You took a train trip for a weekend getaway. On your way back home, the train was involved in a collision. As a result, you suffered serious injuries and your life may never return to what it was after the accident. Returning to work may be out of the question. The...
Train Accidents
Hundreds are at risk when train operators are negligent at work
Trains, buses and even ferries are efficient forms of mass transit. They help large numbers of people travel quickly and efficiently to routine and planned destinations. Communities that have strong public transit systems can facilitate economic participation even by...
Could Amtrak face a safer future?
As Amtrak celebrates its 50th anniversary, it may finally be emerging from its red-headed stepchild status as the airline industry’s inferior alternative mode of transportation. After being locked in a decades-long battle with Congress for funding, Amtrak faces its...
Caution is imperative around railroad crossings
All drivers will come across train tracks at some point as they drive. It’s imperative that everyone uses proper safety measures around them. One thing that drivers shouldn’t ever do is try to race a train. Vehicles can stop much easier than a train. It can take a...
What are safety features that many trains lack?
Whether you take a train as part of your morning commute to work or you want to travel for pleasure, you should take appropriate steps to remain safe during your train ride. Many people travel on trains without incident, but as the 2017 Amtrak derailment has shown the...
Measures that could increase passenger safety on trains
There are many modes of transportation that people use to get where they need to go. Sometimes the transportation choice depends on the purpose of the trip or the distance that they will need to travel. However, one common way people get around is by riding trains....
What happens after a catastrophic train accident?
Most Washington residents remember the 2017 Amtrak derailment, which resulted in the deaths of three passengers and the injury of more than 80 individuals on board. The National Transportation Safety Board found that excessive speed caused the accident. In addition,...
How can you stay safe while riding a train?
Many travelers enjoy viewing scenic routes while on a train, but some safety precautions may be necessary when the potential for injury arises. In order to help keep yourself self in any large railways, it is best to know these tips. Navigating the space Being...
Is proof necessary when companies ignore safety considerations?
Transportation companies carrying passengers across the nation must adhere to federal safety guidelines and regulations. When an employee of a commercial vehicle or train fails to follow the proper safety procedures, the company could find itself liable for any...
Pay attention to railroad crossing warning devices
Trains provide a valuable service across this country. Whether they are transporting people or goods, these trains provide a quick way from one point to another. These are large, heavy vehicles that are often pulling very heavy loads. Because of this, they deserve...
