Unlimited Recovery for Railroad Injuries
The injuries resulting from railroad accidents are generally pretty serious in nature. Fortunately, the Federal Employees Liability Act (FELA) does not limit the amount of damages that railroad workers can recover.
The attorneys at the AV-rated* law firm of Godwin, Morris, Laurenzi & Bloomfield, P.C. know how to get you the best recovery possible for your railroad injuries. Serving Shelby County and beyond from our Memphis, Tennessee, office, we can help you with your railroad injury claim.
Act Fast Time is of the Essence
FELA claims are almost exactly like Jones Act/riverboat claims — there is no limit to the potential recovery amount, but time is of the essence. From the very beginning, the railroad company and the insurance companies will have a team of claims adjusters and experts working to come up with a reason to deny your claim.
Shorty after your accident, you will need to:
- Fill out an accident and injury report: This is common procedure for most work-related injuries. It is important to talk to an experienced attorney before filling this out.
- Make an official statement: Companies are aggressive in taking statements early on from everyone involved. Often the claims adjusters take recorded statements from everyone, trying to find reasons to deny your claim.
- Do a reenactment: The railroad company will have you do a reenactment, with insurance companies, lawyers, and claims adjusters on the scene.
If you have been injured in a railroad accident, call an attorney immediately. The other side has already started to prepare their defense.
Types of Railroad Injuries
Most railroad injuries are a result of faulty equipment or negligence on the part of the train crew. We represent clients for all types of railroad injuries, including:
- Serious injuries due to faulty equipment
- Back injuries
- Neck injuries
- Broken bones
- Lifting injuries/shoulder injuries
- Crush injuries
- Wrongful death
No Attorney's Fees Unless We Win
We work on a contingency fee basis, which means that you do not pay our attorney's fees unless you recover damages. We also offer free consultations. Either call our office in Shelby County, overlooking the Mississippi, or contact us online.
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