Train accidents may seem rare, but they actually occur more than most people think. Whether you are a passenger on a railway car, or crossing the tracks on foot or in your vehicle, accidents with trains are typically catastrophic. According to the Federal Railroad Administration Office of Safety (FRAOS) Analysis, there were over 1,623 train accidents reported in California in 2017. Needless to say, these accidents leave individuals with dozens of resulting injuries — and sadly, often result in fatalities. Who is responsible when it comes to train accidents? One of our knowledgeable train accident attorneys can help answer this question, as well as secure and protect your rights in a court of law.
At James McKiernan Lawyers, we pride ourselves on forming a personal relationship with you when we take you on as a client. We work tirelessly to uncover the true cause of train accidents and use this information to determine who is responsible for the resulting damages. If you are suffering from injuries sustained in an accident with a train, then one of our experienced train accident attorneys can examine all possible angles in order to establish fault and/or negligence, therefore ensuring that you receive the best possible settlement.