Washington D.C. Train Accident Attorneys
Overcrowded highways and sky rocketing gas prices have led many individuals to seek alternative methods of transportation to get to and from their destinations. Work commuters especially, have turned to commuter trains and subways as a more relaxing, economical and convenient mode of transport to and from work. With the advent and increase in popularity of these alternate methods of transportation comes questions as to their safety.
Train accidents in Maryland and Washington D.C., like the fatal DC Metro train accident that occurred on June 22, 2009 are among the most tragic and costly of all accidents that personal injury attorneys can handle. Because of the sheer size of the trains and the high speeds that they usually travel at, these accidents almost always end with fatalities and serious injuries.
Maryland is no stranger to serious train collisions. On January 4, 1987, an Amtrak train carrying 600 people on its way to Boston from Washington D.C. crashed into a set of Conrail freight locomotives. The fatal Maryland train accident claimed 16 lives and injured 175 people. At the time, it was the deadliest crash in Amtrak history.
Over a three year period between 2002 and 2005 there were 120 train accidents in Maryland. These accidents included all types of trains, including freight, commuter, and high speed cross-state travel trains.
The Washington D.C. train accident legal team at The Law Offices of Steve Heisler specialize in defending the rights of those injured due to the negligence of others and have represented clients in all types of motorized vehicle accidents. Steven H. Heisler concentrates on the representation of injury victims, including the families of those who have lost their lives due to wrongful death.
If you or someone you love has been injured in a train accident in Washington D.C. or Maryland, contact our offices today for a consultation of your situation. Our attorneys are here to help you at this very trying time. Don’t leave the defense of your legal rights to chance.