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Train Accidents

TRAIN ACCIDENT LAWYERS

WHY CHOOSE OUR FIRM TO HANDLE YOUR TRAIN ACCIDENT PERSONAL INJURY CASE?

The Bay Area has numerous rail systems that connect the intra-Bay Area as well as trains to and from the Bay Area to other parts of California and other states. CalTrain operates between San Francisco and the South Bay. Other rail systems in the area include Amtrak, Transit America Services, Inc., Metrolink, Bay Area Rapid Transit (BART). There are other freight and cargo companies as well.

Caltrain, for example, is a commuter train system that runs from San Francisco to Gilroy and serves approximately 60,000 commuters each and every day. One little known fact is that CalTrain has averaged approximately one catastrophic injury or death a month over the course of many years.

Unlike passenger vehicles, or even cable cars, trains require a greater distance to come to a complete stop. It is not as easy for a train to brake as it is for a car, and trains weight much more and move with much more force. As such, accidents involving trains are often even more devastating and catastrophic.

A THOROUGH UNDERSTANDING OF THE LAW

At The Law Office of Scott Righthand, P.C., we understand this area of law and have the required knowledge of the various California laws governing railway systems and the complications you may face with health insurance companies. We have helped individuals all throughout the Bay Area recover for train accidents involving:

  • Derailments
  • Grade crossing accidents
  • Train collisions
  • Pedestrian-related collisions
  • Collisions with motor vehicles
  • Operator error-caused accidents

WE ONLY REPRESENT INJURED PARTIES

Our attorneys also only represent plaintiffs who have been injured by another’s negligence or wrongdoing. We don’t represent businesses or insurance carriers. We have successfully obtained millions of dollars in settlements and verdicts for our clients in your same situation and may be able to do the same for you.

We can help ensure that the wrongful party and/or corporations and owners are held liable for their actions. Learn more about our case victories.

Whether you were injured as a passenger on the train, were struck by a train, or were injured while on the platform or at a railway crossing, our team at The Law Office of Scott Righthand, P.C., can help. You can be confident that your case is in good hands with our contingency fee representation and free case evaluations.

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can be confident knowing that we truly care about what you’re facing and will do whatever it takes to
secure a successful outcome.

Beyond our accolades, we believe it is our compassion that truly sets us apart. When you come to our firm, you
can be confident knowing that we truly care about what you’re facing and will do whatever it takes to
secure a successful outcome.