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Non-Hodgkin's Lymphoma Railroad Settlement

A railroad injury lawyer who has experience in handling these cases can assist you to determine the amount of compensation you are entitled to. Compensation can help cover medical expenses, future needs loss of wages, suffering and pain.

Civilians, Marines and employees who were exposed between 1953 and 1987 to harmful chemicals in the water of Camp Lejeune could be eligible for compensation. Contact us now to make a claim. an appeal.

Benzene

Benzene, an aromatic hydrocarbon, is highly flammable and has low flashpoint. It is also a carcinogen which may cause leukemia, Non-Hodgkin's Lymphoma Railroad Settlement non-Hodgkin's lymphoma, and other types of cancer. It can be inhaled, and absorbed through the skin, or inhaled. Benzene is present in gasoline and diesel as well as other petroleum-based products. It is used in rubbers, plastics and dyes as well as degreasers and solvents as well as resins.

Numerous epidemiologic studies have linked the exposure of benzene to an increased risk of developing non-Hodgkin's Lymphoma. They include a longitudinal cohort study of employees at the Camp Lejeune Marine Corps base who were exposed to benzene and numerous case-control studies of civilian workers in various jobs and industries. These studies found a significant increase in the chances of being diagnosed with non-Hodgkin lymphoma for those who were exposed to the chemical benzene. This includes those who had very short exposure time.

Trichloroethylene is yet another cause of non Hodgkin lymphoma. TCE is an industrial solvent used in dry cleaning and was one of the chemicals that were found in drinking water at the Camp Lejeune base. A number of epidemiologic studies on workers at the base also identified an increased risk of developing non-Hodgkin Lymphoma, and different types of leukemia, and lymphoma due to exposure to TCE.

Glyphosate

Monsanto Roundup contains a chemical called glyphosate, which has been linked to non-Hodgkin lymphoma. The chemical has been deemed to be harmful by several medical agencies, including the World Health Organization's International Agency for Research on Cancer. The company has been a target of lawsuits filed by cancer patients and their families.

In March 2017, California’s Office of Environmental Health Hazard Assessment (OEHHA) added the chemical glyphosate, which is known to cause cancer. Monsanto tried to stop the move, but failed. The company also did not stop the state's requirement that all products contain this chemical should be recalled.

The European Union's EFSA and ECHA have synchronized their assessments of glyphosate, so the two EU regulators are able to decide whether to renew the pesticide's approval based on the most recent scientific data. The synchronized assessments will help avoid conflicts of interest.

In the Roundup cases the court has set strict restrictions on the evidence plaintiffs may use to support their claims. The judge has called for expert testimony on internal corporate documents and other communications that he believes should not be considered by the jury. A California jury handed Edwin Hardeman more than $80 Million after concluding that Roundup was the cause of his cancer. The punitive damages were decreased by the court, but the jury's decision was a major victory for cancer sufferers.

Cadmium

Cadmium is a poisonous heavy metal found in the natural environment and through human activities. It can be absorbed by plants and passed on up the food chain. Plants that are fertilized with cadmium fertilizer or commercial sludge can build up higher levels of cadmium than usual and then pass the metal on to larger organisms including humans. The risk of exposure to cadmium is higher to be experienced by vegetarians, children, and smokers.

Consuming food with high levels of toxins can cause stomach cramps, stomach pain and vomiting. It can also cause bones to become weak and weaker, as well as kidney disease. Long-term exposure to high levels of cadmium can cause death.

Inhaling cadmium dust can cause irritation to the lung and cause lung damage in the form of shortness of breath, chest pain. It can cause dry lips and eyelids and cause irritation to the skin. It is particularly harmful to infants and children.

Workers are exposed in fields such as mining, battery manufacturing ore refining, as well as metal soldering. Workers are also exposed to cadmium within industries that manufacture coatings, polymers and plating. Employees involved in electronic recycling metal machining, welding, ceramics, gold or silver refining, and solar cell manufacturing are also at risk of exposure to cadmium. An experienced railroad injury lawyer at Hughes Law Offices will conduct an extensive intake and determine which workplaces and exposures contributed to the claimant's non-Hodgkin's lymphoma.

Lead

In normal circumstances, white blood cells called lymphocytes go through a predetermined life cycle. Old lymphocytes go through a death process, and your body makes new ones to replace them. In non-Hodgkin's lupus, these lymphocytes develop abnormalities and grow out of control. They can form growths (tumors) throughout the lymphatic system which includes the lymph nodes, thymus, the spleen, and bone marrow. Non-Hodgkin's lymphoma can also affect other organs, including the skin, digestive tract and the lungs.

Treatment options are determined by the fact that the lymphocytes responsible for non-Hodgkin lymphoma are B or T cells. In general, B cells form tumors more often than T cells, however there are exceptions. The most commonly encountered types of non-Hodgkin's lymphoma which contain B cells include large B-cell lymphoma with diffuse size, mantle and Non-Hodgkin's Lymphoma Railroad Settlement follicular lymphoma. The NK cells, which are immune cells that have some similarities to T cells, could also develop cancerous growths. The most well-known NK/T cell lymphoma is mycosis fogoides, which can grow on the skin or spread to other organs.

Non-Hodgkin lymphoma can be treated by the combination of radiation therapy, chemotherapy or both. These treatments kill harmful lymphocytes and boost the production of healthy cells. They can also cause side consequences and harm healthy tissues. This is why it is important to discuss the risks and benefits of each type of treatment with your health care team.