Railroad Settlement Aplastic Anemia
Aplastic anemia is a grave blood disorder. It affects the bone-marrow which produces red blood cells and platelets. It is possible to identify it at any age, but there are two distinct periods in the incidence of the disease in children and those aged 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 clear or pale yellow liquid, is among the twenty most used compounds in America. It is a chemical present in gasoline, crude oil and a variety of industrial products such as dyes, degreasers and lubricants, solvents, insecticides, resins and plastics. This chemical is commonly breathed in by workers at steel mills, petrochemical factories and railroad yards. Even tiny amounts of benzene inhaled or breathed in for a year or more can cause aplastic anemia.
Aplastic anemia is a disorder that affects all ages. However it is more common for men and has a lower peak in childhood leukemias. The disorder decreases the number of blood cells which can carry oxygen to tissues, leading to severe fatigue and other symptoms. It may lead to cancers of bone marrow or lymph nodes. In benzene cases, defendants may claim that there is no safe level of exposure to this carcinogen. A benzene lawyer could demonstrate that even trace amounts of the chemical are harmful over time.
People who have been diagnosed with aplastic anemia, and believe the condition is caused by exposure to benzene in the workplace should contact the Hughes Law Firm. Our firm collaborates with toxicologists as well as occupational medicine specialists to determine whether a link between the illness and exposure to benzene can be established. If so, we may bring a claim for compensation under Federal Employers Liability (FELA). This law was designed to compensate workers who suffer serious workplace diseases and injuries.
Vaccine Side Effects
The vaccines railroads use to protect workers from illness are generally safe and effective, but they may cause adverse reactions. Some of these side effects may be serious, but they tend to happen soon after vaccination and are self-limiting. Rare side effects, such anaphylaxis, may also occur following a vaccination but aren't usually life-threatening and are not likely to cause long-term health issues.
Some women who receive vaccinations may notice changes in their menstrual cycle, including heavier than normal bleeding. Other signs include the arm becoming sore or a lump near the injection site and mild fever. These symptoms can be treated with over-the-counter painkillers.
Vaccines are tested for safety before they are approved to be used in the United States, and the FDA and CDC have an archive of reports of adverse events that occurred after receiving an approved vaccine. The Vaccine Adverse Event Reporting System is used to track adverse effects that may not have been detected during a clinical study.
Certain of these reports may indicate an underlying medical condition such as anemia. This condition affects the bone marrow which is the location where blood cells are produced. It can affect any age group however it is more prevalent in children, and in those who are between 20 and 25. Symptoms of aplastic anemia are anemia, thrombocytopenia, and ecchymoses.
Camp Lejeune Water Contamination
The water supply at Marine Corps Base Camp Lejeune in North Carolina was contaminated by toxins such as perchloroethylene (PCE) as well as trichloroethylene (TCE) as well as benzene and vinyl chloride. The contamination was triggered by off-base fuel depots industrial waste and spills from chemical factories. More than 1 million Marines and their families remained at the base during the period of time that drinking water was affected. The chemicals in the water were connected to numerous illnesses, including aplastic anemia.
Multiple studies have linked the four chemicals that are found in the Camp Lejeune water to neurological problems, particularly aplastic anemia. Trichloroethylene for instance, can cause neurobehavioral deficits when exposed to low levels of it over many years. It is also a known carcinogen that can cause blood disorders, such as anemia with aplastic components.
Aplastic anemia can be an extremely debilitating illness. It can negatively impact the quality of life of a person and stop them from working at a desk, driving or attending social gatherings. It can also cause depression and anxiety. If you suffer from aplastic anemia, and you spent time at Camp Lejeune it is important to speak with an experienced attorney who can help you seek compensation for the negligence of the government. They can help you calculate the amount you've suffered that include lost income and medical expenses. In addition, they can fight for your right to get VA benefits and a fair settlement of your claim.
Compensation
A person suffering from myelodysplastic or aplastic anemia syndromes could be entitled to compensation for medical expenses loss of wages, pain and suffering. These conditions can be expensive to treat and shorten lives. The Federal Employers Liability Act allows workers to file claims for compensation for injuries and illnesses resulting from work. Contact csx settlement at Hartley Law Group, PLLC for help filing a claim under the FELA.