Work With a Legal Team To File Your Disability Claim

Getting benefits as a disabled railroad employee is often a challenging task. If the paperwork is not filled out correctly, you can be denied coverage. That is why working with an experienced railroad injury attorney is a good idea.

At Dreesen Law Firm, LLC, we can help you hold the negligent party accountable and recover the compensation you need to move forward. The Dreesen Law Firm's primary objective is railroad crossing and railroad employee safety. Please call our Chesterfield office toll free at 1.800.449.7135 for a free consultation today.

Getting It Done Right

Under federal law — the Railroad Retirement Act — railroad workers are entitled to coverage for unemployment, disability, death and retirement. Disability benefits for injured railroad workers are handled by the Railroad Retirement Board.

Our firm's legal assistant used to work for the Railroad Retirement Board. She understands the disability paperwork and will help you fill it out correctly. The disability claim paperwork is critical; you must provide the correct information to get coverage. You must also submit it in a timely fashion. So don't wait to call (314) 409.9606.

Types of Disability Benefits

If you suffer an on-the-job injury, whether traumatic or cumulative, you may apply for occupational or permanent disability benefits You will be advised on the possibility of filing for either occupational disability or permanent and total disability. We can help you understand the difference between the two types and help you complete the disability claim paperwork required.

Now Is the Time to Start

Talk to a lawyer today — you don't want to miss the disability claim deadlines. Please call us at 314.409.9606 or toll free at 1.800.449.7135 for a free consultation.

We help injured railroad workers in Missouri, Nebraska and elsewhere throughout the United States.