Chicago Railroad Employee Accident Lawyers
Because of stringent federal regulation of the railroad industry, the legal handling of personal injury cases involving railroad workers is different from more conventional accident cases. Nonetheless, the accidents themselves are often serious and require steady, sure legal handling.
At the law firm of Skaletsky & Associates Ltd., located in Chicago, Illinois, we have nearly 30 years of experience in resolving railroad employee injuries using our understanding of the Federal Employees Liability Act (FELA). To obtain a free initial consultation with Scott Skaletsky, contact our firm today.
Legal Aid for Injured Railroad Workers
Railroad workers employed by such rail lines as Burlington Northern, Santa Fe, CSX, Union Pacific, Soo Line or Amtrak who have been injured in train-related injuries are covered under a federal statute known as the Federal Employees Liability Act (FELA). Like workers’ compensation laws, FELA provides railroad employees with compensation for injuries sustained in the line of duty. Common injuries suffered by railroad employees include:
- Back injuries sustained while throwing frozen or sticking switches
- Slips and falls on oily or icy surfaces
- Falls while cleaning or maintaining cars
- Crush injuries caused when employees are caught between two rail cars
- Other similar accidents
A Law Firm With Experience
At Skaletsky & Associates Ltd., we work as a team to provide you with efficient and effective service. Our lead attorney Scott Skaletsky handles most cases personally and makes himself available to clients to answer questions and provide legal aid that is specific and personalized. Having served as a personal injury attorney for nearly 30 years, Mr. Skaletsky has the skill, intuitiveness and knowledge needed to resolve your railroad personal injury matter quickly.
If you need a skilled lawyer to handle your railroad accident personal injury case or FELA-related matter, make sure you choose a firm with the experience and reputation necessary to meet your needs. Call the Chicago, Illinois, law office of Skaletsky & Associates, Ltd. today for your free initial consultation. Call us at 312-704-4242 or contact us online.
