Railroad workers help maintain and expand one of the most important infrastructure systems in the United States. There is a substantial amount of federal funding available for organizations that install, maintain and repair actual railroad routes. Many large companies...
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How does pure comparative negligence affect a FELA claim?
Railroad workers suffering from significant injuries or illnesses due to work-related incidents have recourse under federal law. The Federal Employers Liability Act (FELA) offers support when state-level options are unavailable. FELA allows injured railroad workers to...
How the False Claims Act protects railroad workers
When it comes to labor rights, the False Claims Act stands as a powerful defender of the rights and well-being of railroad workers. This legislation plays a pivotal role in maintaining the integrity of the railroad industry. Initially enacted to combat fraud against...
Concerns about retaliation when reporting safety issues
The U.S. Department of Labor reported an investigation resulted in a payment of $667,000 to two railroad workers due to whistleblower retaliation in 2021. This judgment helps to underscore the importance of workers not being afraid to stand up for safety and report...
Rail line workers face devastating hazards
As a railway worker, you deal with an environment full of potential hazards each day you show up for work. Heavy machinery, high voltages and massive locomotives create a unique set of dangers. The risks are always there but understanding them can help you take...
How to cope with hearing loss as a railroad worker
High levels of noise can wreak havoc on your hearing. Across all industries, loud noise is a problem, but railroad workers are among the working population highly susceptible to hearing loss. Hearing loss affects not only your job performance but also your quality of...
How to appeal a whistleblower complaint denial
As a railroad worker, you have a right to file a report against your company if you witness practices that could pose a danger to yourself, your colleagues or society. Railroad accidents have devastating consequences, but sometimes, a whistleblower may have his or her...
What are the symptoms of mesothelioma?
Railroad workers have a long history of asbestos exposure. Asbestos is a naturally occurring mineral that is a fire retardant and insulation. Unfortunately, asbestos also led to mesothelioma, a rare form of cancer. To receive timely medical intervention and to report...
What measures can workers take when reporting a railroad injury?
After sustaining an injury, railroad workers can file a claim under the Federal Employers' Liability Act (FELA). It differs from typical workers' compensation cases because it focuses on injuries caused by the railroad's negligence. Due to the nature of this claim...
Railroad workers can receive compensation for False Claims suits
Railroad workers sometimes learn uncomfortable truths through the course of their employment. For example, they might discover eventually that their employer engages in very questionable billing practices or doesn't do all of the regular maintenance work that it...