Even small oversights such as not preserving railroad crossing camera footage, witness contact information, or train and property evidence can jeopardize the compensation you deserve. Our team meticulously documents and manages every detail from the start to protect your rights and strengthen your claim.
What to Know About Train Accidents
Train accidents can occur suddenly and often involve catastrophic damage due to the size and speed of trains. Collisions may involve vehicles at railroad crossings, pedestrians on or near tracks, or passengers on the train itself. Because of the enormous force involved, train accidents frequently result in serious injuries or fatalities.
If you’ve been involved in a train accident, acting quickly is essential. Evidence such as surveillance footage, eyewitness accounts, train logs, and track maintenance records can be critical in establishing liability. Boyadzhyan Law Firm specializes in train accident cases, working with law enforcement, accident reconstruction experts, and insurers to ensure victims receive the compensation they deserve.
Even injuries that appear minor can worsen over time, so prompt legal and medical action is crucial. Our attorneys handle every aspect of your train accident claim—from gathering evidence to negotiating with insurers or pursuing litigation—so you can focus on recovery while we fight for your rights.
Who’s Liable in a Train Accident?
Train accidents can involve multiple parties, and liability is often complex. Common areas of responsibility may include:
Train operators and conductors
Negligence in operating the train, failure to follow safety protocols, or speeding.
Railroad companies
Failing to maintain tracks, signals, or safety equipment properly.
Vehicle drivers or pedestrians
Ignoring crossing signals, trespassing on tracks, or otherwise contributing to the collision.
It’s essential to determine exactly what happened during a train accident. Our team conducts thorough investigations, reviewing train logs, crossing signals, track conditions, witness statements, and vehicle or pedestrian evidence to establish liability. We also know how to challenge denied claims, resolve disputes with insurers, and hold all responsible parties accountable, including the train operator, the railroad company, municipalities responsible for track or crossing maintenance, or third-party contractors whose negligence contributed to the collision.
Common Injuries in Train Accidents
Accidents involving trains can cause catastrophic injuries due to the vehicle’s immense size, speed, and force. Passengers, pedestrians, and motorists near railroad crossings are particularly at risk.
Victims frequently suffer from:
- Traumatic brain injuries (TBI)
- Spinal cord injuries or paralysis
- Broken bones and fractures
- Internal organ damage
- Severe cuts, bruises, and soft tissue damage
- Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) or psychological trauma
Even injuries that appear minor after a train accident can result in serious or long-lasting complications. Don’t allow insurers to minimize your pain or the full impact of the collision. Our attorneys carefully document every aspect of your injuries from immediate symptoms to potential long-term consequences and advocate to ensure you receive full and fair compensation for medical expenses, lost income, and ongoing rehabilitation needs.
Why Train Accident Cases Require Aggressive Legal Action
Train accidents can result in catastrophic injuries, and obtaining full compensation is often highly complex. Liability may extend beyond the train operator to the railroad company, maintenance contractors, municipalities, or other parties whose negligence contributed to the collision. Multiple layers of responsibility and insurance coverage make these cases particularly challenging without experienced legal guidance.
Train accident victims also face significant legal and insurance obstacles. Railroad companies, insurers, and government agencies may attempt to minimize payouts, deny fault, or delay the claims process to limit financial exposure. After a train accident, you are often confronting a network of parties seeking to avoid accountability.
That’s why Boyadzhyan Law Firm handles every train accident case with urgency and a strategic, evidence-driven approach. We conduct comprehensive investigations, identify all responsible parties, and aggressively pursue every avenue of compensation for medical expenses, lost wages, pain and suffering, and long-term recovery needs.
What to Do After a Train Accident
If you’ve been involved in a train accident, acting quickly can protect your rights and strengthen your claim. Take these steps immediately
Ensure Safety and Seek Medical Attention
Move to a safe location if possible and get immediate medical care, even if injuries seem minor.
Report the Accident
Notify train personnel, the railway company, and law enforcement to create an official record.
Preserve Evidence
Document the scene with photos or videos, keep track of debris, and save any personal belongings involved in the incident.
Collect Witness Information
Get names and contact details of anyone who saw the accident.
Avoid Giving Statements to Insurance Adjusters Without an Attorney
Insurance companies may try to minimize or deny claims; consult an experienced train accident attorney before discussing the incident.
Common Causes of Train Accidents
Train accidents often happen suddenly and can result in catastrophic injuries. The most frequent contributing factors include:
- Driver or pedestrian failure to obey crossing signals or gates – Ignoring warning signs or trying to beat a train at a crossing.
