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East Palestine Toxic Train Spill Lawsuit

A February 2023 train derailment and subsequent fire in East Palestine, Ohio exposed thousands of people to Vinyl Chloride and other toxic chemicals. Train operator Norfolk Southern faced numerous lawsuits for injuries, property loss, and environmental damage caused by the disaster. In April of 2024, Seeger Weiss played an important role in securing a $600 million settlement from Norfolk Southern which resolved all class action claims within a 20-mile radius of the crash site and provided compensation for residents who lived within a 10-mile radius of the crash site.

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Last updated: May 30, 2025
East Palestine Toxic Train Spill Lawsuit

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