Louisiana Railroad Workers Mesothelioma Lawyer

Trusted Railroad Workers Mesothelioma Attorney in Louisiana

The railroad industry has always had a relatively high occupational risk of injury or illness, but one of the most often overlooked risk factors of this industry is asbestos exposure. If you worked in the railroad industry and have been recently diagnosed with mesothelioma, it’s crucial to consult an experienced Louisiana railroad workers’ mesothelioma lawyer as soon as possible. They can help you explore your legal options for claiming compensation.

Representing Louisiana Railroad Workers’ Mesothelioma Cases

A Louisiana mesothelioma lawyer at Wallace & Graham, PA can help you understand your legal options after a mesothelioma diagnosis. If you worked in the railroad industry in Louisiana, you may have been exposed to asbestos from steam locomotive insulation, engine gaskets, brake linings, and from older facilities that contained asbestos insulation and pipe coverings. The first challenge in your case is to determine when and where you were exposed.

There are only about 3,000 new mesothelioma cases diagnosed throughout the US each year, but while mesothelioma may not be a very common form of cancer, it is both incurable and terminal. The average five-year relative survival rate for all stages of pleural mesothelioma is just 15%, and treatment is very challenging. You have a short time to pursue accountability for this life-changing diagnosis, and our firm is ready to help you.

Why You Need to Hire a Railroad Workers’ Mesothelioma Lawyer in Louisiana

One of the most challenging parts of any mesothelioma case is accurately determining the source of the asbestos exposure that caused your mesothelioma diagnosis. If you were exposed at your current job, you may qualify to claim workers’ compensation benefits through your employer. However, you could also have alternative legal options available to you.

If the company responsible for your mesothelioma diagnosis is no longer operating, it is possible the company was required to establish a mesothelioma trust fund. Many companies that formerly produced asbestos products in the US were required to create these trusts to compensate those adversely affected by their products. Your Louisiana railroad workers’ mesothelioma attorney may deduce that such a company is liable and you qualify to file a mesothelioma claim to their trust.

When an employer, property owner, or manufacturer is liable for your diagnosis, then you may have grounds to file a personal injury case against them for toxic exposure. Success with this case could enable you to recover compensation for your medical bills, lost income, and the pain and suffering you have experienced, and having the right attorney handling your case significantly improves your chances of reaching a favorable outcome.

Ultimately, mesothelioma is a life-changing diagnosis, and you’re likely to have many difficult legal questions after receiving this news. The attorneys at Wallace & Graham, PA accept mesothelioma cases on a contingency fee basis, so there is no upfront cost to hire our firm. We only charge a fee after we recover compensation for you, and if we are unable to help you recover, you pay nothing.

It also costs nothing to meet with us and learn more about your legal options. We have successfully helped many railroad workers with mesothelioma cases nationwide and will put this experience to work in your case. Contact Wallace & Graham, PA today to schedule a free consultation with an experienced Louisiana railroad workers’ mesothelioma lawyer you can trust. We look forward to helping with your case.