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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,...
Slip and fall accidents are all too common in various workplaces, posing a significant risk to employees' health and well-being. When such incidents occur, navigating the legal landscape can be overwhelming, especially when it comes to filing FELA claims. The FELA...
The Federal Railroad Safety Act (FRSA) stands as a crucial legislative shield, protecting the rights of employees who choose to disclose safety concerns in the perilous railroad industry. As attorneys who represent railroad workers, we are of the opinion that anyone...
As the sun rises over the sprawling railroad yards, a symphony of clanging metal and rumbling engines fills the air. The allure of working on the railroad has captivated generations with its romanticized imagery of adventure and camaraderie. However, beneath this...
Working in the railroad industry can be both challenging and rewarding, but it also comes with its own serious set of risks. In the unfortunate event of an injury or fatality while working for the railroad, hiring an attorney who understands the complexities of the...
Precision Scheduled Railroading (PSR) is a management philosophy and operational approach that aims to improve the efficiency and profitability of a railroad system. It was initially developed by the late Hunter Harrison, a seasoned railroad executive, and has been...
Kim Kelly's article talks about recent industrial accidents in East Palestine, Ohio, and West Reading, Pennsylvania. These accidents have caused significant harm to both workers and communities. The author says these disasters aren't accidents, but happen because...
The Changing Landscape of American Railroads The American railroad industry has changed significantly in the past 20 years. This has altered the nature of railroad work and unfortunately increased the danger for the workers and the general public. Worker safety is...
When in early December 2022, Joe Biden signed into law a measure that imposed the contract agreement brokered by his administration back in September, many people predicted that it would lead to unsafe conditions and perhaps even catastrophies. In early February,...
We recently read a pro union, pro railroad worker article on Maximillian Alvarez's website about the recent railroad strike unions are presently dealing with. The December 7, 2022 article pulled together four railroad workers to comment on their perspectives about how...