Train Crossing Accidents

Fort Worth Railroad Crossing Accident Lawyer

We have all heard our parents tell us not to play on the railroad tracks. The truth is, most people in railroad crossing accidents don't come out alive. At the Dallas, Texas, law office of Jerry D. Andrews P.C., we understand the devastating results of collisions between trains and people. We can help the families of train accident victims recover the maximum compensation for their loss.

Contact lawyer Jerry D. Andrews for a free initial consultation to discuss your railroad crossing accident case.

Railroad companies must follow strict safety standards. When companies fail to meet these standards, people lose their lives. Our attorney, Jerry D. Andrews, is a board certified personal injury trial attorney with more than 15 years of experience practicing law. He has tried over 30 personal injury cases, winning millions of dollars in settlements and verdicts. Under his guidance, we review your case train accident case and determine whether the following mistakes were made:

• Improper mechanical maintenance: Due to lack of government funding, train brakes or other parts may not be properly maintained. Mechanical failures may prevent trains from stopping in time, resulting in a catastrophic crash.
• Defective crossing guards: Crossing guards are meant to warn drivers of oncoming trains. If they fail to operate correctly, drivers may unknowingly find themselves in the path of an approaching train.
• Overloaded cargo: The maximum weight trains can carry is strictly regulated. If cargo loads are too heavy, the train may tip, causing severe injuries or death.

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We understand that grief families face over the loss of a loved one in to a railroad crossing accident. By waiting to call an attorney, however, you may compromise your chances of receiving full compensation. At the law office of Jerry D. Andrews, we get to know our clients on a personal basis. In a free consultation, we will sit down with you and listen as you relate how the accident has affected your life.

For more information or to schedule an appointment regarding a railroad crossing accident, please contact us in Dallas, Texas, today. Don't wait to seek the compensation you deserve.