Railroad Injury Claims are Different for Railroad Workers and Non-Workers
Railroad law-related claims are complex. Qualified railroad lawyers know this and can help you navigate the complexities successfully.
Railroad workers must file claims based on the Federal Employers Liability Act (FELA). The levels of liability and burdens of proof are different than those applied to victims who are not employees of a railroad company. Typical workers compensation benefits usually available to employees are not available to railroad employees. Those benefits are administered by the Federal Railroad Administration.
Injured individuals who are not railroad employees do not have some of the advantages afforded by FELA. The requirement for proof of liability on the part of the railroad companies is higher. There is the possibility of more than one claim in some cases. The railroad operator may not be the railroad owner. If railroad cargo is involved in an accident claim, the owner/shipper of that cargo may bear liability in the incident. Likewise, if there is equipment failure involved in a claim, the manufacturer of the failed component or the maintainer may be liable if they are different than the owner or operator of the railroad company.
You need a qualified railroad / FELA attorney to assist you in navigating the bureaucratic process of railroad related injury claims. The attorneys at Arnold & Itkin LLP have the experience you need and are prepared to protect your interest so that you are fairly compensated for your injuries
For a free consultation, contact a railroad injury attorney at Arnold & Itkin LLP by calling toll free (866)222-2606 or by submitting the form at the top of this page.
