Working as a tie plug operator for Union Pacific’s Maintenance of Way Engineering Department, Musgraves states that he had been recently transferred to the Dupo facility that is also owned by the railroad. According to the lawsuit, at this yard, Musgraves duties required him to “enter and use an 18 wheeler box trailer to get a switch heater.”

The man’s injuries occurred when the door to the 18 wheeler box trailer slammed into his back. Musgraves claims to have suffered disabilities and disfigurement due to the injury. He also states that this injury has aggravated a pre-existing injury that now requires surgical treatments.

The lawsuit places the blame on Union Pacific for negligently failing to provide a latch to the door in order to secure it from slamming unto workers.

Under FELA laws, railroad workers are given the right to file a lawsuit against their employer if their injuries directly resulted from the employer’s negligence. If you have suffered injuries due to your employer’s negligence, contact a FELA lawyer at Williams Kherkher today by calling 866-950-9000.

Goodman’s family insists that CSX should have tested asbestos levels and warned workers of the hazardous material. They claim that CSX is legally responsible for the condition of Goodman’s working environment and their negligent behavior directly caused Goodman’s health issues, which eventually led to his death.

Under FELA, employers are legally liable for injuries that workers may experience due to the negligent actions of the employer.

According to Beaver, he was injured when Kinder Morgan Petcoke “negligently caused the KCS train, rail cars and locomotives….to derail.”

The lawsuit also claims that Kinder Morgan Petcoke failed to properly inspect, repair, and maintain the track involved in the accident. It also claims that to warn Mr. Beaver of the possible dangers associated with his job as well as failed to uphold railroad regulations and standards.

Richard Beaver is protected by the Federal Employer’s Liability Act (FELA), which holds negligent employer’s responsible for injuries that their employees suffer due to their acts of negligence. Under FELA laws, Beaver is eligible to seek compensation for his injuries.

If you or a loved one has been injured due to your employer’s negligent actions, contact a FELA lawyer at Williams Kherkher today by calling 866-950-9000.

The Federal Employer’s Liability Act was passed in 1908 and works to protect railroad workers from injuries caused by the negligence of their employers. Employers are responsible to provide workers with a safe working environment, as well as equipment to protect them from injuries, such as ear plugs.

Wengert’s lawsuit claims that Alton & Southern failed to properly provide him with a safe working environment and failed to supply him with the necessary tools and equipment to complete his job in a safe manner.

Wengert seeks damages in excess of $50,000 and claims that his injuries will cause him to suffer for the rest of his life.

If you or a loved one has been injured due to the negligent actions of your employer, contact the FELA lawyers of Williams Kherkher today to learn more about your rights. Call 866-950-9000 for more information.

James Moss, the longtime BNSF engineer, claims that he suffered serious injuries to his hands, fingers, elbows, and wrists during his time at BNSF. He states that these injuries will most likely stay with him for the rest of his life, causing pain for many years to come.

Moss states that BNSF negligently failed to provide him and his co-workers safe working conditions and failed to provide him with the safe equipment needed to complete the tasks of his job.

He seeks damages for his medical expenses, pain and suffering, lost wages, and loss of enjoyment of life.

If you or a loved one has been seriously injured due to the negligence actions of your employer, contact a lawyer immediately. The FELA lawyers of Williams Kherkher have many years experience representing injured railroad workers and are dedicated to the success of your FELA lawsuit. Contact the FELA lawyers of Williams Kherkher today by calling 866-950-9000.

Lynn Whittaker, the conductor, states that he suffered serious injuries in February 2007 while working at the A.O. Smith rail yard. Whittaker claims to have suffered neck, knee, and shoulder injuries while he was walking through the yard during an ice storm and slipped on a frozen ballast, causing him to fall.

Whittaker claims that Norfolk did not provide him with a safe working environment by not providing him safe methods of work or a safe pathway on which to walk. He seeks damages for his pain, suffering, medical expenses, and lost wages.

If you or a loved one has been injured on the job due to the negligence of your employer, contact the FELA lawyers of Williams Kherkher today to learn more about your legal options.

Darrie Londow, the former employee, was working on maintenance work for Kansas City Southern when he tripped on debris and was injured. The lawsuit states that “the injuries to the Plaintiff were due in whole…to the negligence of Defendant.” It also states that he suffered injuries to his back, among other parts of his body.

The lawsuit does not go into any detail about the manner in which the railroad was negligent, however, it does mention that he is seeking damages for lost earnings, medical expenses, disfigurement, mental anguish, and impairment.

If you are a railroad worker and have been injured due to the negligent actions of your employer, contact the FELA lawyers of Williams Kherkher today. Call 866-950-9000.

Beaver claims that while working on a Kansas City Southern Railway train, Kinder Morgan Petcoke, L.P. negligently caused the train to derail. This, in turn, lead to the injury of Beaver’s lower back and other parts of his body.

Kinder Morgan Petcoke, L.P. handles millions of tons of petroleum coke, aggregates, soda ash and potash through terminals throughout the Texas Gulf Coast.

Under the Federal Employer’s Liability Act, Beaver is suing KCS for failing to provide him a safe working environment. He is seeking damages from KMP as well.

If you are a railroad worker and have suffered injuries as a result of the negligence of your employer, contact the FELA lawyers of Williams Kherkher today to discuss the details of your case.

Donald Grammer, who has worked as a brakeman and switchman for a variety of railroads since 1964, claims to have suffered injuries as a result of repetitive occupational trauma.

Grammer claims to have suffered excessive trauma to his wrists and right shoulder while performing his duties at work. He also claims that his former employer is negligent for failing to provide a safe working environment.

 If you are a railroad worker and have suffered injuries as a result of the negligence of your employer, contact the FELA lawyers of Williams Kherkher today to discuss the details of your case.

Protected by FELA laws, railroad workers are able to file a lawsuit against their employers if they believe that the negligent actions of their employer is to blame for their injuries.

Surratt is seeking damages for medical expenses, lost wages, and pain and suffering.

If you or a loved one has been injured due to the negligent actions of your employer, contact the FELA Lawsuit Attorneys at Williams Kherkher.