Railroad accident litigation involves complex laws and requires specific knowledge of FELA laws. Railroad employees are protected by the Federal Employers’ Liability Act (FELA). This law is intended to increase safety and provide legal recourse for injured railroad workers. Generally, under FELA, an injured employee does not receive regular workers’ compensation, and the worker may also prove a claim that the railroad company was negligent. If the worker’s own negligence contributes to the railroad injury, usually the employer may still be required to provide partial compensation if the company bears some responsibility for the injury or death. For more information about FELA, or if you need to speak with an attorney, contact our firm immediately.
Our Lake Charles law firm has handled significant railroad accident cases involving:
- Complex litigation and multiple plaintiffs
- Negligent employers
- Train accidents: collisions, personal vehicle/train accidents, derailments
- Chemical exposure
- Wrongful death
If you are an injured railroad employee, the first important step you should take is to file a report with your supervisor to document the railroad injury. Do not sign or give statements to claims agents without consulting a railroad injury attorney. A statement by you may later be used to absolve the company and keep you from being compensated.
Get Legal Help for a Railroad Injury From Our Dedicated Lake Charles Attorneys
You need a Lake Charles railroad injury lawyer who knows how to represent railroad employees. The attorneys at our office are well-versed in FELA law, and we can help you present the strongest case possible for compensation. Reach out to Baggett McCall LLC online for a free consultation, or call 337-478-8888 or 1-800-New-Claim (639-5246) now. Speak directly with an experienced lawyer. Choose your lawyer carefully. Contact Baggett McCall today.