Commercial Truck Collisions

Train-Truck Collisions and Railroad Accidents

Texas Railway Accident Lawyer

Railroad crossings in Texas, and elsewhere in the United States, can be especially hazardous for the drivers of large commercial trucks. This may seem surprising, as truck drivers sit higher than car drivers and would seem to have a better view of the train track. But obstructed vision and lack of warning signs are not the only causes of train-truck collisions; it's raised train tracks.

At railroad crossings where the railroad tracks sit significantly higher than the level of the road on one or both sides of the track, a big rig, semi-truck, or tractor-trailer can "bottom out." In essence, it becomes stuck to the tracks. Crossing should be level or as nearly level as possible to prevent this problem. There is little the truck driver can do to remedy this dangerous situation created by the negligence of the railroad company.

A truck on the track is dangerous to the truck driver, to railroad employees, and to the communities near the track because of the strong potential for train derailment when the train hits the truck.

At the Houston law office of Williams ◊ Kherkher, we represent injured truck drivers, injured railroad workers, surviving family members, and community residents affected by train-tractor trailer collisions and train derailments.

Our firm is a national leader in personal injury cases and our railroad accident attorney, John Fabry, brings almost 20 years of experience to clients injured by railroad negligence and carelessness. Contact our Houston law office to schedule a free consultation. Learn more about how we can help you recover financially in personal injury and wrongful death cases. Contacting John Fabry does not obligate you to hire the firm.

We Understand How Railroads Operate

After any railroad crossing accident, the railroad company and its employees will attempt to blame the commercial truck driver, even going so far as to file a lawsuit against the injured driver to seek compensation for damages to their train. We challenge such dishonest claims.

The fact is, railroad companies have an obligation to make railroad crossings safe. They profit from using these crossings over public roads. In this case, safe means that the tracks and the roadway are as level as possible so that a car or truck can safely get across.

We are experienced investigators with the resources needed to back your injury claim. We advance all costs for preparing your case. You pay no legal fees until we obtain a verdict or a settlement in your case.

Call us at 1-800-220-9341 or contact attorney John Fabry by email to discuss your case. Our phones are answered 24-hours, seven days a week and we will travel to meet with our clients wherever they live in the United States.

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