Safety Regulation Compliance Does Not Preclude Filing a FELA Claim
A railroad worker hurt on the job files a claim under the Federal Employer’s Liability Act (FELA) to receive compensation […]
FELA Claims as Distinct and Separate Assertions than Workers’ Compensation Cases
Railway workers injured on the job can seek compensation for any suffering by filing a claim under the Federal Employer’s […]
ARLA Issues Statement on Racial and Economic Equality
The Academy of Rail Labor Attorneys (ARLA) is a trial lawyer group whose primary purpose is to improve the conditions […]
Frequently Asked Questions on Occupational Disability Annuities
Certain railroad employees are entitled to an occupational disability annuity under the Railroad Retirement Act. There are several questions surrounding […]
The Use of “Safer Alternatives” in Proving Fault in Railway Safety Cases
Railroad workers that are injured on the job must file a claim under the Federal Employer’s Liability Act (FELA). Workers […]
Frost v. BNSF Railway Company – 9th Circuit Rules in Favor of Railway Employee
Frost v. BNSF Railway Co. was decided last year by the Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals. The Court essentially held […]
Union Pacific Cuts Executive Salaries in Wake of Coronavirus
Union Pacific announced Monday that it will be cutting salaries and forcing workers to take unpaid leave due to the […]
Railroad Workers Get/Ask for Relief Due to COVID-19
First the good news. Railroad workers are starting to see some much-needed relief as COVID-19 cases continue to rise. The […]
Protection for Railroad Workers Needing Sick Days
As the novel coronavirus (COVID-19) continues to spread across our nation and impact countless individuals, we want to make sure […]
