Washington, DC Train Accident Attorney
Washington, DC Train Accident Attorney
Trains are an integral part of Washington, DC’s transportation system. Whether it is Amtrak, the Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority’s (WMATA) Metrorail, the Virginia Railway Express (VRE), or the Maryland Area Regional Commuter (MARC) train, countless commuters rely on these train systems to get to and from home, school, work, and everywhere in between. However, commuting by train is not without risk.
In 2022, train accidents caused approximately 954 deaths nationwide, according to the National Safety Council. That number represented an 11% increase over 2021 and was the highest death rate since 2007. The rate of non-fatal injuries was even higher. While collisions with pedestrians or vehicles at railroad crossings, malfunctioning equipment, and derailments can result in extreme injuries, even minor incidents, such as slip and fall cases or injury from unsecured luggage, can have a life-altering effect on accident victims.
A Washington, DC, train accident lawyer from Morgan & Morgan can advocate for your rights or that of a loved one injured in a train accident. The Morgan & Morgan team has secured $20 billion for accident victims nationwide and can help you secure the compensation you may be owed for injuries you may have suffered.
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- medical costs (current and future)
- rehabilitative care
- loss of income
- future income loss
- pain and suffering
- emotional trauma
- diminished quality of life
Financial Compensation for Washington, DC Train Accidents
Several factors will determine the amount of compensation a train accident victim will be entitled to, from the severity of the injuries or losses to the cause of the accident. A Washington, DC, train accident lawyer will identify any recoverable damages associated with your case, calculate the damage value, and determine what financial compensation should be sought on your behalf.
Recoverable damages from a DC train accident may include:
Let Morgan & Morgan Be There for You
Train accidents are often too traumatized to navigate the legal process on their own.
If you were injured in a train accident in the Metro DC area, a Washington, DC, train accident lawyer from Morgan & Morgan can help you sort out the complexities of the personal injury claims process and will stand by your side for as long as it may take to ensure that justice is served, and you are compensated for damages.
For more information about how the Morgan & Morgan team can help you, contact us today for a free, no-obligation case evaluation.