An Arlington train accident lawyer helps victims of train collisions, derailments, and railroad crossing accidents pursue compensation from negligent railroads, crossing maintenance companies, or other drivers involved. Jim Ross Law Group investigates the unique evidence in these cases and fights to recover what you or your family are owed for a train-related injury or death.
As longtime Arlington train accident lawyers, the team at Jim Ross Law Group knows well the destruction that these large locomotives can inflict. If you or someone in your family has been injured in any sort of train accident, we invite you to connect with our team for experienced guidance moving through the injury claims process.
Trusted train accident lawyers in Arlington TX
Accidents involving trains are surprisingly prevalent, both here in the Arlington area and throughout the rest of the state and country. These accidents differ from traditional auto accidents both in nature and in the severity of resulting injuries. The Arlington train accident lawyers on our staff represent victims injured in a:
- Collision between a train and a vehicle
- Train-to-train collision
- Train derailment
- Accident as a passenger on a train
- Accident occurring while working in a professional capacity, such as a railway worker
- Accident occurring at a train crossing
Why these cases require specific experience
Train accident cases often involve railroad companies subject to their own safety regulations, specialized evidence, and sometimes multiple responsible parties, including the railroad, a maintenance contractor, or another driver. Useful evidence can include the train’s event recorder data, maintenance and inspection records for the crossing or tracks, witness statements, and surveillance footage. Because railroads may control access to some of this evidence, prompt legal action helps ensure it’s preserved.
Depending on the facts, liability for a crossing accident may fall on the railroad company for inadequate signals or maintenance, a driver who ignored crossing warnings, or another party responsible for maintaining visibility and safety at the crossing. It’s important to know your rights following a train accident, and our train accident lawyers in Arlington TX take the time to walk you through your options.
Get a free consultation with Jim Ross Law Group
Don’t hesitate to lean on Jim Ross Law Group as a trusted resource. Our Arlington train accident lawyers are standing by at 817-275-4100 to talk to you about your recent accident. This free, no-obligation session is an effective way to take action and hold negligent parties accountable.
Frequently Asked Questions
What types of train accidents does Jim Ross Law Group handle in Arlington?
We represent people injured in collisions between trains and vehicles, train-to-train collisions, derailments, accidents involving train passengers, railway worker accidents, and incidents at train crossings. Each type of case involves different evidence and potentially responsible parties.
Why are train accident cases more complex than car accident cases?
Train accidents often involve railroad companies subject to specific safety regulations, specialized evidence like event recorder data and crossing signal maintenance records, and sometimes multiple responsible parties, including the railroad, a maintenance contractor, or another driver. This complexity is why experience with train accident cases specifically matters.
Who can be held liable for an accident at a railroad crossing in Arlington?
Depending on the facts, liability may fall on the railroad company for inadequate signals or maintenance, a driver who ignored crossing warnings, or another party responsible for maintaining visibility and safety at the crossing. Our attorneys investigate the crossing’s condition and history as part of building your case.
What evidence is important in a train accident case?
Important evidence can include the train’s event recorder data, maintenance and inspection records for the crossing or tracks, witness statements, and surveillance footage. Because railroads may control access to some of this evidence, prompt legal action helps ensure it’s preserved.
What compensation can my family recover after a fatal train accident?
Surviving family members may be entitled to compensation for medical bills incurred before death, funeral and burial expenses, lost income, and the loss of the family member’s companionship and support. Our attorneys can help you understand what compensation may be available in your specific situation.