Train Accident Injury
Railway accidents often happen because of the railway company's negligence (such as deficient maintenance of locomotives or track) or the negligence of the train driver. Most of these accidents could have been avoided if the train operator had acted properly. A train accident injury can be devastating because it can result in fatality.
In 2005, 33 people died and 730 people more were injured from train accident injuries. That same year, there are 2,256 derailments and 261 collisions recorded. As you may notice from the figures, train accidents are actually quite common.
Railroad accidents can also happen from spills which can pose harm to the environment. Because trains often carry freight cars that carry industrial cargo, they can be prone to accidents which may release hazardous materials such as oil, coal, chemicals and even radioactive materials.
The laws in California that govern liability on railroad accidents can be very complicated. When it comes to injuries sustained in a train accident, proving the physical, emotional, or psychological breadth of an injury can be very hard. Of course railroad companies are not that willing to assume responsibility, so it would be necessary for accident victims to contact a train accident injury lawyer to facilitate good recovery of damages resulting from the injury.
Mesriani & Associates have a team of credible and trustworthy California train accident injury attorneys who understand the laws pertaining to train accidents. We are very different among other personal injury law firms as we do dedicate our time and efforts to get the necessary compensation from railroad companies and insurance companies.
Call our offices today and let our resources and expertise help you through the very complicated process of getting compensation from your train accident injury. Our toll-free number is available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. We work on a contingency fee basis.






