If a railroad worker or a family member develops mesothelioma cancer, can they bring a railroad disease claim? The answer is yes, but there are two different ways this can happen, and two different laws apply. If a railroad worker gets mesothelioma, the Federal Employers Liability Act (FELA) gives them three years from when they…
Mesothelioma is an extremely serious diagnosis. It’s a terminal cancer, and there’s no known cure. However, railroad workers who worked in the 1960s, 70s, 80s, or 90s for a railroad were certainly exposed to asbestos on the job. Asbestos causes mesothelioma. Often, the worker or the family member has no idea where the worker was…
The Federal Employers’ Liability Act (FELA) is a federal law that allows railroad workers to file claims against their employers for injuries or illnesses resulting from workplace negligence. FELA applies to lung cancer claims if the cancer is linked to the worker’s occupational exposure to hazardous substances such as asbestos, diesel exhaust, silica dust, or…
Whistleblowers play a crucial role in uncovering fraud related to asbestos exposure in the railroad industry. They can expose companies that have knowingly concealed the presence of asbestos or failed to inform workers about the risks. By reporting fraudulent actions, whistleblowers can help hold railroad companies accountable under laws like the False Claims Act, which protects individuals who come forward and ensures that companies are liable for failing to comply with asbestos safety regulations.