Columbus Ohio Train Accident Attorneys
What to Do Following A Railroad Crossing Collision
- Insist that a report be filed with the police,
sheriff or state highway patrol.
- Obtain names, addresses and telephone numbers
of all witnesses.
- Photograph the train accident scene, including
all vehicles involved (before repairing) and any visible injuries (cuts,
bruises). Professional photographs are generally preferable, but not
essential.
- Talk to no one about the railroad accident or
injuries other than your personal physician or lawyer.
- Sign nothing without consulting an experienced
Ohio railroad accident lawyer. Truthful statements you make in an attempt
to be helpful can easily be misinterpreted and turned against you.
- Tell your physician or surgeon exactly how the
injury occurred, and describe all symptoms and complaints. Be sure to
report memory problems, confusion or disorientation, however minor these
things may seem at the time.
- Begin keeping a diary of how the injury or
death affects your life. In particular, write down all medical related
visits and everything that causes you physical pain, frustration or worry.
- Obtain and keep receipts for all expenses
relating to the railroad accident.
- Consult a lawyer before paying a ticket or
appearing in court, even if you believe you were partially at fault.
Admissions made in traffic court could hurt your case.
Clark Perdue
The Columbus, Ohio law firm of Clark Perdue has extensive
experience handling railroad crossing accident claims. If requested, we will
meet you—in your home or at the hospital, if necessary—to explain
your legal rights and make suggestions for immediate action on your railroad
accident claim.
