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Train Accidents & Injury Lawyers in Bakersfield

Railroads gained extreme popularity in the U.S. in the 1800's, and while many other modes of transportation also exist today, trains still offer a means of high-volume, low-cost freight delivery, and affordable commuter transit for many people. In fact, with the rising cost of living in California, an increasing number of people are using commuter rail services.

Facts about U.S. train accidents

According to the Federal Railroad Administration (FRA), in 2008, there were:

  • 2,404 railroad accidents
  • Nearly 20% of all railway accidents involved railroad-crossing incidents
  • Nearly 93% of all railroad accident fatalities occurred at railway crossings

On rare occasions, derailment accidents involve the release of hazardous material, which can cause damage and necessitate evacuation in populated areas.

Amtrak in Bakersfield

In 2000, the Bakersfield Station opened, replacing an older depot built in the 70s. The new station provides Amtrak California passenger and freight train services throughout the Bakersfield area.

Types of train accidents and underlying causes

The Law Offices of Larry H. Parker has a powerful team of professionals who investigate all types of train accidents and uncover the underlying causes. We collaborate with train accident specialists, engineers, investigators and other top experts to reconstruct the accident and establish possible sources of liability.

The most common types of train accidents include:

  • Collisions with motor vehicles
  • Collisions with other trains
  • Collisions with pedestrians
  • Derailments

Underlying reasons for train accidents often involve:

  • Motor vehicle driver negligence
  • Mechanical failure
  • Failure to post adequate warning at railroad crossings
  • Lack of security
  • Failure to maintain trains or tracks
  • Conductor negligence
  • Human error (fatigue, poor training, drug or alcohol abuse)

We’ll fight for you!

The Law Offices of Larry H. Parker pursues all avenues to recover compensation so you can pay hospital and medical bills, afford future healthcare, and cover lost wages and estimated lost future income. If a loved one died in a train crash, we can help you file a wrongful death claim and work to maximize the recovery of damages.

Over the past 30 years, we have recovered more than $1 billion on behalf of our clients, effectively representing clients in over 100,000 cases.  We are successful in 91% of our cases.

Arrange a free consultation today

  • The Law Offices of Larry H. Parker offers free, confidential consultations with no obligation.
  • If we don’t get you any money, we won't charge you a dime.

Call (888) 732-1347 or contact us online. We’ll fight for you!

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