Akron Railroad Accident Law Firm

Contact between a pedestrian or a motor vehicle and a moving train is nearly always tragic. Accidents involving trains may occur as a result of negligence: of the operator of the motor vehicle or of the pedestrian. Sometimes, however, the railroad, the engineer, or another party may bear legal responsibility. This may take the form of disrepair and substandard conditions at railroad crossings. Crossings may not be secured crossbars and/or the line of sight of approaching vehicles may be obscured by another stopped train.

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If I Am Injured While A Passenger On A Train Is The Railroad Liable? What Are The Duties And Responsibilities Of A Motorist As He Or She Approaches A Public Grade Crossing? What Are The Duties And Responsibilities Of A Train Crew As They Approach A Public Grade Crossing? What Are The Railroad's Responsibilities In The Area Of Providing Grade Crossing Protection? Why Are So Few Grade Crossings Protected By Flashers And/Or Gates?

If you or a loved one is in need of legal assistance, call Kisling, Nestico & Redick, LLC at 1-330-869-9007 or toll free 1-800 HURT NOW (1-800-487-8669) or submit an online questionnaire. The initial consultation is free of charge, and if we agree to handle your case, we will work on a contingency fee basis, which means we get paid for our services only if there is a monetary recovery of funds. In many cases, a lawsuit must be filed before an applicable expiration date, known as a statute of limitations. Please call right away to ensure that you do not waive your right to possible compensation.