Committed Railroad Accident Attorney

Serving Dutchess County, NY; Ulster County, NY; Greene County, NY; Columbia County, NY; and Orange County, NY

Trains are massive and often move at such high speeds that anything they hit is likely to be severely damaged. If humans are involved in the collision, the results can include devastating injuries and even death. Railroad accidents may not be common, but the Law Office of Steven M. Melley has experience holding negligent companies accountable for the injuries they’ve caused.

Railroad companies are responsible for following specific safety guidelines to avoid causing injuries or derailments. When these guidelines aren’t followed, problems arise. That is when we come in. We are an experienced railroad accident attorney with knowledge of transportation requirements, labor laws, civil litigation, and federal regulations. You can rest assured that we have the experience needed to represent you.

Reasons to Use a Railroad Accident Attorney

When an accident occurs involving a train, you want a team you can trust. Reasons why connecting with the Law Office of Steven M. Melley are beneficial are as follows:

• We fight railroad companies for the compensation you deserve.
• Our railroad accident attorneys are knowledgeable of these types of cases.
• We seek expertise of trauma doctors, railroad engineers, forensic engineers, and other experts who can bolster your case.

The trusted railroad accident attorneys at the Law Office of Steven M. Melley take pride in supporting those who have been impacted by a train injury. We take every step necessary to make sure you receive the support you deserve.

Types of railroad cases we can deal with include the following:

● Federal Employers Liability Act (FELA) ● Employee rail yard injuries ● Train collisions with other trains ● Train crashes with cars, trucks, buses, and other motor vehicles

● Pedestrians hit by trains ● Derailment ● Mechanical failure ● Poorly maintained tracks ● Malfunctioning or missing railroad crossing signals

● Conductor negligence ● Release of hazardous or toxic materials ● Safety and security breaches