Railway work is dangerous, particularly when railroad workers are exposed to moving equipment, tracks, and switching devices. A small mistake or misjudgement can lead to serious injury. That’s why federal safety rules require railroads to have strict procedures in place to protect workers in hazardous areas. One important safety system is blue flag protection. If…
If you were a railroad worker who was injured outside of the state of Virginia, or a passenger harmed in a train derailment in another state, you may wonder whether Shapiro, Washburn & Sharp can represent you. The short answer is yes—our experienced railroad attorneys do represent clients in railroad cases throughout the eastern United…
Railroad Injury Lawyer In 1908, the Federal Employers’ Liability Act was passed by Congress. After recognizing the dangers inherent in being employed by the railroad industry, FELA was created so that employees could be compensated fairly for any injuries they sustained while on the job. Before FELA was enacted, death and injury statistics among railway…
John worked for decades as an Amtrak brakeman/conductor, ensuring freight and passengers reached their destinations safely. He later worked for a Class One freight railroad. He took pride in his work and never imagined that the job he devoted so much to would one day put his entire life at risk. When John turned 64…
Usually, if an accident occurs while you’re working in the railroad industry, an accident report is filed. This isn’t always the case, though. What if you were injured on the job, but there was no accident report? Can you still bring a FELA claim against your employer? The short answer is “yes.” Find out more below,…