Missouri Railroad Accident Lawyer
Railroad accidents can be devastating for everyone involved. Because trains are massive, heavy objects that average 60 to 80 miles per hour, any mishap can result in serious personal injuries. Whether caused by human error, equipment failure, weather conditions, or an automobile driver ignoring the signal of an on-coming train, the outcome is often catastrophic. Not all attorneys handle railroad accident cases with the same attention to detail as The Hershewe Law Firm in Missouri.
The most common lawsuits stemming from railroad accidents arise from personal injuries and wrongful death claims. Injured victims need immediate medical care and careful monitoring to ensure that their medical conditions are not aggravated. While some injuries are readily apparent following a train accident, other injuries, such as brain, spinal, or soft-tissue injuries, may not show up for hours or days afterwards and can lead to paralysis, life-long impairment or death.
Wrongful death claims can be brought against individuals or entities that are deemed responsible for causing the death of an individual. These civil actions are normally filed by surviving family members, who can receive monetary awards for lost wages, loss of consortium, funeral expenses, and the like.
However, the statutes governing railroad law are enforced by multiple federal and state agencies and laws. Laws can vary greatly from state to state; the statue of limitations, for instance, which mandates how long after an accident victims have to file a claim, is not the same in every state. That's why it's so important to be familiar with the regulations of the state in which the accident happened.
The railroad accident attorneys of The Hershewe Law Firm understand railroad law and know the Missouri state codes. They've successfully represented other railroad accident victims, and they will use that experience to fight for your rights.
If you've been injured or have lost a loved one in a Missouri railroad accident, get the settlement you deserve.
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