Trains are an essential part of the transportation infrastructure in the United States, carrying both passengers and freight long distances across the country. However, they also pose serious safety risks when accidents occur due to negligence on the part of railroad companies. Understanding the common forms of railroad negligence can help injury victims determine if...
Riding commuter and passenger trains is generally quite safe, but accidents still happen. When they do, determining liability can be complicated. Multiple parties may share responsibility depending on factors like whether equipment failed, procedures weren’t followed, or human error occurred. Causes of Commuter and Passenger Rail Accidents Commuter and passenger train accidents generally stem from...
Train collisions at rail crossings between trains and automobiles or pedestrians sadly still occur despite safety measures in place. These incidents often turn tragic and result in loss of life in addition to extensive property damage. However, technology advancements and infrastructure improvements provide promising solutions to further prevent and reduce the risk of severe collisions...
Riding the rails has long been considered one of the safest ways to travel. However, train accidents still occur and can result in serious injuries and even fatalities. Understanding the potential causes of serious train accidents can help improve safety and prevent future derailments and collisions. Human Error One of the most common causes of...
Although train derailments are pretty common in the US, with over 1475 derailments reported each year, most of these derailments don’t result in serious injuries or deaths. However, that said, some do. Below, we will discuss some of the most severe train derailments that have happened in this part of the world: 1. The Malbone...
The United States has an expansive public transport network including trains, buses, and planes. With so many active components, there’s no surprise that there have been several horrific public transport accidents over the years. The Ashtabula River Railroad Disaster The Ashtabula River railroad disaster takes us back to 1876 when a Lake Shore and Michigan...
Drivers are often oblivious to common dangers that could lead to a serious accident. In August of this year, a car was struck by a Gold Line train when the driver was blinded by the early morning glare of the sun. According to Encino Police Lt. Vasken Gourdikian, this should serve as a reminder to...
