Train Accident FAQ | Questions Regarding Railroad Accident Injury Lawsuits

Who can be held responsible for my train accident injuries?

If injured you may be able to establish a claim with any person or entity that was responsible for the accident. This may include

1. Railroad Company,
2. Railroad Operator
3. MTA light rail Transit agencies
4. Local City and State operator and administrators
5. City where the accident took place
6. Track owner
7. Manufacturer of the Train Engine

Are there different types of train accidents?  If so what are they?

Rail accidents and collision may include the following incidents

• Train Derailment
• Train-train collision
• Train-auto collision
• Train-Public Transportation collision
• Train-Motorcycle collision
• Train-pedestrian collisions
• Damage to property
• Train Slip and Fall Accident
• Falling Objects from Trains causing injury

What damages can I recover for my train collision injuries?

• Gastos médicos: Los gastos médicos incluyen todas las facturas y costes médicos, incluidos los incurridos en la sala de urgencias, visitas al hospital, visitas al médico, centro de pruebas de resonancia magnética, radiólogos, quiroprácticos, dentistas o cualquier otro profesional tratante que haya sido necesario como consecuencia de su lesión. Los gastos médicos incluyen además cualquier dispositivo médico, como muletas, aparatos ortopédicos o equipos médicos utilizados y adquiridos durante su recuperación.
• Gastos médicos futuros: Unfortunately, the effects of a train related accident can often be felt for months, years, or even a lifetime after the injury occurred.
• Salarios perdidos: After an accident, you are entitled to any income you lost as a result of the car accident
• Pérdida de capacidad de ganancia: In addition to current lost wages, victims of train accidents are eligible to receive compensation for future lost wages.
• Angustia mental: A victim an accident can further be compensated for mental suffering that could include fright, anxiety, depression, trauma, grief or feelings of distress. Pérdida del Consorcio: A victims spouse may recover for loss of consortium when that spouse loses the ability to have normal marital relations. Property Damage: Our Culver City attorneys will make sure that you receive the full value for all your property damage.

My relative was killed in a Train Accident do I have a claim for compensation

Yes: California Law CODE OF CIVIL PROCEDURE  SECTION 377.60-377.62 states,

” A cause of action for the death of a person caused by the wrongful act or neglect of another may be asserted by any of the following persons or by the decedent’s personal representative on their behalf: The decedent’s surviving spouse or domestic partner, children, and issue of deceased children, or, if there is no surviving issue of the decedent, the persons, including the surviving spouse or domestic partner, who would be entitled to the property of the decedent by intestate succession.”  

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What are the most common causes of railroad accidents and derailments?

Derailments, and train accidents are usually caused by

• Negligencia,
• Safety violations
• Operator fatigue
• Exceso de velocidad
• Reckless Conduct by a train conductor, rail inspector or railroad maintenance mechanic
• DUI: Illegal use of Drugs or Alcohol while operating a train
• Improper storage of hazardous chemicals on board
• Faulty train track or rail inspection
• Defective or improper maintenance of crossing signals

¿Qué es la negligencia?

De acuerdo con la Ley de California, una Parte es Negligente cuando falla de una manera esperada de una persona razonablemente prudente actuando en circunstancias similares. En consecuencia, la negligencia requiere la demostración de cuatro elementos:

(1) Se debe un deber de diligencia al demandante dadas las circunstancias,
(2) la parte responsable incumple su deber de diligencia para con la parte perjudicada (demandante)
(3) el demandado fue la causa real y próxima de los daños del demandante y
(4) the plaintiff actually suffered some harm (psychological or physical) as a result of the defendants negligence.

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Should I sue for Injuries ?

If you’ve suffered a serious injury in a train derailment or railroad accident you must first tend to your wounds and heal your injuries.  Buscar la reivindicación de sus derechos es nuestro trabajo. Our aggressive and tenacious team will keep on the offensive until they make sure you have been fully compensated for your injuries and vindicated for your loss.  We will go to trial and take on liable drivers and their insurance carriers’ so that your rights are protected.

Who do I contact if I have been injured in a train accident?

If you need a trusted accident attorney we can help. We will take care of every legal detail and make sure you achieve the highest compensation possible for your loss; in the meantime, concentrate on the most important part of this process – tu recuperación. Recuerde que it is crucial to act quickly after you’ve been injured to report injury before any limitations can lower or extinguish your rightful claim. Llámenos para consulta gratuita with one of our lawyers regarding your injuries: (855) 339-8879 Más información: California Common Carrier Laws and Train Accidents