If you are a railroad worker who was injured in a Metairie railroad explosion accident, our FELA railroad explosion injury lawyers can help you recover damages. You can get compensation for your lost wages, medical bills, pain and suffering, and more. We can also help your family recover damages for the loss of a loved one. Our law firm can investigate your accident and fight for your financial recovery.
FELA cases differ from ordinary workplace injury claims. With more than 55 years of combined experience, our Designated Legal Counsel Metairie railroad injury FELA lawyers understand the special needs and nuances of your case. Contact one of our Poolson | Oden Injury Lawyers team members for a free review of your case and to find out how hard we go to bat for you.
Poolson | Oden Injury Lawyers Knows the Federal Employers’ Liability Act (FELA)
Railroad employees who work for railroads like the New Orleans Public Belt Railroad face serious risks in a hazardous industry. There are safety regulations and guidelines in place to protect you from many industry hazards. When an employer does not meet all safety requirements and an employee is injured, there are special forms of compensation available.
According to 45 U.S.C. § 51, FELA compensation is designed to meet these unique needs. It provides compensation for:
- Injured railroad workers
- Families of fatally injured railroaders
We Can Manage Your FELA Claim After a Metairie Railroad Explosion
Our Designated Legal Counsel Metairie FELA railroad explosion injury lawyers understand how to prove the negligence that caused injury or demise. We can also:
- Help you get all of the medical care you need
- Handle all verbal, written, and electronic communication
- Complete and submit insurance claim forms
- Pursue a satisfactory amount of compensation based on your injuries
We fight hard to negotiate a fair and appropriate settlement agreement and to advocate for the right financial outcome for you and your family, and go to court and to trial is the carrier refuses to take responsibility for the accident and your injuries.
What it Means to Work With Our Client-Focused Law Firm
Reviews from previous clients tell you what it is like to work with our FELA attorneys. They say:
- John: These guys are the real deal. I had hired a different firm to handle my FELA case originally and was extremely disappointed. I fired that firm and hired Poolson and Oden. It was a night and day difference; a immediate difference. These guys are just flat out good at what they do!
- Juan: They all were very professional and care about my needs. They help me get a settlement from my company and kept checking with me to reach a fair agreement/settlement. Everyone one in the Office was kind, polite, understanding and made you feel like you are part of a family not just a client.
Browse our testimonials page to hear from additional clients in their own words and learn more about our commitment to injured railroaders.
Our Promise of Support to Railroad Explosion Injury Victims in Metairie
At Poolson | Oden Injury Lawyers, we have a pool of resources for railroaders and team members to strengthen your case. Our client-focused law firm is familiar with FELA cases and has a vested interest in your success. We work hard to recover top-notch medical care and just financial recovery for our clients.
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Compensation We Fight to Recover for Railroad Explosion Injury Workers
The injuries you suffer from explosions and burns can change your physical appearance and ability. Our Metairie FELA railroad explosion injury lawyers can request the following types of damages:
- Current and future medical bills
- Rehabilitation and therapies
- Current and future lost wages
- Loss of future earning potential
- Physical pain and suffering
- Mental and emotional anguish
If a railroad explosion claimed the life of a loved one, we can pursue FELA wrongful death damages on your family’s behalf. They typically include funeral costs and loss of the decedent’s financial support. Contact our case review team at Poolson | Oden Injury Lawyers to learn more about your potential financial recovery.
Act Swiftly to Get Compensation for Your Explosion-Related Injuries in Metairie
You generally have three years to file an injury claim, according to FELA guidelines. If the filing deadline expires, your right to compensation could be at risk.
Coping with the legal aftermath of an accident and your physical recovery can be challenging. You do not have to manage both processes on your own. Our railroad injury attorneys can help you interpret the filing deadline and take steps to file your claim within the allotted time.
Commonly Reported Causes of Railroad Explosions and Injuries
Understanding the cause of a railroad explosion is the key to identifying the at-fault party and their financial liability. Some common causes can include:
- Combustible material in shipping containers
- Railcar and railyard crashes and collisions
- Mechanical malfunctions that lead to fires
- Electrical injuries and power line explosions
- Chemical exposure and combustion
- Locomotive and engine fires and explosions
Our investigations and experts can uncover the exact cause of the explosion that injured you. The team we build for every client and every case will include a case manager who follows every aspect of your recovery.
We Collect Evidence That Proves Your Railroad Employer’s Workplace Negligence
Like all civil cases, your FELA case requires proof of negligence. Our investigative team can delve into your accident and recover proof of its cause and its resulting financial impact. The evidence we gather for your case file can include:
- Any official reports related to your case (police, railyard, etc.)
- Medical records that describe your injuries and their cause
- Witness statements (coworkers, experts, burn specialists, etc.)
- Photos and video footage from before and after the explosion
Our accident injury law firm handles evidence collection so you can focus on getting better. We also submit your case file to the carrier alongside a settlement demand letter and fight for fair financial compensation. If the railroad carrier refuses to take responsibility, we will be prepared to go to Court and Trial and ask the jury to make the railroad take responsibility financially.
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Contact Our Metairie FELA Railroad Injury Team Today
If you are a railroad worker who was injured in an explosion or the family of a fatally injured railroad worker, our law firm can pursue compensation on your behalf. We can investigate the accident, prove your employer was negligent, and deal with the insurance company.
Our Designated Legal Counsel Metairie FELA railroad explosion injury lawyers know the difficulties of these specialized cases and work hard to meet the needs of injured railroaders. Contact our case review team at Poolson | Oden Injury Lawyers to start building your injury claim today at no charge.