RAILROAD ACCIDENT Lawyers FOR UPSTATE NY
Railroads are plentiful across the Hudson and Capital District regions. At Maynard, O’Connor, Smith & Catalinotto, we have experience representing clients throughout the Albany, Saugerties, Amsterdam, Catskill, Gloversville, and Johnstown areas, who have been injured in railroad accidents.
A railroad accident often involves a train and another vehicle, such as a car or truck, or even a pedestrian. Due to the size and weight of trains, these accidents are very serious and result in severe injuries, traumatic amputation or even death.
Because railroad companies have teams of corporate lawyers standing by to protect their interests, its crucial you hire an experienced railroad accident attorney who knows the in and outs of train accident cases to fight for you.
Common Causes of Railroad Accidents
According to the Federal Railroad Administration, over 1,800 train accidents occur every year. Regardless the type of accident (truck/train accidents, train/car accidents, derailments, or pedestrian/train accidents), there are common causes of railroad accidents across the board.
Train accidents may be the result of negligence committed by railroad employees, or the mechanical failures of equipment including:
Driver’s Errors
Excessive speed, passing red signals, impairment
Defective Mechanics
Warning signals and gates at railroad crossings
Civil Engineering Failures
Track faults, bridge/tunnel collapse, poor junction layout
Obstacles on track
Debris from natural causes or obstruction from construction vehicles
Why Hire a Railroad Accident Lawyer?
Our experienced railroad accident attorneys in Albany, Hudson, Johnstown, Saugerties and Ulster County NY understand that accidents involving trains can be catastrophic, often resulting in long-term injuries or death.
We’ll help you obtain the money you need to cover:
- Medical Bills
- Rehabilitative Care
- Permanent Disability
- Lost Wages & Future Earnings
- Funeral & Burial Costs (Wrongful Death)
Get the Compensation You Deserve. LET OUR EXPERIENCED NY Railroad Accident ATTORNEYS HELP YOU
If you or a loved one has been injured in a train accident, you may be entitled to money for your injuries or loss. Our personal injury attorneys have offices in Albany NY and Saugerties NY, but also serve Amsterdam, Catskill, Gloversville, Hudson, and elsewhere in Upstate New York State.
Let us help you through this difficult time and assist you in recovering what is owed to you. Give our railroad accident lawyers a call at (800) 721-3553 or click here to schedule a FREE case review today.
Additional Resources On Filing a Railroad Accident Personal Injury Case
How Much Is My Personal Injury Case Worth? – Learn about the factors that influence how much you’re able to recover by pursuing a personal injury case after a serious injury caused by the negligence of another individual.
Documents & Materials Your Attorney Will Need to Pursue Your Personal Injury Claim – Wondering what you’ll need to provide to your attorney if you’d like to move forward with a personal injury case? We outline the information and documents you’ll need to have on hand.
Will My Personal Injury Case Go To Trial? – Curious about what will happen with your claim should you choose to pursue it? Concerned that it may end up going to trial? Learn about what to expect when it comes to settling cases in and outside of court.
