Railroad Accident Claims
By nature, a railroad accident can have devastating consequences. The attorneys at the Morristown, Tennessee Law Firm of Terry, Terry & Stapleton have over 40 years of experience in successfully representing individuals who were injured or whose loved ones were killed in train accidents.
When a railroad accident happens, there are strict time limitations for reporting injuries and filing law suits. The legal actions are significantly more complicated than the laws governing motor vehicle accidents. Many accidents involving trains happen due to a breach in maintenance or inspections, or to negligence. When this is the case, your rights have been violated.
A railroad injury that happens to a railway employee while on the job is normally a specialized area of Tennessee workers compensation. Injured railroad workers may face powerful insurance firms intent on limiting their liability. You need an attorney who knows how to plan an effective strategy to help you get the settlement you deserve.
Train accidents result from many causes. There are collisions with other trains, collisions with passenger vehicles, and single train accidents. Our lawyers are experienced in investigating accidents brought about by
- derailments
- speed
- drug or alcohol use, and other human factors
- mechanical failure
- poor track conditions
- dangerous or unprotected railroad crossings
- damaged or inadequate guards
- failure to sound horn
A railway accident attorney has the specialized knowledge of the laws governing train accidents in Tennessee. Most people involved in a train accident are not familiar with the legal complexities associated with railroad operations and standards of conduct. Railroad accident attorneys will know the particular legal matters involved to determine the fault for the accident.
If you have been seriously injured, or a loved one has been killed as the result of a train accident, you need to speak to a Tennessee railroad accident attorney who can help. For immediate assistance about railway accident claims or to schedule an evaluation of your case, contact the experienced accident attorneys of Terry, Terry and Stapleton.