FELA Railroad Explosion Injury Lawyer in Lafayette

At Poolson | Oden, our Lafayette FELA railroad accident lawyers have helped hundreds of clients secure the compensation they deserve for injuries suffered due to their employers’ negligence. No matter what harm you experienced due to a railroad explosion, we can guide you through the legal process.

Because railroad workers do not qualify for state workers’ compensation, they must file injury lawsuits under the Federal Employers Liability Act (FELA).

Unlike most personal injury attorneys who have limited or no experience in these claims, our FELA railroad explosion injury lawyers in Lafayette have been helping injured railroad workers for many years.

Our FELA Railroad Explosion Injury Attorneys in Lafayette Fight for and Protect Victims of Negligence

A railroad conductor was working on a train in Chalmette, Louisiana, when it collided with a gasoline truck and exploded. The conductor, who was also a loving husband and father of two sons, experienced third-degree burns throughout his body. He endured extensive pain and suffering in the hospital for 10 hours before he ultimately passed away.

The man’s widowed wife and children decided to take legal action against the man’s employer and other negligent parties who contributed to the collision and explosion.

This was one of the first FELA cases Carisa Oden assisted with when she was beginning her legal career, and she was proud to help this struggling family recover $5,750,000 to compensate them for the loss of their loved one’s income and other damages.

Our Lafayette railroad injury lawyers hear tragic stories like this every day at Poolson | Oden, and while we wish we could prevent horrific railroad accidents from happening in the first place, what we can do is help victims recover financial compensation for their losses and move forward into a bright future.

You can trust our Lafayette FELA railroad explosion injury lawyers to protect, serve, and fight for you from the first day you call us to the day you receive your financial award and beyond. We can help you Stay on Track™.

What Poolson | Oden Can Do For You

If you were injured or lost a loved one in a railroad explosion, we can help you make the best of a horrible situation. When you hire our Lafayette personal injury lawyers, we will:

• Come to you for a consultation if you can’t come to our office
• Ensure you receive the best medical care at Ochsner Lafayette General Medical Center, Our Lady of Lourdes Regional Medical Center, or another local hospital
• Educate you about the legal process and how FELA claims work
• Collect evidence of your employer’s negligence, such as video footage of the explosion, debris from the accident scene, eyewitness accounts, railroad inspection reports, etc.
• Protect you from dishonest or deceptive tactics your employer or their legal representatives may use to try to reduce or deny your FELA claim
• Leverage our 80+ years of combined experience in FELA cases to ensure you don’t settle for less money than you deserve
• Prepare your case for trial, if necessary, by selecting the best venue, judge, and jury members

You don’t have to endure this challenge alone. To learn more about what we can do for you after a railroad explosion in Lafayette, contact Poolson | Oden today.

Our lawyers’ experience representing railroaders and handling FELA claims has been recognized by the selection as Designated Legal Counsel for SMART TD and Transportation Communications Union/IAM (“TCU”). To get started, contact Poolson | Oden Injury Lawyers today for a free initial consultation.

Common Injuries Suffered in Lafayette Railroad Explosions

According to Stat Pearls, explosions can cause significant harm to many people in a short amount of time. Victims may experience:

Primary Blast Injuries

Primary blast injuries result from the initial impact of an explosion and the “blast wave” that moves through the human body. Possible primary blast injuries include:

• Ruptured eardrum(s)
• Lung damage
• Traumatic brain injuries (TBIs)
• Eye trauma
• Abdominal perforation or hemorrhage
• Other forms of internal organ damage

Secondary Blast Injuries

Secondary blast injuries are caused by flying debris after an explosion. These types of injuries are more common and more likely to be fatal than other types of blast injuries. Examples of secondary injuries include:

• Penetrating wounds
• Lacerations
• Blindness caused by shrapnel hitting the eye(s)
• Fractures
• Dislocations
• Soft tissue injuries

Tertiary Blast Injuries

Tertiary injuries occur when an explosion throws someone into the air or causes a structure to collapse, resulting in the body hitting the ground, a wall, or another hard surface. Examples of tertiary blast injuries include:

• Amputations
• Broken bones
• TBIs
• Contusions
• Soft tissue injuries

Quaternary Blast Injuries

These injuries are caused by resulting fires, chemical spills, smoke, or other results of the explosion. Examples include:

• Burns, which can cause permanent scarring or disfigurement
• Respiratory injuries, such as chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD)
• Cancer or other illnesses resulting from radiation or chemical exposure
• Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD)

What Compensation Can You Recover After a Railroad Explosion in Lafayette?

If your employer negligently put you in harm’s way, suffering any of the injuries listed above (or another type of injury) may qualify you to recover compensation via a FELA claim. Your Lafayette FELA on-duty railroad accident lawyer can help you pursue the following economic and non-economic damages:

• Current and future medical bills
• Current and future professional losses, such as lost income, pensions, bonuses, promotions, and fringe benefits
• Physical, mental, and emotional pain and suffering
• Disfigurement and scarring
• Permanent disability
• Loss of quality of life
• Wrongful death damages, such as funeral costs, lost household income, and loss of companionship and guidance, if applicable

FELA does not place any limits on available damages, so you may be able to recover a large amount of money. Don’t trust your claim to just anyone—turn to our experienced Lafayette FELA railroad explosion injury attorneys for help today.

Let Our FELA Railroad Explosion Injury Lawyers in Lafayette Take the Legal Burden Off Your Shoulders

Don’t Get Railroaded®. Our FELA railroad explosion injury attorneys in Lafayette are a valuable resource for railroaders. We will dedicate ourselves to your physical, psychological, and financial recovery and fight relentlessly for your right to fair compensation for your explosion-related injuries.

We work on a contingency fee basis, so there are no upfront or out-of-pocket fees required to hire us. Our payment will come from your final settlement or judgment, and you won’t have to pay us anything if we don’t secure compensation for you.

To learn more, contact Poolson | Oden today. We offer free legal consultations for injured railroaders and their families.