Chicago Federal Employers Liability Act

Why is there a need for Chicago FELA attorneys?

Congress passed the Federal Employers Liability Act (FELA) in 1908 as a way of responding to the increasing number of railroad worker deaths.  Because railroad workers are not eligible for ordinary workers compensation, FELA entitles them to receive an award for damages to their health or person.

FELA allows for railroad workers and their families to file suit if they have reason to believe the railroad company did not properly ensure the safety of a worker.  Unfortunately, winning such suits is much easier said than done.  Sufficient evidence must be provided that clearly shows the railroad company was negligent in their responsibility to maintain a safe work environment.  That is why it is so important to have a skilled FELA attorney in Chicago—only with the right legal guidance can proof of negligence be established and well-deserved compensation received.

Chicago is presently the largest hub of the railroad industry, and there are few transcontinental trains that do not pass through the city.  This makes the area ripe for railroad accidents and injuries of all kinds.  Seidman Law Offices railroad attorneys have a combined total of over 30 years experience with FELA in Chicago.  We offer aggressive representation in court and compassionate advice to the families we serve. 

Why you need a Chicago FELA lawyer

Only a skilled Chicago FELA attorney can deliver settlements such as the $800,000 received by an operating engineer against Burlington Northern.  It was determined that this railroad company failed to provide the 39-year-old employee with a safe ladder during the course of his workday, resulting in injuries to both feet.  FELA lawyers in Chicago were able to prove Burlington Northern negligent in its protection duties, and the plaintiff was awarded a settlement.  Eventually, he was also able to return to his work at the company.

This is the kind of fierce representation Seidman Law Offices offer each and every one of our clients.  We know that employers are not always honest and forthright in protecting their workers.  Let us fight for you, and our knowledge and experience may provide you with the compensation and benefits you have been waiting for. 

Uncommon results.  Exceptional attorneys.  Specialized care.

Located near the Chicago Sears Tower, Seidman Law Offices offer free initial consultations and is easily accessible by public transportation.  We keep flexible office hours and meet with clients on nights or weekends by appointment.  We also operate on a contingency fee basis—you pay nothing until we win or settle your case.

Contact Seidman Law Offices for professional legal advice from an experienced FELA lawyer in Chicago.   We also represent clients throughout Illinois.