http://hsinjurylaw.com When a railroad employee dies as a result of an on-the-job accident or an illness such as cancer developed while while working on trains or in rail yards, the victims' surviving spouse, minor children and dependent parents or next f kin can file claims for monetary compensation for the employing rail company. A Virginia-based lawyer with decades of experience representing family members who brought wrongful death claims under FELA -- the Federal Employees Liability Act -- explains the process.
