Southern California Train Accident Lawyers
Southern California Metro Link Injury Lawyers
National statistics show that every two hours there is a train accident involving injury, death or property damage.
With over 600 railroads current in the United States and literally thousands of miles of track, train travel is becoming increasingly popular. With the introduction of the Metro rails, Southern California has an even higher percentage of train injuries and deaths each year than the national average.
Railroads have a duty to ensure the safety of its passengers by complying with all safety laws. While some accidents cannot be avoided, the NTSB (National Transportation Safety Board) reports that nearly half of all serious train accidents could have been avoided with updated technology and satellite systems that have been available for more than 10 years. The NTSB has recommended the upgrade of old and outdated technology although most railroads have not complied. All railroads must report train accidents to the FRA (Federal Railroad Administration) within thirty days of the occurrence.
When a railroad or train accident does occur, there are laws that govern whether or not the carrier is liable. There are many factors that determine if the railroad company was at fault and could have prevented the accident and resulting injuries by exercising the proper care and maintenance. Also, if the carrier is found liable, there are even more factors to consider as to what percentage of liability they will have to assume.
Southern California train accidents can be caused in many ways such as train collisions, derailments, poorly maintained tracks, non-compliance of safety standards, inadequate security and other negligence issues. The laws are complex and vary greatly dependant upon the circumstances surrounding the accident.
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