A common mistake that is made is to assume that an accident involving a train is the same or similar to any other type of car accident. That is simply not the case.

• Trains are covered by commercial insurance policies that are generally valued at more than that of a normal passenger car. With so much money at stake, the insurance company will approach your claim in an extremely aggressive manner.
• Railroad companies have their own team of defense attorneys that spend all day, everyday, fighting cases just like yours.
• Trains are federally regulated which creates complicated areas of overlap between state and federal laws.

The biggest obstacle comes from the public's perception of trains. Generally speaking, trains are generally deemed to be a relatively safe method of transportation and most people naturally think that a collision between a train and a car is the driver of the car's fault. This is an unfair stereotype but nevertheless it is one that you will encounter.

Train accidents, such as collisions with other trains, collisions with cars, collisions with buses or commercial vehicles, and derailments can be caused by various factors, including conductor negligence, operation on dated and unsuitably maintained tracks, or a mechanical failure that leads to an accident or injury. Railroad companies may also be liable for injuries that occur as a result of inadequate security on trains and in station.

Have you sustained personal injuries in an accident involving a train? If so, you need to call me now so I can preserve your legal rights and obtain the compensation you deserve.