Protecting Whistleblowers & The Injured
Maybe you just started your job, or perhaps you transferred to a different department. While you trained with the person who will be your supervisor or who you will replace, they say some things that worry you. For example, they may talk about writing down that they...
Railroad work is one of the most dangerous occupations in the United States. According to the Bureau of Transportation Statistics, there were 3,050 railroad worker injuries in 2020. Many common injuries include slips, trips, and falls; contact with equipment; and...
When whistleblowers are considering if they should take action or not, they often run into something of a dilemma. They're just not sure what to do, and it's a hard decision to make. The consequences in either direction can feel monumental. This often means that...
The railways are utilized by members of the public across Connecticut. Trains also play a key role in carrying vital goods across the state and country. Thousands of people are employed in this sector. Jobs can pay well and there is a steady stream of work, but there...
First, let's break down what a FELA claim is: FELA is the Federal Employers Liability Act that protects the rights of railroad workers who are injured on the worksite. This allows railroad workers to sue their employers in the case of negligence in the work...
Working in a railyard requires considerable stamina. It often involves non-traditional hours, changing schedules, overtime shifts and doing strenuous work in all kinds of weather (particularly here in our region). This all puts workers at risk for serious or fatal...
The Federal Employment Liability Act (FELA) was originally designed to offer legal protection for railroad workers who have sustained injuries while at work. It is also meant to provide a guideline for safety standards in the railroad industry. FELA, like workers’...
As a railroad worker, you may be tasked with helping to make sure that cargo reaches its destination, or perhaps you help passengers as they travel. In either case, you have to think about your safety as well as your job performance. One of the scariest prospects for...
The federal government plays a big role in the maintenance of the United States railway infrastructure. Companies that own and manage different sections of rail can bill the government for their investments. Generally speaking, businesses operating and managing...
Work on the railways is very unique and so is the law around railroad worker employment. Typically, railroad workers are considered federal employees. There are various reasons for this, with one being that railroad workers tend to regularly work across state...
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