Whistleblower

When corruption, negligence or fraud occurs within the railroad industry, it can endanger lives, waste taxpayer fund and erode public trust. This is where whistleblowers step in as crucial defenders of integrity and accountability. Whistleblowers can uncover...

It takes courage for railroad employees to act as whistleblowers. Although the Federal Railroad Safety Act (FRSA) protects railroad employees from unlawful whistleblower retaliation, they still generally need to protect themselves.  Here are some of the things railway...

Transportation incidents are among the top causes of catastrophic injuries and premature mortality in the United States. A significant percentage of transportation incidents involve passenger vehicles on public roads. However, railway incidents occur more frequently...

Railroad workers sometimes find themselves in difficult positions. The companies that they work for provide critical services for the country and may play a role in maintaining railway infrastructure. As such, they may directly bill the government for certain...

If you’re preparing to “blow the whistle” on employer misconduct—whether it involves safety violations, fraud or retaliation—it's important to protect your identity and the integrity of your information from the very beginning. That includes being extremely cautious...

Railway workers often find themselves on the front lines of safety and compliance. When they witness unsafe conditions, fraud, or misuse of funds, reporting these issues is legally protected under the Federal Railroad Safety Act (FRSA). However, not every report will...

Working for a railroad can be a demanding but rewarding career. Many people enjoy helping to maintain and operate a critical form of domestic infrastructure. Professionals who work for the railroads hope to keep their jobs indefinitely and to continue working in the...

Railroad employees have many concerns on the job. Stressed-out travelers who could become dangerous if provoked. Customer-facing professionals typically have to handle even the most aggressive passengers with grace and patience to avoid complaints.  Others work in...

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...

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...