Train Accidents

TRAIN ACCIDENT ATTORNEY IN California

Train Accidents pose a constant fairly common risk to passengers. If you’ve been injured in a train related accident that was caused by someone else, you deserve fair compensation and accountability from those responsible. Turn to the California Train accident lawyers at DePaoli Law Team for help. Our legal team has more than three decades of combined experience handling motorcycle accident cases. Travis Black, serving
as counsel of the firm is a former police officer and insurance adjuster who knows how law enforcement investigates train accidents and how insurance companies defend themselves. 

Together, our team has a proven track record of success. We have secured millions of dollars in compensation for our clients throughout California. We understand the difficulties of recovering from a train related accident, and we fight to maximize the payments our clients receive.

As a first step, we offer free consultations wherever and whenever is most convenient for you. And you’ll never owe us a dime unless and until we win compensation for you. Contact us today to speak with a knowledgeable train accident lawyer in a free case review.

UNDERSTANDING WHY TRAIN ACCIDENT CASES ARE MORE COMPLICATED

Riders injured in train related accidents often find that these claims are much more complicated than an average car accident case. That’s because train accident cases have unique challenges due to the severe nature of injuries, inherent biases against trains, different insurance coverages, and increased difficulty in proving liability. 

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HOW A TRAIN ACCIDENT LAWYER CAN HELP YOU

When you’ve been injured in a train related accident, a lawyer from DePaoli Law Team, can help you pursue the maximum financial recovery possible by:
 

Recovering evidence from the accident to determine how the accident crash happened and who may be legally liable for your injuries and property damage

Explaining your legal rights and options, including whether you may be able to pursue financial compensation through your own insurance coverage

Working with accident reconstruction experts to build a persuasive case on your behalf

Consulting with medical experts, economists, and long-term care planners to demonstrate the full extent of your losses

Preparing and filing your claims for compensation with the at-fault parties and their insurance companies

Handling all communications with insurers and attorneys so that you can focus on your treatment and recovery

Negotiating for a settlement that provides you with fair and full compensation for your injuries and losses

Taking your train related accident lawsuit to court if the other side refuses to agree to a fair settlement

POTENTIAL DAMAGES IN A TRAIN ACCIDENT CLAIM

In a train accident claim, you may be entitled to financial compensation for expenses and losses related to the wreck. A settlement can also include money for future expenses caused by your injuries and the accident, such as ongoing rehab treatment.
Your compensation may cover:

Speak with an experienced train accident attorney in to understand what compensation you might be owed.

HOW LONG DO YOU HAVE TO FILE A TRAIN ACCIDENT LAWSUIT?

Under California’s statute of limitations, you typically have only two years from the date of a motorcycle accident to file a personal injury lawsuit for compensation. If you wait until after the deadline on your claim, you risk the court dismissing your lawsuit. Protect your claim by contacting an attorney as soon as possible. A lot of legal legwork goes into preparing a lawsuit. The sooner you start on your case, the better.

COMMON TYPES OF TRAIN CLAIMS WE HELP WITH

At DePaoli Law Team our train accident attorneys have extensive experience handling all types of crash claims, such as: Hits, Lacerations and bruising, Burns, Broken bones, Dislocated joints, Soft-tissue sprains, strains, and tears Herniated spinal discs, Spinal cord injuries and paralysis, Internal injuries and bleeding, Crush injuries, Facial injuries, Head injuries, Traumatic brain injuries and Amputation.

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COMMON INJURIES IN TRAIN ACCIDENTS

Unfortunately, train riders are sometimes exposed to injury in the event of a collision. For this reason, riders tend to suffer serious and catastrophic physical harm in train related accidents and crashes. Injuries commonly suffered in train accidents include:

  • Hits
  • Lacerations and bruising
  • Burns
  • Broken bones
  • Dislocated joints
  • Soft-tissue sprains, strains, and tears
  • Herniated spinal discs
  • Spinal cord injuries and paralysis
  • Internal injuries and bleeding
  • Crush injuries
  • Facial injuries
  • Head injuries and traumatic brain injuries
  • Amputation

GET HELP FROM A SEASONED TRAIN ACCIDENT LAWYER NOW

If you were injured in a train related accident that was caused by someone else’s negligent or reckless conduct, contact DePaoli Law Team today for a free consultation. An experienced train accident lawyer from our firm can meet with you anytime and anywhere that is convenient for you.