Many people use trains daily. However, no one talks about the risks of accidents. Only a train accident victim knows the pain and suffering this type of incident causes. The victim’s family also experiences considerable mental stress.
Families have to bear the treatment costs, which can be financially challenging. Our Chicago train accident attorney is here to fight for your legal rights. We will handle your case and do all it takes for you to receive fair compensation to cover the damages you have borne.
How Can Our Chicago Train Accident Attorney Help
We know the mental pressure of financial difficulties. That’s why our top priority is helping you claim maximum compensation. Book a free consultation with Chicago Injury Lawyer and let our compassionate personal injury attorney handle your case.
To conduct the investigation properly, we gather all the evidence relevant to your case. These include the police report, witness statements, medical reports, and pictures taken at the crime scene. After evaluating your case, we will discuss your legal rights and calculate your injury claims.
Our personal injury lawyers are experts at negotiating with the liable parties. We will send them a letter demanding compensation for your damages, which they may not agree to pay. If a settlement is not decided after a long-term negotiation, we will go to the court.
Since our lawyers have faced the jury many times, we know exactly what strategies to use. Our goal is to protect our client’s legal rights, and we will do so until you are adequately compensated.
Train Accident Injuries: The Common Ones
The train accident attorneys at Chicago Injury Lawyer have dealt with many train accident victims. Our lawyers have seen how badly the victims physically suffer because of such incidents. Some people even go into coma after severe brain injuries and need lifelong care. Here are some of the common train accident injuries we have seen.
- Broken neck/back
- Spinal cord injury
- Burns
- Fractured bones
- Brain injuries
- Paralysis
- Disfigurement
- Amputation of body parts if severely damaged.
Our lawyers will try to give you the best possible advice to improve your life. We will help you get the compensation you are entitled to to cover your medical expenses.
What Are The Damages Train Accident Victims Suffer From?
Train accident victims in Chicago go through both physical and mental damage. Not to mention, the victim’s family members also have a hard time coping with the situation and suffer from mental pressure. Our Chicago injury attorneys will listen to your case and give you suggestions on how to deal with the economic and non-economic damages you have incurred.
Economic Damages
Economic damages refer to those damages that can be calculated. These damages are the expenses related to the victim’s injury. Some examples are:
- Hospital stays
- Medicines
- Physical therapy
- Surgeries
- Lost wages
- Home caregiver
- Special medical equipment
- Counseling
- Long-term medical treatment
Non-Economic Damages
A train accident victim does not only suffer from physical agony. Some people go through lifelong mental stress, depression, etc, which cannot be calculated and are known as non-economic damages. Very recently, we dealt with a client who has developed a phobia of using public transport after experiencing a train accident. Here are some examples:
- Depression
- Anxiety
- Lack of confidence
- Suicidal
- Pain and suffering
- Loss of social enjoyment
- Emotional distress
- Mental instability
Our train accident attorney will explain how to file a lawsuit so that you can claim the maximum compensation to help you get over the bad experience. We promise to do all we can that help you move ahead.
Who Is Responsible For Train Accidents In Chicago?
When we hear about a train accident, the first person we blame is the train driver. However, after providing our legal services to so many train accident victims, we have noticed that it is not always the driver’s fault that causes the accident.
Here are the people who are responsible for train accidents in Chicago:
- Train operator or conductor
- Train mechanics
- Unprofessional train staff
- Those who are responsible for repairing and maintaining train tracks
- Train manufacturers
- Pedestrians
- Distracted drivers of vehicles such as motorbikes, trucks, cars, etc
Train Accident Lawsuits and Timeframe in Chicago
Our personal injury attorneys know how much pain a train accident victim goes through. We evaluate your case quickly and thoroughly to determine your expected compensation.
Personal Injury Law
According to the Personal Injury Act (735 ILCS 5/13-202), you must file a lawsuit within two years of the accident that caused your injuries. If you delay, your compensation may be lower, or you may get nothing.
Modified Comparative Negligence
Under the modified comparative negligence act (735 ILCS 5/2-1116), an injured party may recover damages only if they are less than 50% at fault for the injury or damages.
Wrongful Death Act
The Wrongful Death Act (740 ILCS 180/0.01) states that if someone dies in a train accident, then their family members can file a wrongful death claim. This has to be within 2 years of the accident.
Train Accident Statistics
According to the Illinois Commerce Commission, these are the number of train collisions and pedestrian incidents that occurred only in Illinois from 2013 to 2021.
| Year | Total Number of Train Collisions | Total Pedestrian Rail TrespassIncidents |
| 2013 | 126 | 47 |
| 2014 | 135 | 46 |
| 2015 | 142 | 28 |
| 2016 | 120 | 36 |
| 2017 | 112 | 42 |
| 2018 | 111 | 40 |
| 2019 | 123 | 46 |
| 2020 | 99 | 43 |
| 2021 | 126 | 37 |
| 2022 | 148 | 62 |
- In 2021, there were 124 collisions between trains and motor vehicles/ pedestrians at highway-rail crossings.
- 30 people were severely injured
- 21 people lost their lives
What Makes Our Train Accident Lawyers Stand Apart From Others?
Our law firm’s main goal is to protect our client’s legal rights. We sit with our clients, listen to their side of the story, and try to feel their pain. Although there are many train accident lawyers in Chicago, there are reasons why we stands apart from everyone else.
Proven Track Record
Our experienced accident lawyers in Chicago have a proven track record of winning truck accident cases. We know the train accident laws and what needs to be done to catch the liable party. Our attorneys know which strategies to use so that the victim gets maximum compensation.
Compassionate
A train accident can change your life forever. We show genuine compassion to the accident victims. Throughout the legal process, our injury attorneys will give you all the mental support you need
Aggressive
We know that insurance companies and reliable parties will try to compensate you as much as possible. But don’t worry—we know how to fight aggressively on your behalf. Even if your case goes to trial, we will take on the defense, show them evidence, and prove that you deserve maximum compensation.
Schedule A Free Case Evaluation
Were you or a loved one injured in a train accident? Contact us today and schedule a free case evaluation at Chicago Injury Lawyer. Our lawyers know the ins and outs of dealing with cases that involve train accident victims. Let us protect your legal rights and help you recover the damages you have suffered.
Frequently Asked Questions
1. How do train accident lawyers in Chicago handle cases?
Our train accident attorneys thoroughly investigate the case, collecting every evidence. Then, the attorneys talk to insurance companies to work out the settlement you will receive.
2. What determines the amount of compensation I am eligible for?
The victims’ compensation can be calculated by examining the medical costs they had to bear after the train accident.
3. How much time do I have after a train accident to file a lawsuit?
You must file a lawsuit within 2 years of a train accident to seek justice. If you exceed the period, you may be denied compensation altogether.
