Railroad Injuries

The Federal Employers' Liability Act (FELA) is a law passed by the government in 1908 to protect injured railroad workers. It gives engineers, brakemen, switchmen and other railroad employees the right to sue for on-the-job injuries in state or federal courts.

The FELA is different from other laws, such as state worker's compensation laws and state automobile personal injury laws. Damages are based on your individual loss, including lost wages (past, present and future), pain and suffering and loss of enjoyment of life. In order to win a case, you need to show that the railroad caused or contributed to the cause of an accident.

Because the FELA is unique, if you or someone close to you is involved in a railroad accident it's best to have an attorney who knows the FELA and has experience in railroad law.

You must make a claim under FELA right away so that you don't lose your rights. Contact injury attorney Joe Silver immediately to learn about your rights.