How long do you have to file a FELA claim? Most injured railroad workers have three years to file a lawsuit under the Federal Employers’ Liability Act (FELA). The clock generally starts on the date of the injury, but determining when the deadline begins can be more complicated in cases involving cumulative trauma, occupational illnesses,…
Continue reading ›If you’ve been hurt on the job and started researching your options, you may have quickly discovered that railroad workers don’t file a typical workers’ comp claim. Understanding FELA vs. workers’ comp is essential before you take your next step, because the two systems operate on almost entirely different principles, and choosing the wrong assumptions…
Continue reading ›Railroad workers in Illinois have recovered anywhere from roughly $270,000 to $2.5 million through FELA claims, with settlements averaging around $749,000. That range is wide for a reason. Unlike a standard workers’ comp claim, how FELA settlements are calculated depends on proving negligence and weighing damages that don’t follow a fixed formula. If you’re trying…
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