This Act came to be because of the extraordinary danger that those in the railroad industry face—exposure to dangerous chemicals being among those dangers.
The FELA allows railroad workers harmed during their employment to pursue legal action for compensation. However, like the majority of civil cases, you need to prove negligence in order to secure the compensation you deserve—and that is where a New Orleans FELA railroad chemical exposure and cancer attorney can help.
Comprehensive Legal Representation for Your FELA Case
We are certain that you have treatment and many other pressing matters to focus on. Allow Poolson | Oden to manage every aspect of your case, including:
- Documenting what chemical exposure (and possibly multiple exposures) was most likely to have caused your cancer
- Documenting any negligence that led you to be exposed
- Working with any experts whose testimony (perhaps about the link between certain chemicals and cancer) strengthens your case
- Fighting for the compensation you deserve
Your attorney will personalize their strategy around you, and we are prepared to go to trial if that is what is right.
Compensation Available in New Orleans FELA Chemical Exposure Cases
Cancer is a life-altering diagnosis, and you or your loved one may be dealing with:
- Crushing medical expenses
- Immense pain and suffering
- Lost income (perhaps permanently)
- Diminished earning capacity
- Housing and transportation costs related to the illness
- Various other economic and non-economic damages
If it turns out that you need a New Orleans FELA railroad wrongful death lawyer, we compassionately offer our services.
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Protect Your Rights with Our New Orleans FELA Railroad Chemical Exposure and Cancer Attorneys
Our lawyers have seen the heartbreaking effects of cancer stemming from chemical exposures in the railroad industry. Let our New Orleans FELA railroad chemical exposure and cancer lawyers seek justice for you and any other affected loved ones
Contact Poolson | Oden today for a free consultation. We are confident that our guidance will be valuable to you.