Railroad Injury Lawyer
The railroad injury lawyers at Fitts Zehl, LLP in Houston have experience working on many of the thousands of injuries sustained each year by motorists, pedestrians, and railroad workers. Drivers and pedestrians are frequently hurt at railroad crossings, while failure and operator error are two leading causes of death or serious injury for railroad workers. Our railroad injury lawyers have the resources, skills and experience needed to obtain the maximum compensation for individuals and families whose lives have been impacted by these often-horrific accidents.
Over the past 10 years alone, more than 12,000 railroad accidents occurred in the state of Texas resulting in 853 deaths. According to the Federal Railroad Administration's accident statistics, Harris County tops the state with 36 railroad accidents in 2008 alone. Tarrant County was close behind with 24 while Jefferson County had 12. Click here to view a county-by-county breakdown of Texas Railroad Accidents.
Compensation for Railroad Injuries
In many cases, the railroad that operates the train involved is found liable in whole or part for a railroad injury; lawyers for the injured worker, passenger or pedestrian will work to determine liability and, when appropriate, ensure that financial compensation for injuries is received from the railroad.
If you or a loved one have been injured in a railroad accident, the railroad injury lawyers at Fitts Zehl will devote whatever time and resources are necessary to obtaining financial compensation for your:
- medical treatment costs
- mental anguish
- pain and suffering
- lost wages or earning capacity
- loss of a loved one
- more
Railroad Injury Lawyers: Representing the Injured
The Fitts Zehl railroad injury lawyers provide thorough, experienced and compassionate representation to the injured and their families. Our accident attorneys always begin each case with a complete and in-depth consultation with the injured party (or his/her representative) so that they can immediately begin creating the appropriate legal strategy.
Our railroad injury attorneys often work with forensic experts, medical specialists, and trained railroad accident investigators to determine who is responsible and the extent of our clients’ damages. They also:
- interview the people involved and witnesses
- gather evidence
- depose experts
- obtain medical records
- deal with insurance companies
- negotiate with opposing counsel toward a settlement when possible
- file legal motions
- prepare the injured plaintiff for trial if one is to be held
- represent the plaintiff at trial
Contact the Fitts Zehl Railroad Injury Lawyers
If you were injured in a railroad accident, or if your family member was injured or killed in a railroad accident, contact the Houston offices of Fitts Zehl today for a free, no commitment consultation with one of our experienced railroad injury lawyers.
Fitts Zehl Recent News
News Update: June 1, 2009, Fitts Zehl was named one of five "Power Lawyers and Law Firms of 2009" in Houston.
