Railroad accidents in the U.S. injure and kill thousands of people each year. Railroads have a duty to make their trains and crossings safe including operating the trains safely, and providing gates, lights and other warnings to motorists and pedestrians.

The most common types of railroad accidents are:

• Collisions with motor vehicles
• Collisions with other trains
• Train derailments

Pennsylvania train accidents are typically the result of improperly maintained tracks, train or track malfunction, unprotected crossings, lack of safety lights and gates, and driver inexperience. Many trains use technology that is extremely outdated and may not meet current safety measures, placing passengers and the public at risk.

Complicated legal arrangements between railroad companies, government, and private companies may limit who is responsible for the train accident making it important to consult with a qualified Pennsylvania train accident lawyer. The laws which govern liability in the case of a railroad accident that causes personal injury and death are extremely complex and also should be handled by a Pennsylvania train accident lawyer.

If you or a loved one have been injured or killed in a Pennsylvania train accident please fill out the form on your left for a free case review by a Pennsylvania train accident attorney.