Legal Support From An Occupational Disease Attorney In Milton
Last updated on August 11, 2025
Occupational diseases are health conditions that arise due to exposure to hazardous substances or environments in the workplace. These illnesses can develop over time and may not be immediately apparent, making them challenging to diagnose.
Naumes Law Group, LLC is dedicated to assisting individuals affected by occupational diseases. We understand the complexities involved in proving the connection between your work environment and your health condition. Our experienced legal team will guide you through the process, ensuring you receive the compensation and support you deserve.
How Our Occupational Disease Attorneys In Massachusetts Can Help
Bob Naumes has represented railroad workers exposed to chemicals as well as asbestos. Recent cases include the representation of a laborer exposed to benzene as a result of his cleaning parts in the Boston and Maine Billerica Shop and preparing trains for departure from outlying facilities. Additionally, the Plaintiff was exposed to benzene while working for Amtrak in the same position.
Mr. Naumes brought this case pursuant to the Federal Employers’ Liability Act when the worker developed Acute Myelogenous Leukemia. Despite the fact that the client passed away during the lawsuit, the co-worker’s deposition testimony recreated the process of starting the diesel locomotives each morning. Using expert testimony, the working conditions that the Plaintiff experienced were recreated and used to demonstrate a significant exposure to benzene.
The case settled for a confidential amount at a mediation prior to trial. The Plaintiff used diesel fuel, mineral spirits, and Varsol to clean locomotive parts during his career at the Boston & Maine Railroad. Attorney Naumes was able to demonstrate that these products contained benzene at levels that were more significant than the Material Safety Data Sheets indicated, and that under the extreme conditions that the Plaintiff’s work resulted in significant exposures to Benzene.
Benzene is a known carcinogen. Like asbestos, small doses of benzene can cause serious health problems. Railroad workers are exposed to benzene while cleaning traction motors, locomotive parts, and while working inside the engines of diesel locomotives.
The time limit for filing an occupational disease claim varies from state to state. Under the Federal Employers Liability Act, for example, it is three years from the date you knew or should have known that you had a work-related injury.
In addition to asbestos, mesothelioma and benzene cases, the Naumes Law Group, LLC is currently representing former NFL players for concussion-related injuries.
Talk To A Milton Occupational Disease Lawyer Today
If you suspect you have an occupational disease, contact our Milton law office at 617-982-0064 for a no-cost consultation. You can also set up an appointment through our website.