- Mechanical failures or defects in the train or tracks – Malfunctioning brakes, worn rails, or signal failures.
- Speeding or operator error – Train operators exceeding safe speed limits or misjudging track conditions.
- Poorly maintained railroad crossings or infrastructure – Poorly maintained railroad crossings or infrastructure
- Obstructions on the tracks – Vehicles, debris, or fallen trees blocking the train’s path.
According to national traffic safety data, train-related accidents account for a significant number of serious injuries and fatalities each year. These statistics highlight the dangers passengers, pedestrians, and motorists face around train tracks and crossings, emphasizing the importance of proper train maintenance, operator training, and strict adherence to railway safety regulations to prevent collisions.
How Train Accident Insurance Coverage Works
Understanding insurance coverage in train accidents is essential for recovering compensation. Coverage can depend on the type of train, the operating company’s insurance policy, and any applicable third-party or uninsured/underinsured passenger or property provisions.
Key considerations include:
Operator Liability Coverage
Determining what the train company’s insurance covers, including passenger injuries, property damage, and third-party claims.
Uninsured/Underinsured Protection
Understanding whether you can recover compensation if the train operator’s insurance is insufficient to cover your losses.
Third-Party Claims
Identifying other potentially liable parties, such as contractors, maintenance providers, or nearby vehicle drivers, and determining how their insurance may contribute to your recovery.
Accessing insurance coverage after a train accident can be challenging, particularly if the train operator or railroad company disputes responsibility. Insurance providers may deny liability, question the circumstances, or delay your claim.
At Boyadzhyan Law Firm, we collect thorough evidence including railroad logs, train maintenance records, eyewitness accounts, surveillance footage, and official accident reports to establish fault and ensure that every element of your medical expenses, lost income, and other damages is fully documented and pursued.
How Our Train Accident Attorneys Build Your Case
Our firm follows a meticulous, proactive process to turn complex train accident claims into strong, evidence-backed cases. Because negligent train operators, railway companies, and insurance carriers often try to minimize or deny responsibility, we act quickly to secure critical documentation and build a compelling claim.
- Immediate Evidence Preservation: Securing surveillance footage, rail logs, train maintenance records, and eyewitness accounts to protect your claim from the outset.
- Thorough Investigation: Analyzing the accident site, train condition, signaling data, and potential safety violations to uncover all contributing factors.
- Liability Assessment: Determining all parties responsible, including train operators, railway companies, municipalities, or maintenance contractors.
- Medical and Economic Documentation: Working with healthcare and financial experts to accurately assess injuries, lost income, and long-term impacts.
By taking control of your train accident case immediately, we prevent negligent train operators, railway companies, or insurers from deflecting responsibility and ensure your account is documented accurately, clearly, and supported with strong legal advocacy.
Compensation Available After a Train Accident
If you’ve been injured in a train accident, you may be entitled to recover compensation for a variety of losses. At Boyadzhyan Law Firm, we work to ensure you receive every dollar you deserve, holding negligent train operators, railway companies, and other responsible parties accountable.
You may be able to recover compensation for:
- Medical expenses, including hospital bills, surgeries, and rehabilitation
- Lost wages and diminished earning capacity due to injury
- Pain and suffering caused by the accident
- Property damage, including personal belongings damaged in the crash
- Long-term care or ongoing treatment for permanent injuries
We make sure insurers don’t undervalue your train accident claim. Our attorneys work with medical and financial experts to thoroughly document your injuries, lost wages, and long-term impacts, pursuing the full compensation you deserve from negligent train operators, railway companies, or other responsible parties.
Contact a Train Accident Lawyer Today
If you’ve been injured in a train accident whether as a passenger, pedestrian, or motorist it’s crucial to act quickly. Insurance companies and railway operators often move fast to minimize payouts, shift blame, or pressure victims into accepting low settlements.
At Boyadzhyan Law Firm, we handle every aspect of your claim from start to finish. Our attorneys understand train accident dynamics, insurance structures, and the complex liability issues that can arise when multiple parties are involved. We know how to:
Preserve crucial evidence like train logs, footage, and accident data.
Identify all liable parties, including operators or maintenance companies.
Document injuries, lost wages, and long-term impacts.
Negotiate with insurers to secure full compensation.
Don’t let evasive tactics by train operators, engineers, or insurers stand between you and the compensation you deserve. Boyadzhyan Law Firm guides you through every step, protects your rights, and ensures no detail is overlooked. In train accident cases whether you were a passenger, pedestrian, or motorist having an experienced attorney on your side can make all the difference in securing full and fair recovery.
Providing compassionate legal assistance for you and your family.