Railroad Injury Lawyer Columbus, Ohio

The Friedmann Firm, LLC is here to help all railroad employees following an on-the-job injury. With an understanding of both federal and state laws, including the Federal Employers Liability Act (FELA), we are here to help you with the FELA claim process from start to finish.

Work with Top-Rated Columbus Attorneys for Railroad Employees

Since 2012, the team here at The Friedmann Firm has been solely dedicated to employment law. Our team handles a range of cases for clients that include wage and hour claims, including class and collective actions, whistleblowing, hostile work environments, discrimination, and harassment. We also work with railroad employees who are seeking compensation and damages through the FELA claims process.

FELA claims can be complex but our attorneys can help you make sense of the process and will guide you through it until resolution.

An experienced railroad injury lawyer in Columbus, Ohio can offer a wide range of assistance to a railroad employee who is seeking damages following a work-related injury such as providing legal advice and representation.

How Can a Railroad Injury Lawyer in Columbus, Ohio Help?

A Columbus railroad injury attorney from The Friedmann Firm can help in a number of different ways.

First and foremost, our in-depth knowledge of the laws surrounding the railroad industry and FELA allow us to understand your case fully and organize the most important information necessary to litigate your claim. From there, we will be able to offer you representation throughout the claims process from the actual filing of the claim to explaining each step as we go so you fully understand the process.

We also ensure that relevant deadlines, like the 3-year statute of limitations, are met.

You can schedule an initial free consultation with one of our FELA attorneys today where we can look over your case to determine the best steps moving forward and we can explain the FELA claims process to you.

What Damages Can You Help Me Recover?

Unlike a traditional workers’ compensation claim, which railroad workers are unable to file due to their coverage by FELA, a FELA claim offers railroaders no cap on the amount of compensation or damages that they might be awarded.

The type of damages that you might recover include:

Partial, full, or permanent disability
Medical costs
Lost income (both future and current)
Pain and suffering
Non-economic damages like loss of enjoyment, loss of companionship, and emotional distress

And in case of wrongful death, a dependent or loved one can also seek to file a wrongful death FELA claim on behalf of the individual who passed away. We can discuss that process with you, as navigating it can be difficult and complex.

The damages that you may recover will depend on the specific facts of your case. Each case is different and we have no way to predict what exact damages you may be able to recover before we litigate the case and have discussions about resolution.

What Kind of Injuries Can be Covered by Railroad Injury Claims in Ohio?

The railroad industry is an especially dangerous industry for workers with over 3,000 injuries happening to employees in 2021 alone, according to the National Safety Council. With the potential risk of injury at work, it can be important to know what kind of injuries a railroad injury claim in Ohio will cover.

FELA claims can cover a number of different injuries that you might sustain while on the job including:

Broken bones
Sprains and strains
Head injuries
Diseases such as cancer, toxic poisoning, or respiratory diseases caused by hazardous working conditions
Burns
Wrongful death
Hearing loss
Long term disabilities
Fractures

This is a non-exhaustive list of possible injuries and illnesses that a FELA claim may cover.

If you have questions about your injury possibly being covered by FELA, please reach out to us today. We can look over your case and help you determine if your injury will be covered.

Contact Our FELA Railroad Accident Attorneys in Columbus for Assistance

We understand that the aftermath of an injury of any kind can be especially stressful. Here at the Friedmann Firm, you can connect with an experienced Columbus railroad injury attorney. With a specialization in labor and employment law, including FELA injury claims, we are here to provide you with the best legal representation possible as you recover.

No matter the severity of your injury, we can assist you in seeking compensation and damages through a FELA claim.

With multiple locations throughout Ohio, we can easily work with railroad workers across the state.

Connect with one of our Columbus attorneys for railroad employees today to schedule a free and confidential consultation. You can reach out over the phone at 614-610-9755 or online.

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HELENA HAFEEZ-BEY

5 reviews

2 months ago

Rachel was absolutely amazing. As an attorney she really took the time to really listen to my concerns. She was honest and kept me informed every step of the way. The outcome was favorable on my behalf and I appreciate her efforts to achieve a good outcome. I would highly recommend her and the Friedmann firm to represent me if ever needed in future.

