Train & Railroad Accident

Whether it’s a Brightline crash, Amtrak derailment, freight train collision, rail yard injury, or pedestrian strike, victims often suffer catastrophic injuries — and families are left searching for answers.

Railroad companies, transit authorities, and freight carriers have powerful legal teams whose job is to deny responsibility and minimize payouts. Finman Law Group steps in immediately to protect your rights, uncover the truth, and fight for the full compensation you deserve.

Types of Train & Railroad Cases We Handle

1. Passenger Train Accidents

• Brightline
• Amtrak
• TriRail
• DART Rail
• METRORail
• Austin MetroRail
• Streetcars and light rail systems

2. Train Derailments

Often caused by:

• Track defects
• Mechanical failures
• Excessive speed
• Human error

3. Pedestrians Hit by Trains

One of the most catastrophic types of cases.

4. Vehicle vs. Train Collisions

• Railroad crossings
• Malfunctioning gates
• Poor visibility
• Negligent train operation

5. Rail Yard & Worker Injuries

Covered under the Federal Employers’ Liability Act (FELA).

6. Freight Train Accidents

• CSX
• Union Pacific
• BNSF
• Norfolk Southern

7. Train Station & Platform Injuries

• Slip and falls
• Gaps between train and platform
• Poor lighting
• Negligent security

If a train or railroad caused your injury, we pursue compensation.

Common Causes of Train Accidents

• Distracted or fatigued operators
• Mechanical failures
• Track defects
• Signal malfunctions
• Excessive speed
• Poor maintenance
• Negligent hiring
• Inadequate training
• Unsafe crossings
• Human error

We investigate aggressively to prove liability.

Common Injuries in Train & Railroad Accidents

Train accidents often cause catastrophic injuries:

• Traumatic brain injuries
• Spinal cord injuries
• Broken bones
• Crush injuries
• Amputations
• Internal injuries
• Burns
• Lacerations
• Permanent disability
• Wrongful death

We make sure every injury is documented, treated, and fully compensated.

Why Train Accident Cases Are So Complicated

Train and railroad cases involve:

• Federal regulations
• Corporate defendants
• Government agencies
• Multiple insurance carriers
• Complex accident reconstruction
• Black box data
• Federal investigations (NTSB, FRA)

Each party tries to blame the others.
Each party has its own legal team.
Each party tries to avoid paying.

Finman Law Group knows how to navigate — and win — these cases.

How Finman Law Group Fights Train & Railroad Cases

1. We Take Over Immediately

You never speak to the railroad company or insurer again.

2. We Get You Medical Treatment

Even if you don’t have health insurance.

3. We Launch a Full Investigation

We gather:

• Black box data
• Operator logs
• Maintenance records
• Track inspection reports
• Surveillance footage
• Witness statements
• NTSB and FRA reports
• Photos and videos of the scene

4. We Work With Top Experts

Including:

• Train operation experts
• Mechanical engineers
• Accident reconstruction specialists
• Human factors experts

5. We Build a Medical & Financial Case

We document:

• Injuries
• Treatment
• Future medical needs
• Lost wages
• Pain & suffering
• Longterm disability

6. We Negotiate Aggressively

Railroad companies fight hard — we fight harder.

7. We Litigate When Necessary

If they refuse to pay, we take them to court.

Who Can Be Held Liable?

• Train operator
• Railroad company
• Transit authority
• Maintenance contractors
• Track owners
• Equipment manufacturers
• Government agencies
• Thirdparty drivers (in crossing cases)

More defendants = more insurance coverage = higher compensation.

What Compensation Can You Recover?

• Medical bills
• Future medical care
• Lost wages
• Loss of earning capacity
• Pain & suffering
• Emotional distress
• Permanent disability
• Scarring & disfigurement
• Wrongful death damages

We pursue every dollar available.

What To Do After a Train Accident

1. Get medical attention immediately

Train injuries can be hidden and severe.

2. Take photos and videos

Scene, injuries, surroundings.

3. Preserve all documents

Tickets, receipts, medical records.

4. Don’t talk to the railroad company

They will try to protect themselves.

5. Call Finman Law Group at 786-786-9633

We take over immediately.

Frequently Asked Questions

Do I pay anything upfront

No. You pay nothing unless we win.

What if the train was operated by the government

We handle government claims.

What if I was a pedestrian

You may still recover compensation.

What if the railroad blames me

We investigate and prove liability.

How long do I have to file a claim

Florida and Texas have strict deadlines — call immediately.

Why Train Accident Victims Choose Finman Law Group

• Aggressive representation
• Deep experience in railroad litigation
• Access to top experts
• No upfront fees
• Full investigation and litigation capability
• We don’t settle cheap — we fight for full value

Train Accidents Demand Answers. We Fight to Get Them.
Call 786-786-9633
Finman Law Group stands with victims — and fights for justice.