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Railroad Welding, Chromium Exposures & Cancer

Many railroad workers are at an increased risk of cancer as a result of being exposed to chromium through welding. Call 312-877-5588...

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Railroad Workers & Mesothelioma

Railroad workers are at an elevated risk of mesothelioma. Why is that? Because, historically, railroad workers have endured chronic exposures to asbestos....

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Mechanics & Asbestos

Mechanics are at an elevated risk of cancer and other diseases due to their workplace exposure to asbestos. What is Asbestos? Asbestos...

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Camp Lejeune Lawsuit

If you or a loved one has served, lived, or worked at the U.S. Marine Corps’ base Camp Lejeune in North Carolina...

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Fuels, Benzene & Leukemia Risk

As a result of gasoline and other fuel exposures, many tradespeople are at increased risk for leukemia. The crafts at elevated risk...

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Railroad Shop Workers, Solvents & Leukemia

Railroads rely on solvents to break down the grime and grease that accumulates on locomotives and railcars. Many of the most popular...

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Survey of Railroad Asbestos Verdicts and Settlements

Railroad asbestos cases have resulted in a wide range of verdicts and settlements. Bear in mind, some cases have resulted in “not...

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Railroad Chlorinated Solvent Exposure

For decades, the railroads relied on powerful chlorinated solvents to break down all the grime and grease that accumulates on locomotives and...

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Where Was Asbestos On The Railroad?

Norfolk Southern Railway (“NS”) recently produced a document from 1984 that is evidence of the railroad industry's reliance on asbestos-containing products. As...

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Client Experiences

What Railroad Workers and Their Families Say

Choosing a lawyer after a cancer diagnosis is an important decision. Hear from railroad workers and their families about their experience working with Hughes Law Offices.
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Wrongful Death Case

My family hired attorney Hughes for the wrongful death of my brother. Mr. Hughes worked very hard on our case, the results were excellent. I would recommend him to anyone needing an attorney, he is a very fair and kind person.

Unique Expertise

Andrew took over my asthma claim with the railroad after a different law firm failed to meet expectations. Andrew’s unique expertise in the field of diesel related injury gave him the ability to build my case exceptionally well. When Andrew presented...

Professional and Trustworthy

From my very first contact with Andrew we have found him to be compassionate, hard working and trust worthy. In the eight months we were associated with Andrew we feel he has also become a friend of ours...

Worked Diligently

For the past two years Andrew Hughes has worked diligently in helping me with my case against the Norfolk Southern R.R. During this time he has kept me thoroughly informed about my case his expertise led to me getting a generous settlement...


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    Ready to Find Out If Your Railroad Job Caused Your Illness?

    If you worked for the railroad and have been diagnosed with cancer, a blood disorder, or a serious respiratory illness, Hughes Law Offices can evaluate your occupational exposure history and explain your legal options under the Federal Employers' Liability Act (FELA).