Were you injured at a railroad crossing?
The U.S. Department of Transportation’s Federal Railway Administration, keeps data on the thousands of railroad crossing accidents which occur each year. In fact, most vehicle collisions with trains occur at railroad crossings. If a truck is in its path, there is not much a train can do to avoid a collision. It may take a passenger train over a mile to stop. Trains often travel through crossings high speeds, especially in rural areas.
A commercial truck, even with its large weight and size, is still no match for a locomotive. Truck drivers, like all other drivers, should obey signals and gates at railroad crossings but sometimes these safety devices are ignored in an effort to save time. Truck drivers should never ignore flashing lights or gates and in most states, must stop at least fifteen feet from the railroad tracks if a stop is required. Truck drivers should also take care if they are carrying a low trailer, such as a vehicle trailer. Railroad crossing grades can be tricky to navigate and trucks have the potential to become stuck on the tracks.
In the United States, railroad companies are responsible for the design and maintenance of safe crossings with the roadway. However, many problems have been reported with crossing such as, excessive train speed, failure of train operator to sound the horn when required, inadequate sight distance down the track, train operator error, or failure of safety measures such as crossing arms, lights and bells. Uncovering these issues requires a lawyer with experience.
It is important to have an experienced lawyer on your side.
Goldberg & Osborn knows what you are going through and can help guide you through the process of winning the compensation you deserve. Truck accidents at crossing can involve many parties including, railroad companies, insurance companies, and government and law enforcement agencies. It is important to have an experienced lawyer on your side.
To have your potential case reviewed by one of our personal injury lawyers, please call Goldberg & Osborne today. We offer a free, no obligation initial case evaluation.
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