If you were injured while working for a railroad engaged in interstate commerce, you may be able to recover compensation for your injuries under the Federal Employers' Liability Act (FELA). If you have questions about holding your employer liable under FELA, contact our firm to schedule a consultation with an experienced attorney.
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FELA Resource Links
Federal Railroad Administration
From the U.S. Department of Transportation, this site includes information on railroad development, safety and legislation.
National Transportation Safety Board
A government agency that is concerned with transportation safety issues and investigating the causes of railroad, aviation, marine and pipeline accidents.
National Labor Relations Board
An independent federal agency concerned with representation, investigation and remedies for unfair labor practices by employers and unions.
Association of American Railroads
A trade association for the railroad industry in the U.S. This site contains information presented from an industry perspective.
U.S. Department of Labor
The Department of Labor administers a variety of federal labor laws and helps workers and retired persons by improving working conditions and protecting retirement and health care benefits, among other things.
U.S. Railroad Retirement Board
An independent government agency dedicated to administering comprehensive benefit programs for the nation's railroad workers and their families.
United Transportation Union
A transportation labor union representing active and retired railroad, bus and mass transit workers in the U.S. and Canada.
National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH)
NIOSH is the federal agency responsible for conducting research and making recommendations for the prevention of work-related injury and illness. This site provides comprehensive information on workplace injuries and on-the-job safety.
Occupational Safety & Health Administration
OSHA is part of the U.S. Department of Labor. OSHA ensures the safety and health of America's workers by setting and enforcing standards; providing training, outreach and education; and encouraging continual improvement in workplace safety and health.
Federal Railroad Administration Office of Safety Analysis
This site provides a variety of information about railroad safety including accidents, inspections and highway-rail crossing data.
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