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The people of New York and visitors to the State rely on trains to meet much of their transportation needs. It is one of the most frequently used train systems in the country. Train operators, engineers, and companies associated with train operation, have a duty to take every reasonable measure to ensure the safety of train passengers. Unfortunately, train accidents do happen and people sustain severe injuries as a result.
If you have been injured in a train accident, you need legal counsel with specialized knowledge of the laws involved. The MTA and other agencies will launch an internal investigation into the train accident and potential causes. You need your own representation that will start an independent investigation to make sure your own rights are protected. Attorney Michael LoGiudice has the skills and the knowledge needed to successfully represent you for injuries you have sustained as a result of a New York train accident.
Who Will Compensate You for Your Train Accident Injuries?
Train accidents often lead to devastating injuries. Common train accident injuries include:
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Bone breaks and fractures
Lost limbs
Neck and back injuries
Burns
Scarring
Traumatic Brain Injuries and head injuries
These types of injuries may require extensive and continual medical care that can be very expensive. The at-fault party or his/her insurance company will be responsible for paying expenses you have incurred or will incur as a result of your train accident injuries, such as:
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Medical bills
Cost of future medical treatment
Lost wages
Loss of future earning ability
Loss of enjoyment of life
Pain and suffering
Whether it be Metropolitan Transportation Authority (MTA), Long Island Railroad, or subway accident, the key to recovering full and fair compensation for your injury will depend on identifying the parties responsible for the accident. This will depend on the cause of the train accident. Frequently, train accidents are caused by:
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Defective manufacturing
Reckless driving by the train conductor
Negligent maintenance of the train or rails
Train engineer negligence
Train operator error
In some cases, more than one party will be held responsible for causing the accident. Anyone who’s negligence contributed to the incident itself may be assigned a percentage of fault. This percentage will determine how much of your total monetary loss they will pay. Responsible parties may include:
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The railroad company
Train operator
Train engineer
The company in charge of train and rail maintenance
Train manufacturer
Representing the Best Interests of Train Accident Victims
Train accidents present unique legal complexity and often involve serious injuries. Get the knowledgeable representation you need by contacting Michael LoGiudice, LLP today. Attorney LoGiudice is here to make sure you get the compensation you deserve.