Florida Railroad Accident Lawyers Practicing Nationwide
RAILROAD INJURY LAW
When railroad companies fail to follow proper safety procedures, lives and financial futures can be at stake.
FELA
The railroad must not interfere with medical treatment and are not allowed to retaliate when an injury is reported.
Two Decades of Trial Experience in Railroad Law
James Holland II (known as "Jamie" to his clients and friends) has two decades of trial experience in railroad, trucking and significant injury cases. In spite of a very busy trial schedule, Jamie has dedicated significant time mentoring younger lawyers and helping them learn the techniques and skill to be successful in the courtroom. Jamie can be found coaching trial advocates, teaching CLE's and has helped develop the format for the Florida Justice Association's Al J. Cone Trial Advocacy College. This work led to him being honored by the Mickey Smiley award from the FJA young lawyers for his mentoring.
What We Do?
We represent rail workers, passengers, drivers & pedestrians.
RAILROAD INJURY LAW
Any insufficient measure of protection where the rail transportation is involved can result in tragedy.
RAILROAD WRONGFUL DEATH
The rail company's negligence is at the heart of every wrongful death, but proving it is no easy task.
FELA-FEDERAL EMPLOYER'S LIABILITY ACT
Under FELA, railroad workers can file compensation claims directly against the rail company.
FRSA-FEDERAL RAIL SAFETY ACT
FRSA prohibits rail companies from taking retaliatory action against injured employees.
RAILROAD UNIONS & INJURY
You're not required to use an attorney designated by your union when pursuing a claim.
WHISTLEBLOWER PROTECTION
The whistleblower protection law is designed to safeguard workers who report injuries or safety hazards.
RAILROAD DISABILITY BENEFITS
Railroad employees are entitled to disability benefits based on their length of service.
RAILWAY CROSSING INJURIES
Inadequate warnings and failed traffic devices are a common cause of railroad crossing accidents.
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OUR FIRM HAS RECOVERED
Railroad Conductor Injured in Crossing Collision
$6.22 Million
A railroad conductor riding the leading edge of a train was pinched between the train and a dump truck when the truck driver failed to yield the right of way. This Tampa Conductor lost one leg and lost use of the other leg. (Last offer from the insurance company before trial was $250,000.)
Railroad Conductor Injured Shoulder Throwing a Railroad Switch
$2.2 Million
A Miami conductor was injured when the switch he was operating hung up during the course of switching. The jury found the railroad liable for violating numerous federal regulations of switch & track maintenance. An injured rotator cuff and torn labrum prevented his return to work on the railroad.
Railroad Conductor Injured in Crossing Collision
$6.22 Million
A railroad conductor riding the leading edge of a train was pinched between the train and a dump truck when the truck driver failed to yield the right of way. This Tampa Conductor lost one leg and lost use of the other leg. (Last offer from the insurance company before trial was $250,000.)
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