Blog Category - Railroad Worker Injuries

Feb

How Do Toxic Substances Play a Role In Railroad Dangers?

As with many different industries, those who work on railroads are at significant risks when toxic substances come into play. There's always discussion of various flammable substances, chemicals, and other hazards that exist in workplaces, and if not handled properly, ser...

Feb

What Conditions Can Be Caused By Toxic Exposure On a Railroad Site?

For anyone in any given industry, having to worry about suffering serious harm from something on the job is an unwanted thought. Unfortunately, for railroad workers, this is a common occurrence and there are various circumstances in which someone can sustain injuries.One of th...

Feb

[Infographic] Which Substances Present Dangers On Railroad Workplaces?

For railroad workers, there are various dangers of which they need to be aware. Unfortunately, some dangerous substances can be present and prolonged exposure can mean serious health concerns. Here are some of the most common toxic substances that are found on railroad workplac...

Feb

Can a Railroad Accident Be Caused By Faulty Equipment?

There are different types of railroad accidents, and not everyone fully understands what can cause them. Of course, there are those that receive plenty of publicity involving trains derailing or colliding with a vehicle. However, there are other ones involving railroad workers...

Feb

What Safety Measures Must Be In Place to Prevent Railroad Accidents?

Railroad workers are in an industry where there are plenty of dangers of which to be aware. There are hazardous materials, difficult working conditions, and more. However, it's imperative that there be safety measures in place to protect those in the industry.Understandi...

Feb

Who's Responsible for Faulty Railroad Equipment or Tools?

Railroad workers are already tasked with a difficult job. They work long hours and sometimes they don't have the best working conditions. They hope that at the end of the day, everything will go smoothly and that they’ll get to go home safely.What happens, though...

Feb

Over the Years: Have Railroad Worker Injuries Improved?

For years, one of the least talked about industries in terms of workplace injuries has been the railroad industry. Workers have suffered serious injuries over the years, but has it gotten better or worse since stats have been recorded? It’s imperative to know what has...

Feb

[Infographic] Injuries and Fatalities to Railroad Workers the Past Decade

In the railroad industry, how often do injuries and fatalities occur? Our railroad work injury lawyers have provided an infographic breaking down the numbers over the years to give those in the industry an idea of how serious these situations are. If you’ve suffe...

Feb

What Rights Do Railroad Workers Have to Pursue Justice After an Injury?

Working in the railroad industry can be complex, with several dangers present and even more when negligence is involved. For those injured as a result of this type of situation, it's important to recognize what rights workers have to take legal action and pursue justice...