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What To Look For in Your Railroad Injury Attorney


railroad engineer injured in an accident at work on the railway tracksIf you have been injured while working for the railroad, you may need the services of a railroad injury attorney. But what should you be looking for, and who should you hire? You do not want to choose just any attorney. Instead, you need someone who is experienced in railroad case settlements.

Other types of accidents are just not the same. An attorney who does not have a good understanding of railroad terminology and injury concerns may not be able to provide you with the opportunity for the level of settlement you deserve. Other kinds of vehicles, such as cars, SUVs, and even semi trucks, do not compare with the size and scope of railroad equipment.

The engines and rolling stock railroad workers handle every day can put them at levels of injury risk that are unparalleled in nearly every other type of career. Because of that, injuries are frequently severe and life-altering. If you or a loved one experienced significant harm through a railroad injury, the right attorney may make a significant difference in your settlement options.

Important Things To Look For in Your Railroad Injury Attorney

If you are unsure where to start in your quest to find a railroad accident attorney, your union and other workers can help. But make sure you do your legwork, as well. You need to select the attorney you trust and feel most comfortable with, which is not always the same as another person would choose.

When looking for your attorney, you need to find one who:

  • Speaks the language of your specialized industry and understands how it is different from other types of industries
  • Knows people in the railroad industry
  • Understands what documents will be needed to present the case to the best of their ability
  • Has tried cases all the way through to verdict because carriers know they can present lower settlements to attorneys who are not comfortable going to trial
  • Will get answers to all your questions and will admit it if they do not already know the answers
  • Represents rail workers and no one else, so you know they are a FELA attorney who understands the laws that protect rail those who work on the railroad.

By working through those specific points, you will be more likely to find an attorney you can feel comfortable with. Not only do you want an attorney who is very familiar with railroad settlements, but you also need one who listens to you and who you can work with for the duration of your case.

How a Railroad Injury Attorney Can Help You

It is true that there are some instances when a railroad injury lawyer is not needed. A good attorney will be honest and tell you if you do not need their services. But for most FELA case settlements, you need the help and support of a good lawyer. That is because railroad settlements can be difficult and time-consuming.

There are many small details in a lot of injury cases that can be very significant. If these details are ignored or overlooked, you could miss out on a better settlement, even if you deserve more. By choosing a railroad attorney with the skills and experience you are looking for, you can have more peace of mind. You will know that your case is in the right hands, which can give you the confidence to work with your attorney to pursue your case to the fullest.

Do you need a railroad injury lawyer you can trust to help you get fair and just compensation for your injuries? When you need a railroad accident attorney you can rely on; you need the services of Cahill & Perry P.C. Reach out to us today, and let us help you get the compensation you deserve. When selecting an attorney, you must ensure that they are members  of the Academy of Rail Labor Attorneys who have special training and resources to represent FELA clients.

We are dedicated railroad accident attorneys and will give our all to your case. We help with FELA case settlements in the Boston, Connecticut, Massachusetts, New Jersey areas and other northern jurisdictions, and we know railroad law.

  • $10.8 Million Verdict for a Metro-North Conductor wrongful death case. (Avery v. Metro-North RR).
  • $8 Million settlement for an Amtrak Trackman who sustained a crushed leg. (Cevasco v. National Railroad Passenger Corp.).
  • $7 Million settlement for a Metro-North Foreman whose legs were amputated. (Renert v. Metro-North RR).
  • $5.8 Million settlement for an Amtrak Conductor who sustained a head injury. (Fitzpatrick v. National Railroad Passenger Corp.).
  • $5.5 Million settlement for a Metro-North Machinist wrongful death case. (Pieger v. Metro-North RR).
  • $4.3 Million Verdict for a Metro-North Conductor wrongful death case. (Ard v. Metro-North RR)
  • $2.57 Million Verdict for an Amtrak Conductor who sustained a back injury. (Pace v. National Railroad Passenger Corp.).
  • $2.5 Million Settlement for a Metro-North employee who sustained a serious head injury.
  • Settled for a Confidential Sum for a Massachusetts Bay Commuter Railroad Company Trackman wrongful death case. (Macaulay v. Massachusetts Bay Commuter Railroad Company.)
  • $6.250 Million Verdict in 2023 which was later reduced to $2.1 Million for a Metro-North Structural Welder/Ironworker who sustained head and neck injuries and has returned to work. (Torres v. Metro-North RR).
  • $2 Million Verdict for a Metro-North Lineman who sustained an electrical burn (Curly v. Metro-North RR).
  • $2 Million Settlement in 2020 for a Providence & Worcester Railroad Company Conductor who sustained a serious head injury and returned to work for another RR as an Engineer. (Scarpa v. Providence & Worcester Railroad Company.)
  • $2 Million Settlement for a Metro-North Conductor who sustained a fractured leg.
    Settled for a Confidential Sum in 2019 an Amtrak Lineman involving an electrocution causing a permanent occupational disability. (Anderson v. National Railroad Passenger Corp.).
  • $1.85 Million Verdict for an Amtrak Ticket Agent who was assaulted. (Schneider v. National Railroad Passenger Corp.)
  • Compensatory and punitive damages Verdicts and subsequently settled for $1.8 Million in 2023 for a Metro-North
  • Conductor who suffered Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder. (Moran v. Metropolitan Transportation Authority).
  • $1.69 Million Settlement for an Amtrak Supervisor who was shot by an employee. (Cornelius v. National Railroad Passenger Corp.)
  • $1.65 Million Verdict for a Metro-North Lineman who sustained foot and ankle injuries. (Keating v. Metro-North RR).
  • $1.65 Million Verdict for a Metro-North TA Employee who sustained an Open Tibia Fracture to his left leg. (Rivera v. Metro-North RR).
  • $1.54 Million Verdict for an Amtrak General Foreman who sustained a herniated disc in his lower back. (Brady v. National Railroad Passenger Corporation).
  • $1.45 Million Verdict for a Construction Worker who sustained a left hip injury. (Quintiliani v. National Railroad Passenger Corporation).
  • $1.42 Million Verdict for a Metro-North Machinist who sustained a fractured rib and a herniated disc. (Hall v. Metro-North RR).
  • $1.4 Million Verdict for a Metro-North Mechanical Gang Foreman who sustained burns from an explosion of steam on an engine. (Berry v. Metro-North RR).
  • $1.4 Million Verdict for a Metro-North Carpenter Foreman who sustained a back injury. (Kendall v. Metro-North RR).
  • $1.3 Million Verdict for a Metro-North Signal Trainee Maintainer who sustained a back injury from a slip and fall. (Moran v. Metro-North RR).
  • $1.2 Million Verdict for a Metro-North Signal Maintainer who sustained a back injury and post-concussion syndrome. (Manes v. Metro-North RR).
  • $1.2 Million Verdict for a Metro-North Trackman who sustained crushed legs. (Murillo v. Metro-North RR).
  • $1 Million Settlement for a Metro-North Trackman who sustained burns from pot welding and subsequently returned to work. (Burke v. Metro-North RR).

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