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Silica is one of the most common minerals in the earth’s crust. Glass, beach sand, silicone, quartz, and granite are all silica materials. There are two forms of silica–crystalline and noncrystalline. The most common form of crystalline silica is quartz, found in sand, gravel, clay, granite, diatomaceous earth, and many other rock forms. Non-crystalline silica is found in glass, silicon carbide, and silicone. Crystalline silica is a bigger worry for the health of your lungs. When we talk about workplace or occupational silica exposure, we speak about crystalline silica or quartz. If you are experiencing any of the following symptoms, you should schedule an appointment with your doctor immediately and advise your doctor of your occupational history and other possible exposures. #LawyersWhoServe #WorkplaceExposure #ExposureCausingCancer #PO #ProtectingOthers #PoolsonOden #FelaAttorney #RailroadAttorney

Case Study of Railroad Worker ?? A railroad bridge worker was injured while renovating a railway bridge in Louisiana when struck by a 1,000-pound railroad wooden timber swung by a track hoe operator. The railroad bridge worker was thrown onto the bridge’s surface, where the railroad timber fell on him, crushing his right leg. Due to his injuries, the railroad bridge worker underwent surgery to fix his crushed leg by inserting a rod and screws into his tibia and fibula. A lawsuit was filed against his railroad employer and the bridge repair contractor. After a three-day trial in federal court in New Orleans, the jury returned a unanimous verdict for the railroad bridge worker. #LawyersWhoServe #WorkplaceExposure #ExposureCausingCancer #PO #ProtectingOthers #PoolsonOden #FelaAttorney #RailroadAttorney

PO loves partnering with our community and the great work that the Catholic Charities Archdiocese of New Orleans offers local adults and children. Recently, we were made aware of a young lady in their Extended Foster Care (Independent Living Program) that needed help furnishing her living space with basic supplies. Our team came together to donate a care package. A note from Christine, Director of Catholic Charities Archdiocese of New Orleans: "The Poolson-Oden Law Firm provided more than food with their generous donation. Our clients are on a limited budget and through this gift, the stress of deciding to buy food or purchase required school supplies, required work shoes, a coat or hygiene products is eased. What a lovely gift Poolson-Olden gave: a “grocery store” in the Case Managers’ office. Clients may pick up food when they are working with their Case Manager, Job Employment Specialists or participating in a program designed for self-sufficiency and/or community engagement. Poolson- Oden has given the gift of dignity to our clients and the gift of support to our Case Managers and team." #LawyersWhoServe #GivingBack #BlessedToBeABlessing #LouisianaAttorney

Diesel fuel is used in most large engines. Unfortunately for railroaders, diesel is carcinogenic to humans, meaning its fumes can cause cancer. It can be surprising and disheartening for railroad workers to learn that diesel exhaust fumes can be so hazardous. If you are experiencing shortness of breath or difficulty breathing, you should schedule an appointment with your doctor immediately and advise your doctor of your occupational history and other possible exposures. #LawyersWhoServe #WorkplaceExposure #ExposureCausingCancer #PO #ProtectingOthers #PoolsonOden #FelaAttorney #RailroadAttorney

Okay now that Mardi Gras is over, see if you can get BINGO and tell us in the comments! ??????

Get to know one of the first PO team members you may encounter at our firm! Mike Zachary, affectionately known as Mike Z, is our boots-on-the-ground operative that travels all over the south answering railroader’s questions, meeting with unions, visiting railroaders in the hospital and so much more. Mike Z is a former railroader that worked with Carisa after his own on-the-job injury and now gets to help others everyday! We are truly grateful to have Mike on our team. #TeamworkMakesTheDreamWork #POteam #PoolsonOden #RailroadersHelpingRailroaders

Unfortunately, continuous exposure to any of these may cause long-term illnesses, including various types of cancer. It’s essential to understand your occupational exposures and what diseases they could cause; you may be experiencing unexplained symptoms currently. It’s also possible you were diagnosed with an illness or cancer but didn’t realize your occupational hazard exposure may be the cause. If you fall into any of these categories, you may be entitled to compensation for your occupational illness. #LawyersWhoServe #WorkplaceExposure #ExposureCausingCancer #PO #ProtectingOthers #PoolsonOden #FelaAttorney #RailroadAttorney

Thank you Mike for your courage to come forward and create a safer environment for your fellow railroad workers. Also, thank you for these kind words! #LawyersWhoServe #WorkplaceExposure #ExposureCausingCancer #PO #ProtectingOthers #PoolsonOden #FelaAttorney #RailroadAttorney

Attention Railroad Workers and former railroad workers, you may have been exposed to workplace hazards that cause cancer. #LawyersWhoServe #WorkplaceExposure #ExposureCausingCancer #PO #ProtectingOthers #PoolsonOden #FelaAttorney #RailroadAttorney

Working as a railroader, you may have been exposed to many dangerous and/or carcinogenic chemicals and products. Most railroaders we help work around these chemicals and products regularly, without realizing the level of danger. This month we will be diving into this risk to railroaders and continuing our mission... #EducateToProtect #LawyersWhoServe #WorkplaceExposure #ExposureCausingCancer #PO #ProtectingOthers #PoolsonOden #FelaAttorney #RailroadAttorney