DO NOT give a statement to the railroad claims agent or any supervisor/manager until you have sought counsel from your lawyer or union representative. Nothing under the law requires that you give a recorded or written statement to the railroad’s claim agent. You are not legally required to provide any recorded statement, and when your …
Do I have to see the Railroad Company Doctor? Spine Injuries Traumatic Brain Injuries Amputations Burn and Explosion Injuries Body and Extremities PTSD and Emotional Injuries Trauma, Stress, Body Vibration Workplace Exposure and Cancer FELA Wrongful Death You Don’t Need To See A Doctor Recommended By The Railroad. You Can See Whatever Doctor You Choose. …
How long do I have to claim an On-Duty Railroad Injury? Spine Injuries Traumatic Brain Injuries Amputations Burn and Explosion Injuries Body and Extremities PTSD and Emotional Injuries Trauma, Stress, Body Vibration Workplace Exposure and Cancer FELA Wrongful Death How long do I have to file a FELA claim? Under the Federal Employers’ Liability Act …
No. Railroad workers have unique rights that are not the same as workers’ compensation. With Workers’ Comp, there is no necessity for someone to be at fault in order for you to recover, but there’s a limited recovery that you can have under Workers’ Comp. The benefits are usually a fixed amount and normally undercompensate …
When should I hire an attorney, and what kind do I need? You should seek legal advice from an experienced railroad lawyer as soon as possible after your accident. Because of the specialized nature of the laws covering railroad workers, you need a lawyer who knows these laws. Call the experienced railroad lawyers at Poolson Oden …