FELA Wrongful Death Attorney
Railroad Accident Wrongful Death Claims
No amount of money can ever replace the loss of a family member, but if
a loved one has suffered a fatal
railroad injury or
occupational disease that was the result of employer negligence, you have a right to a legal
claim or settlement under the FELA. The Law Offices of Martin E. Jackson
can advise you of a strategy for pursuing your claim and represent you
throughout the process.
The Federal Employers' Liability Act provides for the right of surviving
family members to sue the railroad company for wrongful death. It states
that in the case of death of a railroad employee which is caused in whole
or in part by the employer's negligence, the company will be liable
for damages to the surviving spouse and children. If there are none, the
parents can make a claim, or any other next of kin who are dependent on
the employee. The railroad company claims agent may contact you to offer
a speedy settlement but you should not accept any amount of money, make
a recorded statement, or sign any type of paperwork before discussing
the situation with an experienced FELA attorney. Remember that the claims
agent's job is to limit financial losses to the company and your settlement
or lawsuit may be worth far more than what you have been offered.
FELA Wrongful Death Lawsuits
A wrongful death claim should be carefully calculated to maximize the amount
you may receive. Marty Jackson will work closely with you to determine
the monetary damages your family has suffered through lost income in the
present and future. If your loved one suffered a protracted illness, such as
mesothelioma or
melanoma, your claim may include medical bills. Whether the death was the result
of disease or if it was suffered in a
traumatic railroad personal injury, you can also claim damages for the pain and suffering inflicted on the decedent.