Brooklyn Railroad Accident Lawyer

When railroad accidents occur, train passengers, drivers, and other parties can suffer devastating injuries. The Brooklyn railroad accident lawyers at Morelli Law Firm can seek compensation from a liable party. 

While you rest and recover or tend to your loved one, our Brooklyn personal injury lawyers can build your case. We will handle all of the paperwork and communications with the liable parties and insurers. 

Call us today for your free consultation. We can explore your options for seeking compensation and justice.

Railroad Accidents Often Result From Negligence

There are several ways railroad accidents can occur. Most people think about vehicles getting stuck on train tracks, but trains can also get derailed and overturn. In either case, negligence may play a role. 

Some examples of causes and contributing factors in railroad accidents include:

• Mechanical failures, which may be due to a failure to regularly inspect and maintain trains and tracks
• Driver error, which can occur if a train operator fails to follow safety procedures
• Defective railroad equipment, such as faulty brakes and damaged rails
• Third-party negligence, such as motorists who fail to stop in front of passing trains

Since the fault for a railroad accident can fall on various parties, our Brooklyn attorneys conduct a thorough investigation to determine liability. 

Potentially Liable Parties in a Brooklyn Railroad Accident

You may assume that a railroad company is always to blame for an accident, but other potentially liable parties can include:

• A manufacturer of railroad parts and equipment
• A third-party driver
• A government agency if defective road signs contributed to the accident

When multiple parties are involved in a railroad accident, seeking compensation can get complicated. Typically, each liable party will share a percentage of the fault. 

Our Brooklyn railroad accident attorneys can communicate with the involved parties and their insurers to seek fair compensation from each one. Call Morelli Law today to get started. 

You Can Seek Financial Recovery for a Railroad Accident

Our legal team can file a claim or a lawsuit to help you recover your accident-related expenses. You may be surprised to discover the variety of damages you can claim. Your potential financial recovery depends on the extent of your injuries, as well as how they affect your life. 

Damages may also include future accident-related expenses if you are likely to require ongoing medical care. For example, if your injuries cause a disability, you may never be able to go back to work. You deserve fair compensation to make up for this future loss. 

Take a look at some examples of railroad accident damages:

• Immediate medical expenses, such as ambulatory care, hospital stays, and surgeries
• Ongoing medical expenses, such as rehabilitative care and in-home aid
• Property damage, such as car repairs or replacement
• Pain and suffering
• Loss of quality of life
• Disability
• Scarring and disfigurement
• Lost income, including paid leave, benefits, and bonuses
• Reduced earning capacity if you can no longer earn your pre-injury income

Railroad accident injuries sometimes prove fatal. If you lost a loved one in such an accident, our Brooklyn wrongful death lawyers can help your family. We can seek recovery for funeral expenses, your loved one’s income, and their accident-related medical bills. 

Make Your Medical Care a Priority After a Railroad Accident

Whether you are recovering from your injuries or helping a family member recover, follow through with your doctor’s orders. Nothing is more important than your well-being, and your doctors will play a pivotal role in your physical recovery, as well as your case for compensation. 

Our railroad accident attorneys in Brooklyn will work closely with your doctors to understand your prognosis. This will help us build evidence to seek future medical expenses. After you accept a settlement offer, you will not be able to seek additional compensation afterward. That’s why our goal is to fight for fair compensation. 

Make sure you attend all of your doctor’s appointments and report any developing symptoms during your treatment. This will help you reach your maximum medical recovery and protect your case. 

Our Railroad Accident Lawyers in Brooklyn Can Help You Meet Your Legal Deadline

We may begin your case by filing an insurance claim, but we will also prepare to take legal action. Filing a lawsuit is a time-sensitive matter, though. 

According to CVP §214(5), you usually only have three years to file a personal injury lawsuit. If you lost a loved one, you have two years to file a wrongful death lawsuit. You will not want to miss these deadlines since the court could dismiss your case. 

Our Brooklyn railroad accident injury lawyers can help you meet your deadline, but it all starts with you. Reach out to us as soon as possible to start your case. 

Our Railroad Accident Injury Attorneys in Brooklyn Are Ready to Help You

At Morelli Law Firm, we understand how overwhelming accidents can be, especially when they involve railroads. Whether you are looking for a car accident lawyer or a workers’ compensation lawyer, our firm can help. 

We can gather evidence of another party’s negligence in your railroad accident. Then, we can seek fair compensation so you can access the healthcare you need to recover. We take cases on a contingency basis, so we never charge upfront fees to start a case, either. 

Contact us today to learn more about how our legal team can help you. The sooner you call, the sooner we can begin working on your case and protecting your right to compensation.