Whether you rely on trains as a passenger or encounter tracks during daily drives, it is important to be aware of the risks. Train accidents in Hawthorne can occur in several ways, resulting in serious, potentially catastrophic personal injuries. When they impact you or someone you love, reach out to Harris Personal Injury Lawyers, Inc. 

Our experienced Hawthorne train accident attorneys provide trusted legal guidance and the professional representation you need in filing a claim. We deal with train companies, their attorneys, and insurers on your behalf, with top case results totaling millions in settlements and jury awards. To request a free consultation, call 1-800-GO-HARRIS today.  

Cases Our Hawthorne Train Accident Attorneys Handle 

Many residents rely on the Metro C Line as part of their daily travels. It provides a cost-effective means of getting around the area and allows transfers to other destinations throughout Los Angeles. For longer trips, Amtrak travels throughout the state and across the country.  

Unfortunately, while convenient, the number of trains and tracks in our area poses serious risks. Train accidents in Hawthorne are common and can cause serious harm. At Harris Personal Injury Lawyers, Inc., we guide victims and their families through the complex process of filing a claim. Cases our Hawthorne train accident attorneys handle include:  

• Train crashes, including derailments, rollovers, and other types of crashes; 
• Train accidents involving motorists, common at train crossings; 
• Train accidents involving cyclists and pedestrians, which can occur near rail stations or anywhere along train routes; 
• Train passenger accidents, such as slips and falls while boarding, getting thrown from your seat, or getting struck by objects during your trip. 

What Causes Train Accidents In Hawthorne To Happen?  

According to the Federal Railroad Administration (FRA), close to 100 train accidents in California happen each year. These represent train crashes and collisions primarily impacting passengers. An additional 150 train crossing accidents result in serious harm for motorists, bicyclists, pedestrians, and others involved.  

Negligence on the part of others is often responsible. This means engaging in reckless behavior that increases the risk of personal injuries or failing to take reasonable precautions to prevent them from happening. Among the most common causes of train accidents in Hawthorne include:  

• Reckless operations, such as when the engineer is drowsy, distracted, or under the influence; 
• Mistakes and errors on the part of other train company employees, such as failure to communicate with the operations team and signaling or switch errors; 
• Equipment failures, such as electrical shorts and problems with brakes, steering, wheels, or train engines; 
• Track issues, such as damaged rails and failing to properly secure tracks; 

• Scheduling errors and oversights, such as not calculating enough time between stops and failing to take standard precautions to protect the public along routes.   

How Can I Get Compensation For Hawthorne Train Accident Injuries? 

Severe and often catastrophic personal injuries can happen as a result of any type of train accident in Hawthorne. When they occur due to negligence on the part of the train company, its employees, parts manufacturers, or others involved, you have the right to hold those at fault liable for damages you and your family suffer.  

Unfortunately, dealing with train companies, their attorneys, and insurers in the aftermath often proves challenging. To protect yourself and your rights to compensation, reach out to our legal team at Harris Personal Injury Lawyers. We can conduct a thorough investigation into your case, gather the evidence needed to support a claim, and aggressively negotiate with insurance representatives and others involved on your behalf.  

If the train company attempts to dispute your claim, as is common, or injuries suffered are severe, our Hawthorne train accident attorneys will not hesitate to take your case to court. Common types of compensation available in a train accident lawsuit under the California Civil Code include:  

• Economic damages, which include medical expenses, lost wages, future losses in income and benefits due to long-term disabilities, and other actual costs.  
• Non-economic damages, which compensate you for pain, suffering, scarring, disfigurement, lost enjoyment in life, and other intangible losses.  
• Exemplary or punitive damages, which is an additional amount we can push for that punishes the train company or others involved for gross negligence.  

Available 24 Hours A Day, Seven Days A Week, Call 1-800-GO-HARRIS Today  

Train accident injuries in Hawthorne can cause serious harm, impacting you and your family for years after. To get the compensation you are entitled to, reach out to Harris Personal Injury Lawyers, Inc. We are available 24 hours a day, seven days a week and provide the trusted legal guidance and professional representation you need in filing a claim. As we typically work on a contingency basis, there is no upfront cost. To request a free consultation, call 1-800-GO-HARRIS or contact our Hawthorne train accident attorneys online today.