Environmental Litigation Group P.C. has assisted victims who have suffered toxic exposure injuries for the past 35 years. We have experienced attorneys who understand the complexities of FELA claims as well as the scientific evidence linking PFAS and other workplace toxins to serious illnesses and injuries. Compensation under FELA may be available to railroad workers who meet the eligibility criteria.
Who is affected
FELA covers employees of railroad companies engaged in interstate commerce. This includes a wide range of occupations within the railroad industry:
- Conductors
- Engineers
- Brakemen
- Track maintenance crews
- Signal workers
- Yard workers
- Shop workers
- Railroad firefighters who used AFFF
Workers injured while performing duties on rail lines, in rail yards, in repair shops, or during transport assignments can file FELA claims. Surviving spouses, children, or dependents can also file claims in cases where workplace exposures resulted in fatal illnesses.
Qualifying cancers & injuries
Railroad workers who developed cancer or serious illnesses linked to workplace exposures may be eligible to file FELA claims. To potentially qualify, you must have been diagnosed within the past three years. The following PFAS-related cancers qualify for compensation:
Railway workers who have handled asbestos-containing products throughout their careers continue to face significant risks from asbestos exposure. There are also serious health risks associated with diesel exhaust and creosote exposure among rail workers. The following cancers also qualify for FELA claims:
- Mesothelioma
- Lung cancer
- Throat cancer (esophageal, laryngeal, pharyngeal)
- Colon cancer
- Rectal cancer
We also file claims on your behalf under FELA for the following cancers caused by benzene:
Besides the above-mentioned cancers, ELG Law files FELA claims on behalf of railroad workers who suffered:
Key facts
Statute
FELA, 1908 (45 U.S.C. § 51 et seq.)
Burden of proof
Featherweight
Filing window
Diagnosed within last 3 years