If you or a loved one has been involved in a train accident in Chicago, it is important to seek legal counsel as soon as possible. Train accidents can be complex, and the laws governing them are different from those for other types of accidents. The experienced Chicago train accident lawyers at The Kryder Law Group, LLC Accident and Injury Lawyers are familiar with these laws and will be able to help you navigate the legal process.
We Help Victims of Chicago Train Accidents
The Kryder Law Group, LLC Accident and Injury Lawyers helps train accident victims injured as:
Passengers on a train
Parties struck by a train including motorists at railroad crossings or pedestrians
Employees of the City of Chicago or other municipalities
Injured railroad workers injured at work covered by the Federal Employers Liability Act (FELA)
We understand that a train accident can cause serious injuries and even death. Our experienced train accident lawyers will fight for your rights to compensation. We have experience working with the complex laws regarding railroad accidents, from FELA claims for railroad worker injuries to personal injury lawsuits for train accidents and can help you seek the compensation you deserve.
If you or a loved one has been injured in a Chicago train accident, contact The Kryder Law Group, LLC Accident and Injury Lawyers today for a free consultation with a Chicago railroad accident lawyer. We are dedicated to fighting for the rights of our clients and will do everything we can to make sure they receive the financial compensation they deserve.
Why Hire a Chicago Train Accident Lawyer?
Railroad companies and the train you were riding when you were injured are often owned and operated by a government agency. The City of Chicago will have lawyers ready to contest your case and dispute your account of events. While healing from serious injuries, you may not be in a position to represent yourself against railroad companies and prove railroad negligence.
How a Lawyer Can Help to Maximize the Value of Railroad Accident Cases
By having our train accidents legal team on your side, we can:
Handle your case at no upfront or out-of-pocket cost
Investigate the circumstances of your accident
Present our findings to the liable insurer
Determine the at-fault and liable parties including the railroad company or city involved
Demonstrate how you were affected by negligence
Calculate your past, present, and future losses and negotiate on your behalf to maximize your financial compensation for these losses
Advise you on your options
File your insurance claim and/or lawsuit
Represent you in court if your case goes to trial
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Our Chicago train accident lawyers at The Kryder Law Group, LLC Accident and Injury Lawyers are committed to helping injured victims recover the compensation they deserve. Contact us today for a free case evaluation.
There’s a Limited Time to Act After Train Accidents in Chicago
Train accidents can cause train derailments, explosions, fires, and destruction of property. All of these types of accidents are complex cases that require the expertise of an experienced personal injury lawyer. If you or a loved one has been injured due to a train accident in Chicago, it is important to act quickly as there are strict deadlines for filing personal injury claims. Generally, you have two years from the date of the railway accident to file a lawsuit for personal injury or wrongful death.
If you are filing a lawsuit against a government entity when you have been injured in a train crash, you may have even shorter deadlines to file a claim so it is important to contact an experienced attorney as soon as possible. The attorneys at The Kryder Law Group, LLC Accident and Injury Lawyers will make sure you meet all the necessary deadlines and help you get the compensation you deserve for your injuries.
How The Kryder Law Group, LLC Accident and Injury Lawyers Can Help You
Here are some additional reasons why you should speak to a train accident lawyer at our personal injury law firm after a train crash:
You may not be able to handle the case yourself and are unsure of where to start. We can answer your questions and tell you what to expect in a free case evaluation.
You may already be feeling stressed from communication from the government, Chicago transit authority, or railroad company contesting your case. We will handle all communications related to your case, so you don’t have to be worried about how to answer.
You may be entitled to significant compensation. We can assess your case and tell you what your case may be worth.
Train accidents in Chicago, IL can be very serious and often result in significant injuries or fatalities. Let us handle your case while you focus on healing and getting your life back to normal.
We Have No Problem Going up Against a Government Entity
Personal injuries can lead to staggering medical expenses. After getting hit by a train at a railroad crossing, getting injured while commuting, or in an another accident involving a train, you might feel as though you’re staring down an insurmountable opponent with no end to the medical costs and other expenses. Chicago does not take these situations lightly, and its representatives will work tirelessly to deny your claim. This is how we can put our experience from past cases to work for you.
We won a $3 million award for a claimant who was injured by a garbage truck owned and operated by the city. In another case, we shattered DuPage County records when we recovered $7.5 million for an injured construction worker.
We Will Seek Your Economic and Non-Economic Losses
Your damages include both economic and non-economic losses. Economic losses relate to your damages that have direct financial values, such as:
Medical bills for physical injuries
Rehabilitation
Mental health counseling
Property damage costs
Lost income and lost wages
Lost benefits, tips, and bonuses
Your non-economic damages relate to other aspects of your accident, like your physical and emotional turmoil. Some examples include:
Pain and suffering
Impaired quality of life
Scarring and disfigurement
Disability
Loss of consortium
Our Chicago train accident attorneys will calculate your total damages and seek your rightful compensation. We will hold the train company, train operators, and liable parties accountable for their negligence, so you can focus on recovery.
How We Calculate Your Expenses
The insurance company might initially offer you what appears to be a good deal. However, without accounting for your current and future expenses, you cannot know whether a settlement offer to your railroad accident claim is fair. We can calculate your expenses by:
Totaling your receipts, invoices, and billing statements
Consulting field experts, like economists
Reviewing cases similar to yours
Accounting for the impact of the accident on your life
We will calculate your total damages then fight for the best possible outcome. We work on a contingency fee basis, so you pay nothing until we recover compensation for you.
Contact us today to learn more about our services and how we can help with your case.
Three Things You Need to Know About Chicago Train Accident Cases
Whether you were involved in a commuter train accident, a train derailment, were hit while driving across railroad tracks by a Metra train, were in a car accident at a railroad crossing, or another scenario where you suffered serious injury on train tracks, here are three things that are important for you to know about railroad accidents.
Most Cases are Settled Through Claims
Filing a lawsuit for personal injury claims and going to court does not appeal to a lot of people. However, keep in mind that most cases never make it to the courtroom according to the American Bar Association (ABA). We will do everything possible to resolve your case at the negotiating table.
If this doesn’t work out, don’t worry. We will handle everything involved with your train accident lawsuit if it goes to court.
There is No Average Settlement for Train Accidents
The value of your damages and potential financial recovery will depend on the specifics of your situation, such as the severity of your injuries and missed time from work due to the railroad accident.
Settlements for FELA claims by railroad employees or train employees are also different from settlements from personal injury cases. Additionally, the outcomes of many train accident cases are confidential, so there is no way to know the value of these claims.
You Should Visit a Healthcare Provider
After suffering a train accident in Chicago, IL our lawyers advise seeking medical care. While you undergo treatment, keep copies of your:
Medications
Imaging scan results and lab test results
Healthcare providers’ names and the facilities at which you received treatment
Treatment options, treatment plans, and medical records
Diagnosis and prognosis
All medical bills and expenses receipts
These could be critical evidence for your claim. Our experienced Chicago train accident attorneys at The Kryder Law Group, LLC Accident and Injury Lawyers are here to help you recover your rightful compensation.
We will fight for the best possible outcome so that you can focus on recovery. Contact us today.
If you or a loved one has been involved in a train accident in Chicago, it is important to seek legal counsel as soon as possible.
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