Railroad work is one of the most demanding and dangerous occupations in the country. From operating heavy machinery to maintaining tracks and equipment, railroad employees face unique hazards every day. At Kujawski & Associates, we’ve represented countless injured...
Railroad work is one of the most demanding and dangerous jobs in the country. While physical injuries are common, many railroad employees also suffer mental and emotional trauma from accidents, unsafe working conditions, or witnessing catastrophic events. Under the...
Railroad work is physically demanding and often dangerous. When injuries happen, the Federal Employers’ Liability Act (FELA) offers vital protection for railroad employees by allowing them to seek compensation if the railroad was even partially at fault. But what...
Railroad work has always been demanding, with long hours, unpredictable schedules, and intense physical labor. While many workers take pride in keeping America’s railroads running, fatigue has become one of the leading contributors to serious accidents on the job....
If you’ve been injured while working for a railroad, you may be wondering whether you qualify to file a claim under the Federal Employers’ Liability Act (FELA). Unlike traditional workers’ compensation, FELA is a unique federal law that protects railroad workers by...
If you’ve been injured while working for a railroad, you may be entitled to compensation under the Federal Employers’ Liability Act (FELA). Unlike traditional workers’ compensation, FELA is a fault-based system, which means you must prove that your employer’s...
Railroad workers face special dangers at work. They risk getting diseases from years of exposure to harmful substances and stress. The Federal Employers’ Liability Act (FELA) helps railroad workers get compensation. This is for cases where their employer's negligence...
If you’re a railroad worker who has been injured on the job, you have likely heard about the Federal Employers Liability Act (FELA) and how it can help you seek compensation. Unlike regular workers’ compensation, FELA needs proof that the employer was negligent. This...
Railroad workers face numerous risks on the job, from heavy machinery to hazardous conditions, making injuries a real possibility. Fortunately, the Federal Employers Liability Act (FELA) allows injured railroad workers to seek compensation for their injuries. However,...
Filing a Federal Employers Liability Act (FELA) claim is a complex process designed to help injured railroad workers seek compensation for injuries sustained on the job. Unlike traditional workers' compensation, FELA requires the injured worker to prove employer...