Kansas City Railroad Accident Lawyers

Were You Hit by a Train at an Unguarded Crossing?

Unmarked railroad crossings are among the most dangerous places on our roads. Railroads are negligent when a crossing arm doesn’t work, or warning signals fail to sound.

Railroad companies are required by law to ensure that road crossings are well marked, safe for traffic, and that lights and rail gates and guards are operational. Unfortunately, many people are seriously injured and killed every year at unsafe crossings. A series of recent Supreme Court rulings, however, has come down on the side of railroad management. As such, winning a fair settlement for negligence is becoming increasingly difficult. An experienced attorney is an essential resource if you or a loved one have been injured in a railroad accident.

To schedule a free consultation with our railroad accident attorneys in Kansas City, send us a message or call (816) 542-5999.

Chariton County Amtrak Derailment

Shamberg, Johnson & Bergman is currently reviewing potential claims from victims involved in the fatal Amtrak derailment near Mendon, Missouri on May 27, 2022.

While federal regulators are investigating the incident and possible causes, new information has been released regarding potential failures to clear vegetation near the crossing after the Chariton County commission alerted both MoDOT and BNSF Railway (the owner of the railroad) about visibility issues approximately a month before the crash. This preliminary information, as well as other findings to come, could provide a basis for victims to hold responsible parties liable for their damages.

If you were injured in the Chariton County Amtrak crash or lost a loved one in the fatal derailment, our attorneys can evaluate your available legal options and discuss how we may be able to help you fight for justice. To request a FREE case review, call (816) 542-5999 or contact us online.

No Attorney Fees Unless We Help You Recover Compensation

Shamberg, Johnson & Bergman, Chtd. is one of the Kansas City region’s prominent personal injury law firms, representing injury victims and the families of wrongful death victims throughout the Midwest. Our attorneys have earned the highest recognition for our sharp focus on our clients’ needs.

We represent injury victims and families of wrongful death victims in railroad accident injury claims such as:

• Crossing alarm failure
• Crossing gate failure
• Train derailment
• Train engineer negligence
• Passenger injuries
• Failure to sound horn
• Obstructed line of sight

Does Experience Really Make a Difference?

Over the next several weeks and months, you will be working closely with your attorney. You will have questions you need answered right away and legal options that need to be clearly explained. Our responsiveness and integrity have helped Shamberg, Johnson & Bergman, Chtd. to be recognized as one of the area’s most successful personal injury and wrongful death law firms. We honestly care about helping you get the resources your family needs until your case is resolved.

Contact Us for a Free Consultation

Contact our Kansas City railroad crossing accidents lawyers to learn more about our record of success. Our experienced trial attorneys represent clients in cases throughout Missouri, Kansas, and the Midwest. 

You can also call us toll free at (816) 542-5999 to arrange a free consultation. If you can’t come to us, we’ll try our best to come to you.