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Jersey City Train Accident Attorney
If you have been injured in a train accident or lost a loved one as a result of any type of motor-vehicle accident, legal representation from a highly skilled Jersey City train accident attorney at Bhatt Law Group is essential. We can assist you with the complex legalities that most train accidents entail and may help you obtain the compensation you need to pay for any losses or damages you’ve experienced.
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Because trains are so large and travel with such momentum, train accidents often lead to catastrophic injuries and in some cases, death. If you have been injured in a train accident or lost a loved one as a result of any type of motor-vehicle accident, legal representation from a highly skilled Jersey City train accident attorney at Bhatt Law Group is essential. We can assist you with the complex legalities that most train accidents entail and may help you obtain the compensation you need to pay for any losses or damages you’ve experienced.
Call us today at (201) 798-8000 to find out how we can help you.
Common Causes of Train Accidents in New Jersey
Train passengers, railroad workers, pedestrians, as well as drivers and passengers of other cars, motorcycles, and bicycles may all be victims of train accidents. In New Jersey, train accidents arise for a wide variety of reasons. Some of the most common causes of these types of accidents include:
- Collisions with motor vehicles or other trains on the track
- Derailments from broken or cracked rails
- Track switching or train signal malfunction
- Trains traveling at an excessive speed
- Inadequate railroad crossing warnings
- Conductor error from distracted or impaired driving
- Chemical spills
The Federal Employers Liability Act (FELA)
The Federal Employers Liability Act or FELA is a federal law that was created in 1908 to provide railroad workers injured on the job with protection. If a worker can prove that the railroad was even partially responsible in causing the injury, they can sue the railroad company for negligence in a state or federal lawsuit.
Although FELA gives you the right to sue a railroad company, you won’t necessarily have to take your case to court. The company may offer you significant compensation to settle out of court and you’ll have the option of accepting the settlement, negotiating for a higher one, or taking your case to trial. An experienced Jersey City train accident lawyer will determine if FELA can improve your situation so that the best course of action can be taken.
How a Jersey City Train Accident Attorney Can Help
Train companies are responsible for maintaining high safety standards for their employees and passengers. If a train company fails to adhere to these standards and you suffer from an injury or the death of a loved one, you may be able to recover compensation for your damages. Some of these damages include medical bills, the cost of prescriptions, cost of future medical care, caregiver expenses, lost wages, pain and suffering, and emotional distress.
A Jersey City train accident lawyer will start by figuring out who is responsible for the injury or death. Then, they will determine which federal, state, and local laws apply to the accident and pinpoint its exact cause. Lastly, they will work with investigators such as safety professionals and engineers as well as other victims to make every effort to help you recover the compensation to which you may be entitled.
Contact Bhatt Law Group Today
Bhatt Law Group understands just how tragic a train accident can be. That’s why one of our Jersey City train accident lawyers will provide you with the empathy you deserve and skills necessary to hold the responsible party liable for their negligence.
Whether you were a passenger, pedestrian, or someone driving within the range of a derailment, you can count on our firm to improve your situation. Since New Jersey enforces strict statues of limitations on personal injury claims related to train accidents, you must consult a lawyer as soon as possible. By failing to do so, you may not be able to recover compensation.
Call us today at (201) 798-8000 for a free case evaluation.
Recent Settlements
$2,300,000 Settlement
Our client’s car was t-boned by a commercial vehicle. As a result, she required multiple lumbar spine surgeries. Bhatt Law Group immediately filed a lawsuit and retained experts. Prior to trial and after several depositions, we were able to obtain a settlement on behalf of our client.
$2,000,000 Settlement
Our client’s vehicle rolled over several times after being side-swiped by an 18 wheeler. This resulted in significant injuries to his neck and back. Client was unable to return to work because of his injuries. The insurance company contested the liability but after filing suit, serving discovery, and taking depositions, Bhatt Law Group was able to settle this case.
$1,750,000 Settlement
Our client was struck by a car that was attempting to make an illegal u-turn. This resulted in significant damage to our client’s car and he was taken to the hospital by ambulance. Our client required both back and knee surgery and physical therapy.
$1,300,000 Settlement
Our client was injured in a motor vehicle accident. As a result of the accident, our client sustained injuries to her spine.
$950,000 Settlement
Our client was injured when she was struck by a motor vehicle when crossing the street. As a result of the accident, our client sustained a fractured leg and injuries to her back. This was a difficult liability case but the settlement was obtained as a result of strong settlement negotiations.
$825,000 Settlement
Our client was injured when he slipped and fell on ice. As a result of the accident, our client sustained a broken ankle.
$375,000 Settlement
Our client was injured when he was rear-ended by a commercial vehicle in Jersey City. The liability insurance carrier argued low impact with minimal property damage and our client’s age to minimize the extent of his damages. As a result of the accident, our client sustained injuries to his neck and back resulting in multiple injections including a two level lumbar fusion and discectomy surgery. This settlement was the result of strategic preparation and strong settlement negotiations.
$100,000 Settlement
Our client was injured when she was involved in a motor vehicle accident in Maplewood. The claim had its complexities due to the claimant’s ongoing health issues, prior accident history and age. As a result of the subject accident, our client sustained an aggravation of injuries to her neck, back and right shoulder resulting in a one level discectomy with instrumentation. The bodily insurance carrier tendered its insured’s policy limits prior to the two year statute of limitations and without extensive litigation.
$75,000 Settlement
Multi-motor vehicle accident involving our client who suffered back injuries requiring injections.
* Results may vary depending on your particular facts and legal circumstances.
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When someone’s negligence causes you or a loved one serious injury, you deserve justice. Our team of personal injury lawyers at Bhatt Law Group is here to help you obtain the maximum available compensation for your medical costs, lost income, and other losses. We’re dedicated to fighting for the rights of injured people throughout New Jersey.
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When you’ve been charged with a crime or a traffic offense in New Jersey, you need a dedicated team of lawyers who will fight your charge aggressively. At Bhatt Law Group, our criminal defense team is made up of skilled and experienced trial attorneys, including a former prosecutor, who will work hard to get you the best possible outcome for your case.
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