Protecting Whistleblowers & The Injured
If you suffer an injury while working on the railroads, the logical thing to do is to report it to your supervisor. They should then coordinate with anyone in the company they need to, so that you can get the treatment and time off to recover that you need. A report...
In a time pocked by a seeming uptick in airline disasters and near-misses, it is a good time to examine just how safe the nation’s railroads are. Last year, the Federal Railroad Administration (FRA) released data confirming that the past 10 years have been the safest...
Inclement weather and heavy moving machinery are commonplace in railyards. Those hazards are only some of what makes each shift dangerous for railroad workers. On top of those conditions, these hardworking men and women perform physically demanding tasks and often...
Railroad workers help to maintain crucial infrastructure used by passengers and businesses, as well as the government. In some cases, railway employees may become aware of questionable practices on the part of an employer. For example, they may discover that their...
Whistleblowers have traditionally played an invaluable role in helping to ensure accountability within industries, and the railroad sector is no exception. Railroad workers are often the first to witness safety violations, regulatory non-compliance or unethical...
Railway work has always been dangerous, but in recent years, safety measures and regulatory oversight have helped reduce accident rates. However, these improvements could be at risk due to government workforce cuts made under the the current administration. Railroads...
Railroad work, while vital, presents unique hazards. If you're a railroad worker in New York who has suffered an injury, understanding your rights under the Federal Employers Liability Act (FELA) is crucial. Unlike workers' compensation, FELA allows you to seek...
Railroad workers face unique challenges and risks in their line of work, and when injuries occur, the Federal Employers Liability Act (FELA) provides a pathway for compensation. However, navigating the FELA claims process requires attention to detail, particularly...
Speaking up about safety violations, fraud or wrongdoing in the railroad industry takes courage. Whistleblowers play an objectively critical role in ensuring that companies follow federal regulations designed to protect workers, passengers and communities. Under the...
Whistleblowing is a courageous act that exposes wrongdoing, safety violations and/or fraud within the workplace. For railroad workers who report unsafe conditions, employer misconduct or regulatory violations, speaking out is undoubtedly valuable, but it can be risky....
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