Spokane, Washington Railroad Accident Legal Services

It’s easy to see the legacy of the railroads in Spokane, a railroad town that has long been an important regional hub. Unfortunately, that legacy can be dangerous. Federal statistics show there were 851 railroad fatalities (16 in Washington) and nearly 9,000 non-fatal accidents in 2007. In fact, drivers are 30 times more likely to die in a railway crossing accident than in other car accidents -- and federal records show 2,749 highway-rail incidents in 2007. Derailments and toxic spills are less common, but they can wreak large-scale damage, injuring passengers or employees and exposing nearby communities to fires, fumes and more.

Contact a Spokane Railroad Accident Lawyer
at 1-509-326-2613 to schedule a free initial case review.

Of course, aggressive drivers are responsible for some railway accidents. But too many others are caused by careless or sloppy work by the railroads themselves. Bad maintenance can lead to failure of important parts; too much cargo can cause a derailment; employees may make bad decisions on the job; and at railway crossings, faulty lights and signs or bad design can lull drivers into a deadly false sense of security.

If you were hurt by a railroad’s negligence, you have the legal right to hold it responsible for the results, whether you’re a railway employee, passenger or bystander. A Washington train accident lawyer can help you recover compensation for a wrongful death or a serious injury; medical and repair bills; and other costs caused by a railroad’s carelessness.

Cooney Law Offices, P.S. can help. Our firm is led by former Spokane County District Court Judge John C. Cooney, who represents one of three generations of Cooneys practicing law in Spokane. We’re intimately familiar with our community and its railroads because we’ve been part of it since 1949. As a firm, we work as a team dedicated to placing clients’ needs first, which is why we maintain an on-call attorney for personal-injury cases. Our team of Washington train accident lawyers will work together to get you the best possible financial recovery.

If you’re looking for Spokane, Washington railroad accident legal services, call the Law Offices of John Cooney & Associates today at 509-326-2613.