FELA Attorney

Protection for Railroad Workers

Although transportation technology has come a long way, the railway system is still a highly-used transportation system being used throughout the country. These railways need a workforce that will ensure they are well maintained and meeting all safety standards. This workforce has quite a precarious environment to work in as one would expect, thus in 1908, the United States passed the Federal Employers' Liability Act (FELA) that would protect these railroad workers and their families.

FELA allows railroad workers to hold the railroad liable if they are injured while working. An injured railroad worker is able to file a claim to recover more than just lost wages as dictated by FELA. An injured worker or the worker's family can also recover medical expenses, compensation for pain and suffering and much more.

If you are a railroad worker that has been injured on the job, there are some steps to keep in mind while you begin looking into filing a claim against the railroad. First, document any co-workers that witnessed your accident. Record all of their contact information. Second, be sure to report the accident to your union. Include the details of your actual injury. Third, do not sign anything without consulting with a FELA attorney first. Fourth, do not make any quick decision on compensation amounts. You may be offered a settlement without even having to file a claim. Do not accept anything until you have spoken to a FELA attorney. Lastly, speak to a FELA attorney.

FELA is a complicated set of rules and regulations. Choosing the right attorney can make all the difference in your FELA claim. When you move forward on taking legal steps, choose an attorney that has knowledge of FELA and can clearly explain how the standards under FELA will apply to your case. Understand that this is a specialized area of law. The FELA attorneys at Williams Kherkher have in depth knowledge of FELA. They will sit down with you to assess you case for free.

Upon meeting your FELA attorney, it would be prudent to be able to explain certain facts about your injury. Be able to give a lot of details about your injury since the more serious it is the higher your compensation may be. Explain all medical expenses you have incurred since recovering medical expenses can be part of your claim. Be open with your attorney. They are your advocate and will be focused on getting as much compensation they can for past, present and future lost wages and/or pain and suffering.

Do not hesitate to ask the Williams Kherkher FELA attorney all the questions you have. Call Williams Kherkher today to schedule your free initial consultation.