Although train accidents are quite rare compared to traffic accidents, they do occur, and the injuries and fatalities that result are often catastrophic. At the law offices of Gacovino, Lake & Associates, our highly experienced personal injury/wrongful death attorneys provide superior counsel and representation to individuals who have suffered from an accident involving a train. We recognize the serious impact a train accident can have on a family, and we strive to ensure injured victims are fully compensated for their injuries and losses.

At Train Crossings, in the Station, and Elsewhere

Trains often travel at significant speeds, through populated and well-trafficked areas, carrying passengers or tons of freight. There are over 2,500 train crossings in the state of New York, alone, and every one of them presents an opportunity for an accident involving a train, pedestrians, or a car, truck, SUV, bus or motorcycle. In fact, every foot of train line can be the location of an accident, whether for a passenger on a train, occupants of another vehicle, or pedestrians. Train accidents may even involve maneuvers or mishaps at a train station.

In addition, although not much is said about it publicly, freight trains may be carrying very hazardous cargo—highly flammable materials, heavy construction equipment, noxious gas, or even radioactive materials. When there is a train accident spill or collision involving any of these cargoes, hundreds of people may suffer the consequence.

Compensation for Injuries and Losses

Even a relatively "minor" train accident—for example, if you're a passenger on a train and it stops suddenly and unexpectedly—can cause severe and long-lasting injuries, such as damage to one's back or head. Other train accidents can cause devastating injuries and fatalities. The individuals (or surviving family members) impacted by a train accident may be eligible for financial compensation for losses that are due to the accident, including, for example:

• Medical bills—for immediate and long-term treatment
• Lost income—both present and future
• Rehabilitation—physical and occupational
• Out-of-pocket expenses—such as for traveling to medical facilities, and help at home
• In fatal cases, all of the costs that attend the loss of a loved one
• Emotional suffering

Those who have suffered due to a train accident need experienced legal representation. The train accident attorneys at Gacovino, Lake & Associates stand ready to help. For information about your specific case, please contact us today.

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