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St. Louis, the nation's "Gateway to the West," has been a hub for the railroad transportation industry since the 19th century. It is also home to more than its fair share of refineries, chemical producers and industrial plants — businesses that depend on railroads to transport and distribute their goods. However, railroad work is neither an easy nor safe occupation. People been seriously injured in accidents or have developed serious medical conditions because of routine exposure to toxic substances while working on railroads. Despite this, there are laws to protect railroad workers whenever they become injured or sick because of the work that they do. If you are a railroad worker and have suffered a serious injury as the result of a train accident or an exposure to toxic substances, you may be able to recover medical, income and disability benefits through a FELA claim. Contact us to discuss your case with an attorney. At Saville, Evola & Flint, our lawyers will represent brakemen, conductors, engineers, yardmasters, and switch and signal operators throughout the nation, including Illinois, Missouri and Kentucky, who have been injured or harmed as a result of doing their jobs. Our practice includes injuries and illnesses caused by:
FELA, the Federal Employers' Liability Act, is a federal workers' compensation program that addresses the unique situations and issues associated with railroad work. We handle FELA cases as well as personal injury and wrongful death claims involving the negligence of third parties. We have a great deal of experience with railroad-related injuries and illnesses. We can help you too. Free Consultations — Se Habla EspañolTo learn more about how a FELA claim works and what your legal options are, call us at 1-866-461-3220 and talk to a lawyer. Our attorneys can travel to represent clients anywhere in the United States. E-mail us today. No Recovery … No Fee |
