Resources
Prepare Yourself & Protect Your Future.
It can be challenging to know where to begin and what to do after a personal injury. Many of our past clients put off the decision to do anything for months or even years. When they finally decide to contact an attorney, they talk about how much of a stress relief it was and how it gave them the clarity they needed to make an informed decision.
You can get answers to your most pressing questions by accessing our Injury Law Library.
Below you will find FREE Injury Law Books & Materials.
Railroad Retirement Board Benefits
Have you filled out your “Application for Sickness Benefits” from the Railroad Retirement Board? The Railroad Retirement Board administers sickness benefits for those who are unable to work because of sickness or injury. (Always check with the RRB to determine the most up to date information on benefits, eligibility and earnings by calling 877-772-5772 or visiting www.rrb.gov.)
Attorneys’ Fees & Costs
Would you like to learn more about the breakdown of attorneys’ fees and case expenses? Check out our informational brochure, Attorneys’ Fees Brochure.
Coping with a Railroad Injury
A Guidebook For Spouses
- What to expect after your husband’s injury.
- What you can do to help your husband after an on-duty railroad injury.
- Ideas to help your husband cope at home.
- Your husband’s physical and emotional journey.
- The most successful approach to obtaining fair compensation after an accident.
Secrets To Handling Your Car Crash Claims Successfully
What the Insurance Companies don’t want YOU to know about Auto Accidents.
- What to do when you’ve been hurt in an accident.
- What coverages are available for your claim?
- What mistakes to avoid after your car accident?
A Guide to Handling Your Property Damage Claim
What the Insurance Companies Don’t Want YOU to Know about Property Damage Claims
- 6 Common Questions if Your Home/Business is destroyed.
- What to do if the insurance company says your property is worth less than it is?
- What to do if the insurance company refuses to pay?
Right On Track
Railroaders’ Most Common Questions Answered By YOUR Railroad Injury Attorneys
- How long do you have to Report an On-Duty Injury?
- How long does the railroad have to charge you with a violation?
- What does it mean to be retaliated against or discriminated against under the whistleblower law by your railroad employer?
- What benefits do I have if I am injured, and when do those benefits run out?
Flow Chart
Railroaders’ Steps After An On-duty Injury
The minute an injury happens, the Railroad circles the wagons and puts you on the other side of the tracks. They aim to control the evidence and the story of what happened to blame you. Use the following Flowchart to learn how to protect you and your family.
OSHA Fact Sheet
Whistleblower Protection for Railroad Workers
Individuals working for railroad carriers and their contractors and subcontractors are protected from retaliation for reporting potential safety or security violations to their employers or to the government.