Union Pacific Ordered to Pay Injured Worker $1 Million
Posted on Monday, February 11th, 2013 at 11:55 am
A worker for Union Pacific whose 20 year career with the company led to the development considerable damage to his spinal discs, eventually requiring surgery, has been awarded $1 million in damages by an Illinois jury for his injury. The injuries occurred as a result of the many long hours he had put in as a track welder, bending over in awkward positions for long periods of time. Under the Federal Employers’ Liability Act, he was able to successfully pursue compensation.
The Federal Employers’ Liability Act (FELA) is a critical tool for helping injured railway workers to get the compensation they need for their losses. Unlike workers’ compensation plans, it allows workers to sue their employers for negligent actions which allow injuries to occur. If you are a railroad worker who has suffered an on the job injury, contact the FELA attorneys of Hach & Rose, LLP, today at (212) 779-0057 to learn more about how we can help you in your pursuit of compensation.