Railroad Settlement Aplastic Anemia
Aplastic anemia is a serious blood disorder. It affects the bone-marrow which produces red blood cell and platelets. It can affect any age group. However, the incidence is highest in children and those between the ages of 20 and 25.
This disease may affect those who are exposed to diesel exhaust or other chemical substances at work. Workers can reach out to an experienced personal injury lawyer to discuss their case.
Benzene Exposures
Benzene is a colourless liquid or pale yellow. It is among the twenty most used in America's chemicals. It is found in crude oils, gasoline, and many industrial products, such as dyes, degreasers and lubricants. Workers working in petrochemical plants, steel mills and railroad yards are frequently exposed to this dangerous chemical. Even tiny quantities of benzene consumed or breathed in for a year or more may cause aplastic anemia.
Aplastic anemia is a common occurrence in people of all ages with a slight peak in childhood leukemias and a higher rate in men. The disorder reduces the number of blood cells that transport oxygen to tissues, which can cause severe fatigue and other symptoms. It can cause cancer in the lymph nodes as well as bone marrow. In benzene cases, defendants could claim that there isn't a risk of exposure to this carcinogen. However, a knowledgeable lawyer who specializes in benzene can prove that even tiny quantities of the chemical could be harmful over the course of time.
People who have been diagnosed with aplastic anemia, and believe their condition was caused by exposure to benzene in the workplace should contact the Hughes Law Firm. Our firm works with occupational medicine and toxicology experts to determine if a connection can be established between the illness and exposure to benzene. If so, we may submit a claim under Federal Employers Liability (FELA). Colon cancer lawsuit settlements was developed to compensate workers when they have serious workplace injuries or diseases.
Vaccine Side Effects
The vaccines that are used by the railroad to protect its workers from diseases are generally safe and effective however, they may have some adverse consequences. Some of these side effects could be severe, but the majority occur shortly after vaccination and are self limiting. Rare side effects, including anaphylaxis, may also occur following a vaccination but are not usually life-threatening, and do not result in long-term issues.
Some women who get a vaccination might experience heavier bleeding than usual. Other symptoms can include an arm that is sore or lumpy with a mild temperature as well as an injection site lump. Over-the-counter painkillers can relieve these symptoms.
Vaccines are screened for safety before they are approved for use in the United States, and the FDA and CDC have databases of adverse event reports that occurred following the use of an approved vaccine. The Vaccine Adverse Event Reporting System (VAERS) is used to detect possible adverse reactions that were not identified during the clinical trial of the vaccine.
Some of these reports could be a sign of a medical condition, such as anemia. This condition affects bone marrow and where blood cells are created. It is seen across all ages, but has a small peak in childhood and a larger peak in the 20 to 25-year-old age group. Aplastic anemia symptoms include anemia, thrombocytopenia and ecchymoses.
Camp Lejeune Water Contamination
The water supply at Marine Corps Base Camp Lejeune in North Carolina was contaminated by contaminants like perchloroethylene (PCE), trichloroethylene (TCE) also known as benzene, vinyl chloride. The contamination was caused by off-base fuel depots industrial waste, and leakage from chemical factories. More than a million Marines, their families and friends lived on the base at the time the drinking water was polluted. The chemicals found in the water were associated with several diseases, including aplastic anemia.
Multiple studies have linked four chemicals found in Camp Lejeune's water to neurological issues. Aplastic anemia is just one of them. Trichloroethylene is one of them. It may cause neurobehavioral changes when a person is exposed to low levels of it over many years. It is also a recognized carcinogen that can cause blood disorders like anemia with aplastic components.
Aplastic anemia is an extremely debilitating illness. It can impact a person's life quality and make them unable to work or driving, or even attending social events. It can also trigger depression and anxiety. If you suffer from aplastic anemia and you were a part of Camp Lejeune it is important to speak with an experienced lawyer who can help you obtain compensation for the negligence of the government. They can help you estimate the losses you've suffered, including lost income and medical expenses. In addition, they could fight for your right to get VA benefits and a fair settlement of your claim.
Compensation
A person who suffers from myelodysplastic syndromes could be entitled to compensation for medical expenses loss of wages, pain and suffering. These conditions can be expensive to treat and can shorten life spans. The Federal Employers Liability Act allows workers to make claims for compensation for work-related illnesses and injuries. Contact a West Virginia railroad settlement aplastic anemia lawyer at Hartley Law Group, PLLC for help filing a claim under the FELA.
