Railroad Accidents

The Cedar Rapids railroad accident lawyers at VanDerGinst Law, P.C. know that when a moving train collides with a pedestrian or a parked vehicle, the result is almost always tragic. Though, in most circumstances, the driver or pedestrian is at fault, there are indeed times when the train operator or company is at fault for a railroad accident. For instance, if a railroad crossing is in need of repair, its crossing bars are malfunctioning or the driver's view is blocked by a stopped train, the driver is not necessarily liable for the damages they incur as a result of the railroad accident. Any questions or doubt a driver or pedestrian might have regarding their legal options after an accident should be directed towards an experienced Cedar Rapids railroad accident attorney.

If you or a loved one has suffered an injury, illness or death, that seems to have been someone else's fault, call VanDerGinst Law at 1-866-843-7367 or click here for a FREE online case evaluation. The initial consultation is free of charge. If we agree to handle your injury case, we will work on a contingency fee basis, which means we get paid for our services only if, and when, there is a money recovery for you. In many cases a lawsuit must be filed before an applicable expiration date, known as a statute of limitations. So please call right away to ensure that you do not waive your right to possible compensation.