Texas Railroad Workers Mesothelioma Lawyer

Experienced Railroad Workers Mesothelioma Attorney in Texas

Railroad workers in Texas have historically faced many occupational risks of injury and illness, including asbestos exposure. This exposure can cause mesothelioma, so if you have been diagnosed with this condition after working in the railroad industry, it is crucial to speak with a Texas railroad workers’ mesothelioma lawyer as soon as possible about your legal options.

Representing Texas Railroad Workers’ Mesothelioma Cases

The Texas mesothelioma lawyers at Wallace & Graham, PA have nearly 40 years of experience representing clients nationwide in mesothelioma cases. Many railroad workers in Texas have been exposed to asbestos from steam locomotive insulation, engine gaskets, brake linings, and from working in older buildings that contain asbestos insulation. Many years of this exposure can eventually result in a mesothelioma diagnosis.

There are only about 3,000 new mesothelioma cases diagnosed nationwide each year, so this is not an especially common form of cancer. However, it is both incurable and terminal. Pleural mesothelioma, the most common type of this disease, has a five-year relative survival rate at the localized stage of just 23%, and this drops to 11% once it has spread to distant parts of the body. You may only have a short time to explore your legal options after your diagnosis.

Why You Should Hire a Railroad Workers’ Mesothelioma Lawyer

The first challenge in a mesothelioma case is identifying the source of the asbestos exposure that caused your diagnosis. If you were exposed to asbestos at your current job, you may be eligible to claim workers’ compensation benefits through your employer. However, you could have grounds to claim more from a mesothelioma trust fund or by filing a personal injury case for toxic exposure.

Many US companies that formerly produced asbestos products were required to establish mesothelioma trust funds to compensate those found in the future to have been harmed by their products. It often takes decades for mesothelioma to appear after exposure, and your Texas railroad workers’ mesothelioma lawyer can help you determine whether you are eligible to file a claim to one of these trusts.

If you have grounds to file a personal injury case for toxic exposure against a product manufacturer, employer, property owner, or other defendant, success with the case could allow you to recover compensation for your medical bills, lost earning capacity, and the pain and suffering you have experienced.

Ultimately, these cases are inherently challenging in several ways. The attorneys at Wallace & Graham, PA accept mesothelioma cases on a contingency fee basis, so there is no upfront fee to hire our firm. We only charge a fee after we recover compensation for you, and there is no cost to you at all if we are unable to secure a recovery for any reason.

During an initial consultation with our team, we will review the details of your diagnosis, your work history, and other evidence to determine your legal options. If you are ready to learn more about your legal options after your mesothelioma diagnosis, contact us today to schedule a free consultation with an experienced Texas railroad workers’ mesothelioma lawyer you can trust.