Train Accidents

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...

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...

When you need to get around Washington or the rest of the country, you have several options available to you depending on finances and your timeline, and you may decide, at least sometimes, to get to your destination by train. It may trouble you to know, however, that...

When your commute requires you to take the train to your job in Washington, it is important that you are aware of how to be safe in and around a train to minimize your risk of getting injured or killed. It is not unheard of for people to become distracted by their...

Trains are not only large and move at excessive speeds, but they require significantly more time and distance to come to a complete stop than other forms of transportation. While many Washington train operators do their part to observe the regulations and protocols...

During the summer months, accidents are especially likely to take place for a myriad of reasons. Since many children are out of school and a lot of people decide to walk or ride their bicycle because of the warmer weather, the risk of an accident may be particularly...

If you utilize the train system in Washington to commute each day, you are probably familiar with the occasional stress of running late and worrying about your ability to catch the train before it leaves the station. Understanding what you can do to better protect...

When a fatal accident happens in Washington, the outcome can always be devastating for the people who knew the victim, but it can be equally as startling and saddening to people who witness the accident. In many cases, people who may witness a fatal accident occur are...

If you live in an area of Washington with a lot of train traffic, then understanding how to properly interact with them is essential to your safety and the safety of your passengers. Too often people make mistakes when it comes to train crossings that cost them their...

When you need to drive around railroad crossings on a frequent basis, it is important that you use extra caution and vigilance to avoid colliding with a train. At Dean, Standish, Perkins & Associates, we have helped many victims of train accidents in Washington as...