$2.85 Million Settlement Reached in Railroad Injury Case Under FELA
Cronauer Law helps injured railroad workers rebuild their lives and secure justice under the Federal Employers’ Liability Act (FELA).
Justice for a Railroad Worker Injured on the Job
Cronauer Law, LLP is proud to announce a $2.85 million settlement on behalf of a railroad employee who suffered serious, career-altering injuries while working in a rail yard. The case was brought under the Federal Employers’ Liability Act (FELA), which protects railroad workers when unsafe working conditions or company negligence contribute to an injury.
While the terms of the settlement prohibit disclosing the name of the railroad or identifying case details, this resolution represents a significant victory for railroad workers who dedicate their lives to keeping America’s rail system running safely.
Fighting for the People Who Keep America Moving
Railroad work is demanding, dangerous, and essential. When a preventable hazard changes a worker’s life forever, FELA gives them the power to fight back. In this case, the injured worker faced long-term physical and emotional challenges — but through diligent investigation, expert testimony, and relentless advocacy, Cronauer Law secured a result that will help restore stability and dignity to our client’s life.
Our attorneys pursued evidence of unsafe conditions, inadequate safety protocols, and lapses in supervision to ensure the railroad was held accountable. Every document, witness statement, and medical report told the story of a hardworking employee who deserved protection and respect — and got both through the power of the law.
Understanding Your Rights Under FELA
The Federal Employers’ Liability Act (FELA) is the foundation of every railroad injury claim. Unlike traditional workers’ compensation, FELA allows injured railroad employees to recover for pain, suffering, and future losses — not just medical bills or short-term wages. Railroads must provide a reasonably safe workplace, proper training, safe equipment, and hazard-free environments. When they fail, they can be held liable.
Cronauer Law’s FELA attorneys have decades of combined experience litigating railroad injury cases, including those involving train yard accidents, falls, ballast walkway injuries, traumatic brain injuries, and unsafe work procedures. We know how to prove negligence, build expert-backed cases, and deliver meaningful results for injured workers.
Why Railroad Workers Choose Cronauer Law
Our firm combines compassionate client care with aggressive trial strategy. We act fast after an injury — preserving critical evidence, securing maintenance and inspection records, and interviewing witnesses before corporate investigators can rewrite the story. This trial-ready approach often leads to higher settlements and faster resolutions for our clients.
“Every injured railroad worker deserves to be heard, respected, and made whole. FELA is their voice — and we’re here to make it count.”
— C. Nicholas Cronauer, Managing Partner
Results That Matter
- $5.3 Million Verdict — Metra conductor injured while dismounting locomotive
- $2.85 Million Settlement — Railroad worker injured after train released on track improperly (FELA)
- $1.9 Million Settlement — Railroad mechanic with traumatic brain injury
- $635,000 Settlement — Rail yard worker hurt on oversized ballast
- $190,000 Verdict — Metra yard worker injured wrist, no lost time
Injured Working on the Railroad?
If you or a loved one were injured while working for a railroad, contact Cronauer Law today for a free case evaluation. Our FELA attorneys fight for workers nationwide — and we don’t get paid unless you win.