Railroad workers in Illinois and around the country have extremely dangerous jobs, and the work they perform was even more hazardous in 1908 when Congress passed the Federal Employers Liability Act. FELA ensures that railroad workers are able to seek compensation when...
Railroad Worker Train Injuries
Get help after a railroad injury with FELA
Railroad workers in Illinois may wonder what they need to do should they become injured while on a railroad job. Because railroad injuries can be severe, the government has set up a form of protection called the Federal Employees Liability Act (FELA). Filing a FELA...
FELA agreements do not bar unrelated claims
An agreement to release an employer against all future claims from a railroad injury incident does not mean that the worker cannot file new claims for unrelated injuries, a federal appellate court recently ruled. The Federal Employers Liability Act, or FELA, clearly...
Frequently asked questions about FELA claims
If you or a family member were injured while working for a railroad company, you may be eligible for legal compensation under the Federal Employers Liability Act. FELA holds railroads and related employers responsible for injuries that occur at work because of their...
The featherweight burden of proof and other FELA provisions
As a railroad worker who sustained an injury on the job, you will want to learn about FELA and how this federal act may assist you in receiving compensation. One of the FELA provisions speaks to the “featherweight” burden of proof. How does this apply when you are...
Injured railroad workers can look to the FELA for help
Railroad work is among the most dangerous ways to earn a living, and injuries are not uncommon. Some are life-changing, and the injured party will require ongoing care. We are a FELA attorney in O'Fallon, IL. If you are a railroad employee injured on the job, what...
Railroad workers could be entitled to compensation for illness
If asked about worker’s compensation for railroad workers, most people might think about accidents—such as a derailing train or collision. But there are more injuries that your employer could be liable for. When it comes to railroad worker injuries, crashes might get...
How the law recognizes the value of your romantic relationship
On Valentine’s Day, you may dedicate a little extra time to appreciating the special things about your spouse or partner that make you feel lucky to be with them. Maybe you appreciate the way they always do the dishes whenever you cook. Perhaps you admire their knack...
Steps railroad workers should take after suffering an injury
Railroad work can be hazardous. On-the-job injuries include burns, broken bones and much more. Would you know what to do if you sustained an injury in a railroad-related accident? You may be eligible for compensation under the Federal Employers’ Liability Act. Prior...
Positive Train Control might have stopped a horrific crash
The December 2017 Amtrak crash in Washington State might not have happened if the train included Positive Train Control technology. Instead, the terrible derailment caused three deaths and multiple injuries to passengers and train crew. How the derailment occurred The...