Florida Railroad Crossing Accident Law Firm

Every year in the U.S., thousands of collisions occur at railroad crossings that are poorly marked, poorly lit, or otherwise difficult to see or navigate. The result – thousands of people are injured or even killed. Considering the locomotive engine alone can weigh more than 100 tons or even 200 tons – that's 200,000 to 400,000 pounds – it's not surprising that a railroad crossing accident can involve serious, life-altering injuries that may require years of medical care and therapy. And that's just part of the costs -- railroad crossing accidents can cause loss of wages and other damages that can devastate the victim's savings in just a short amount of time.

Major Impacts, Major Injuries

While a few railroad crossing accidents may be the fault of the automobile driver, many accidents occur as a result of the railroad company's negligence, typically from a lack of signage or lighting that make it difficult to see the train when it's approaching or when it's already in the crossing. The result is a side impact or head-on collision that occurs with a massive amount of force.

Making sure the railroad company is held accountable for your crash-related medical costs and other expenses isn't easy. Railroads have big insurance companies with skilled attorneys working hard to limit damages and deny claims. Without your own legal representation, your chances of being compensated for your losses are virtually nonexistent.

Getting the Help You Need

The personal injury attorneys at Rail Justice have significant experience helping victims of railroad crossing accidents build strong cases to protect their rights and get the compensation they need and deserve for their losses. The key to getting the best outcome is to work with an attorney from the beginning so there's plenty of time to gather evidence and establish claims. If you've been injured in a railroad crossing accident or if you know someone who has, call us today at 888-519-RAIL (7245) to schedule a consultation and learn how we can help.