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 the 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 claim is...
FELA agreements do not bar unrelated claims
An agreement to release an employer against all future claims from an 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 bans...
Frequently asked questions about FELA claims
If you or a family member suffered an injury 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...
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...
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...