Learn About FELA

Dreesen Law Firm, LLC, works to protect railroad workers and their families. Each case varies, so to learn how we can help you on your specific case please contact Dreesen Law Firm, LLC, for a free consultation.

To learn general information about train accidents and the FELA please see below. Specifics and legalities vary from case to case, which we are happy to help you with. To get help contact Dreesen Law Firm, LLC.

The attorney you choose could determine the difference between ongoing litigation and quick compensation. Please contact Dreesen Law Firm, LLC, to receive a free consultation and learn more about what you can do to receive compensation.

FELA - An Overview

Injuries and death caused by common carriers by railroads gave the Federal Employer’s Liability Act a cause to take action. FELA was created by the Department of Transportation Act of 1966. Under FELA, workers have been allowed monetary payouts for pain and suffering by allowing a jury to determine awards based on comparative negligence. If you have been injured at your job as a railroad employee or as a citizen at a railroad crossing, we urge you to contact Dreesen Law Firm, LLC, to learn more about your legal rights and how we can help you.
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Q: What is FELA?
A: Under FELA, workers have been allowed monetary payouts for pain and suffering by allowing a jury to determine awards based on comparative negligence. Congress passed FELA in response to the thousands of deaths and injuries in the late 1800s and early 1900s, and since then, the industry has been unable to reform the law.

Q: I'm a railroad worker and I was injured on the job. Can I recover damages for my injuries from my employer?
A: When your railroad company has neglected to create a safe environment for you, then your injuries are partially, if not completely their responsibility. You may be able to recover compensation for your injuries if you can prove that the railroad was negligent, your employment furthered the railroad’s interstate transportation business, and you were working within the scope of your employment.

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Railroads' Duties under FELA

The creation of FELA which took place more than a century ago, changed the railroad industry in multiple ways. Not only did it give railroad workers a chance to recover and receive compensation for their injuries, but it also forced the railroad companies to improve their safety regulations and provide railroad workers with safer working conditions. Although safety regulations have improved, there are still thousands of accidents per year and are in need of an experience attorney to help provide workers with the compensation they deserve. If you are a worker that needs the help of an attorney please contact Dreesen Law Firm today.
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FELA and Workplace Safety Regulations

The smartest thing to do after an accident involving the railroad is to establish that the injuries you received were a violation of the workplace safety regulations, which in turn proves that the railroad company is liable for your injuries. Laws vary from state to state and from railroad to railroad, but some laws are federal. Such as, the Federal Railroad Safety Authorization Act of 1994, the purpose of which is to "promote safety in every area of railroad operations and reduce railroad-related accidents and incidents. To learn more about federal and state laws that are relevant to your case, contact Matthew Dreesen at the Dreesen Law Firm, LLC.
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FELA Lawsuit Chronology

Railroad accidents are not something that a person would experience everyday. So at Dreesen Law Firm, LLC, we understand that you may be a little insecure when it comes to your claim due to complications and technicalities that litigation contains. While every lawsuit is unique, there are some similarities common to FELA claims. Most of the time victims have to deal with frustrating delays and suprises due to the litigation process, so we have provided you with the chronology of how a typical lawsuit will proceed. An FELA attorney can explain this process in greater detail during a free consultation.
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FELA - What To Do If You Are Injured

The most crucial moments of your who case begin right after the accident has occurred, especially when making a claim to the FELA. There is no room for error when gathering the data that proves what happened during your accident. Please contact a Dreesen Law Attorney today to learn the correct steps to take during your free consultation.
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FELA Resource Links

Federal Railroad Administration
From the US Department of Transportation, this site includes information on railroad development, safety and legislation.

Association of American Railroads
A trade association for the railroad industry in the US. This site contains information presented from an industry perspective.

US Department of Labor
The Department of Labor administers a variety of federal labor laws and helps workers and retired people by improving working conditions and protecting retirement & health care benefits.

National Transportation Safety Board
A government agency that is concerned with transportation safety issues and investigating the causes of railroad, aviation, marine and pipeline accidents.

National Labor Relations Board
An independent federal agency concerned with representation, investigation and remedies for unfair labor practices by employers and unions.

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