Khristina Harding

5 reviews

4 months ago

Working with Rachel Sabo from Friedmann Firm was absolutely amazing! She upholds integrity, honesty and without a doubt fights for what is right! Rachel was extremely transparent and real! Please don’t let wrong be right, Rachel will strive to advocate and put her whole heart in obtaining resolve in your situation! What an absolute blessing, she won my case in less than 1 week💪

Susan Gates

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7 months ago

My experience with the Friedmann Firm is an absolute 5 stars. From my very first call with Karen, to all of my communication with Rachel, everything exceeded all of my expectations. Rachel and Karen were so caring and understanding in a very sensitive situation. They responded immediately to any questions or concerns I had. I would HIGHLY recommend the Friedmann Firm. They are caring, professional, understanding, and I would trust them with any issue I have in the future.

Alix Brett

5 reviews

7 months ago

Rachel and the Friedmann Firm were fantastic to work with. The thought of needing an employment lawyer was scary for me, it was confusing and complex. But Rachel listened, asked questions and took time to really understand me and my priorities. I felt calm, supported and excited for the first time in weeks after talking to her!! We worked together to review everything, set expectations and meet my priorities! Thanks Rachel and team for all your work!!!

Shawn Hendrix

5 reviews

2 months ago

Rachel Friedmann of the Friedman Firm was my attorney for a very recent legal matter. I would highly recommend Rachel based on her legal knowledge, her honest appraisal of the matter and expected outcomes, her open communication and timely responses to my questions and the matter itself, and her steadfastness in dealing with the opposing counsel until a final agreement was reached.

Mike Haskins

5 reviews

5 months ago

Rachel and her staff went over and above the call of duty to help me achieve fiscal resolution to my legal issue. She wasn’t always available to talk but was always responsive via text and email when in court out of the office and even on vacation. I feel she earned her percentage cut.

Richard Wiggins

5 reviews

5 months ago

Couldn’t be happier with the representation I received from Jamie Bailey on my civil litigation case. She worked tirelessly to resolve the case and in the end negotiated a fair settlement on my behalf. I would highly recommend her to anyone! Thanks for everything Friedman law firm.

Kent Stillion

5 reviews

8 months ago

Friedman Firm was a great help in a difficult time in my life. They went above and beyond to get me back on track. Rachel was so good to work with and is extremely knowledgeable about the law and employment rights. Can't thank them enough for all there hard work. Highly recommend them to anyone.

Shannon Heskett

5 reviews

8 months ago

The Friedmann Firm (specifically Pete Friedmann) represented me through what seemed like a never ending employment discrimination suit. The suit was filed just before Covid shut everything down in 2020. Add to that a former employer who refused to admit fault. In spite of all of that, Pete stood resolute in his representation of me and working for the best outcome for me. We ended up settling prior to trial and I was more than satisfied with the results. Pete was always available to answer questions and reassure me throughout this process.
I highly recommend The Friedmann Firm!

Laura McBroom

5 reviews

a year ago

Pete Friedmann and his firm are fantastic. He represented me for more than a year going through a suit with a previous employer. He walked me through every step of the process and was always quick to respond to any questions I had. My settlement came in and we parted ways with both sides being pleased with the outcome. I highly recommend the Friedmann firm and wouldn’t hesitate to use them again in the future if the need arose. Thank you, Pete!

Elliott Family

5 reviews

8 months ago

Rachel and the Friedmann Firm have been amazing to work with. Rachel was very helpful, listened to our concerns and took our case. She communicated well throughout and really worked for us. We were very well represented!

Destiny Coleman

5 reviews

a year ago

I loved working with The Friedmann Firm. Rachel and Jamie are exceptional lawyers and were diligent in reviewing my case and letting me know of my options. Jamie was extremely thorough and handled even the smallest details of my case with ease. The entire process was seamless and they were always quick to respond to emails and calls. I would definitely recommend working with The Friedmann Firm.

Kim L

5 reviews

11 months ago

I would recommend Rachel Sabo Friedmann and the Friedmann firm for severance negotiations. Rachel was always available and responsive and made an effort to ensure I was updated on every step of the process. Her diligent efforts produced a prompt resolution and we are very happy with the results!