Houston Railroad Accident Lawyer
Hundreds of train accident related deaths and thousands of train accident related injuries occur every year. Whether it's a catastrophic train accident resulting from faulty railroad crossings or injuries suffered by railroad workers, the results are almost always serious, and often fatal. Train accident and injury cases can involve railroad employees who are injured on the job, and non-rail workers who are injured in a train accident such as an automobile-train collision occurring at a railroad crossing. All too often, these accidents could have been prevented by train workers and shipping companies. These careless railroad industry figures need to be held accountable for the harm they cause and their victims deserve to be compensated.
Defending Employees Injured in Houston Train Accidents
Railroad employees are covered by The Federal Employers Liability Act (FELA). FELA requires railroad employers to compensate employees who are injured on the job in various types of train accidents. Railroad injuries can be caused by improper supervision, poor working conditions, hazardous materials, inadequate safety measures, equipment failure, catastrophic events and human error.
Even though there are regulations to protect workers in what can be a dangerous workplace, there is little oversight by the federal government to ensure that the regulations are enforced. A recent Congressional hearing reviewed accusations that the railroad industry under-reports accidents and dangerous working conditions. The panel also heard reports of the inability of current Federal regulatory bodies to investigate and enforce existing laws governing railroad operation.
This means that railroad employees who are injured on the job must have qualified representation to ensure that railroad owners and operators fulfill the responsibilities mandated by FELA and other laws that regulate safety and proper operation of trains and railways. At Arnold & Itkin LLP, we have assisted railroad employees such as engineers, switchmen, brakemen and mechanics in recovering benefits available under the FELA. We know how to research and investigate common causes of injuries and will work diligently to make sure you receive the benefits you need to carry on in life.
What if a non-rail worker is injured?
Faulty railroad crossings, derailments, collisions, fires and hazardous material spills can each produce injuries and deaths among non-rail workers. At our firm, we can review your case to determine whether a personal injury or wrongful death lawsuit should be filed on your behalf and whether you will be entitled to compensation for your medical or funeral expenses, lost earnings, pain and suffering and other damages.
Injured victims who are not employees of the railroad must seek compensation based on the merits of the individual claim and prove liability on the part of the railroad owner and operator. Train accidents are typically very serious as they can involve death and life-altering injuries. In the aftermath, victims can be embroiled in lengthy investigations conducted by the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB), state and local authorities, as well as investigators and attorneys who work for the railroad company. Victims need qualified train accident lawyers on their side to help them through what can be a long, painful process.
Contact a Houston Train Accident Lawyer
If you or a loved one has been seriously injured in a train accident, contact a train accident lawyer at Arnold & Itkin LLP today. Our co-founders Kurt Arnold and Jason Itkin have been consistently recognized as "Rising Stars" by Texas Monthly magazine and listed among the "Top Lawyers for the People" by H Texas Magazine. We are outstanding trial lawyers and aggressive advocates who won't rest until we have done everything we can to make sure you and your family receive the funds you deserve after a catastrophic or fatal railroad accident. We can answer your questions, evaluate your case and explain your options for claiming compensation for your injury. We accept serious train accident cases on a contingency basis, so you pay us nothing unless we successfully recover compensation on your behalf.
Do not hesitate to contact a Houston train accident attorney from our firm today to learn more about how we can help!
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