Railroad Accident Attorneys
Orlando, Florida
Railroad accidents can cause horrific injuries and death. In a serious train accident, the life of the victim as well as the victim’s family can be changed forever.
Railroad accidents may be caused by any number of things including:
- Improperly Maintained Train Tracks
- Operator Inexperience
- Obstructed Railroad Signs
- Mechanical Failure
- Railroad Crossing Malfunctions
- Defective Train Equipment
The actual causes of a particular railroad accident can be difficult to determine. For that reason, we often retain accident reconstruction experts to re-create the circumstances of the accident to show how it was caused and who is at fault.
A serious train accident may involve a collision or derailment. Sometimes Railroad accidents can involve cars, other trains, passengers, and even pedestrians. Because of the severity of damage and injuries caused by train accidents, it is essential to hire the right Railroad accident attorney. Because of our experience with complex accident cases, we believe that Colling, Gilbert, Wright & Carter is your best choice.
Click here for frequently asked questions about railroad accident claims.
If a railroad employee is injured in a train accident (or suffers another work related injury), the resulting claim is considered is covered by a completely separate administrative process called FELA (Federal Employees Liability Act). FELA was developed as a type of workers’ compensation for railroad employees who were injured on the job, whether by a train accident or otherwise.
If you or a family member has been injured from a railroad accident in Florida, whether or not the victim was a railroad employee, please contact the railroad accident lawyers at Colling Gilbert Wright & Carter. Our experienced railroad accident lawyers know how to handle any type of railroad accident claim, and we will work hard to get you the compensation you deserve.
3 5 2 - 3 4 7 6
