act fela Case Settlements FELA cases can take from months to to resolve. It is important to choose a lawyer who understands FELA law and has experience trying these cases. Injured railroad workers are entitled to significant economic damages. They may also be able to seek non-economic damages, such as pain and suffering. The legal […]
Federal Employers Liability Act In 1908, Congress passed the Federal Employers’ Liability Act (FELA) A law designed to protect railroad workers from injury and death. FELA changed the law of common law by permitting injured workers to claim damages even when their employer was not negligent. They are also able to submit a claim without […]
Federal Employers Liability Act The high risk of injuries and deaths on railroads led Congress to pass the Federal Employers Liability Act (FELA) in 1908. FELA fundamentally changed the common law by allowing injured employees to recover damages without proving their employer’s negligence. It also allows the claimant to file a claim without fear of […]
Federal Employers’ Liability and Workers’ Compensation People who work in industries with high risks must adhere to strict safety standards. Workers who suffer injuries or even death in these industries can claim workers compensation. Railroad employees aren’t covered by state workers’ compensation programs. Instead, they might be able to sue employers under federal laws such […]
