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Railroad FELA injury attorneys
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Railroad workers who are injured on or around trains engaged in interstate commerce while on the job are protected under a federal law, called the Federal Employers Liability Act (FELA). This Act ensures proper compensation for workers who are injured due to the railroad company's negligence, but there are many rules and exceptions that apply to whether an injury is covered. Generally, the worker’s injury must be related to negligence or a defect of equipment, such as the engine, cars or track. You should immediately consult with a lawyer if your personal injuries occurred on or around a train or train track.
In all of our railroad FELA injury cases, we advance all costs. No attorney fees apply unless we are able to obtain a recovery on your behalf.
Under F.E.L.A., the railroad companies have certain duties that they may be held accountable for such as:
Enforcing regulation and safety rules
- Reasonable maintenance regarding weather conditions (such as the removal of snow)
- Keeping the work environment free of hazards
- Inspection of equipment and tools for safety
- Providing proper assistance, training, and supervisors within job functions
This requirement of negligence makes FELA different from traditional workers compensation in that the railroad employee must prove that the railroad was negligent before they can collect compensation. In a traditional workers compensation claim, employer negligence is not required. The personal injury lawyers of Mitchell S. Sexner & Associates LLC can assist you with such a claim.
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