Bill Voss stands as a cornerstone of legal advocacy in The Woodlands, Texas, leading The Voss Law Firm, P.C., a distinguished legal practice with a profound commitment to justice. With an impressive 22 years of experience in the field, Bill has built a reputation for tenacity and expertise, specializing in complex litigation. His firm serves clients across the United States, providing steadfast representation for those navigating challenging legal battles. Discover more about their dedicated approach at The Voss Law Firm, P.C.
Mr. Voss’ most recent work has focused on a large environmental justice case against Union Pacific Railroad. This very important story is unfolding, pointing to an environmental justice crisis that echoes the urgency and tragedies of Flint, Michigan, and Love Canal, NY.
More than 3,000 cancer victims from a poor Houston, Texas, neighborhood, many of whom have perished due to cancer-related illness.
This particular matter involves victims seeking damages for wrongful death, personal injury, and property diminution resulting from decades of environmental contamination originating from the Houston Wood Preserving Works (HWPW) facility. The facility, operated by Union Pacific Railroad Company (UPRR) and its predecessors, used creosote, pentachlorophenol (PCP), and petroleum products in its wood treatment operations.
The Plaintiffs have constructed a scientifically rigorous and narratively compelling case that poses a severe trial risk to UPRR. The combination of definitive source attribution, significant exposure pathways, and devastating health impacts creates a scenario where Union Pacific could expose itself to a catastrophic trial outcome.
The Plaintiffs’ case is supported by a robust, multi-disciplinary expert team that has established a scientifically cohesive causation chain. This team includes experts in forensic environmental chemistry, hydrogeology, toxicology, oncology, meteorology, plumbing, and real estate appraisal. Together, they argue that UPRR not only caused the contamination but also failed to meet the standard of care in investigating and remediating the site, systematically under-characterizing the exposure pathways and leaving the surrounding community at risk for decades.
Trial Is Set for Early Next Year
Bill Voss and The Voss Law Firm, P.C. continue to set a high standard for legal excellence and client advocacy. Their enduring success is rooted in their specialized expertise, their impressive track record of financial recovery, and a profound commitment to supporting their clients through some of their most challenging times.
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