Tragic Train Accident Kills One | Washington Personal Injury Lawyer

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Amtrak accidents are devastating and often result in severe to fatal injuries. Although trains are typically a safe mode of transportation, they can create dangerous accidents for pedestrians and other vehicles that may be on the tracks. As a Seattle personal injury attorney, I know how serious collisions on the train tracks can be for pedestrians. According to KIRO TV News, a man was killed on Sunday while trying to cross Amtrak tracks near Castle Rock, Washington. The train was traveling from Portland to Seattle when the accident occurred. Officials report that the man was crossing the tracks at a non-rail crossing zone around 6:40p.m. when he was fatally hit by the passenger train. Trains were delayed until 9p.m. while the tracks were closed for investigation. This was the first train fatality on the tracks of Washington so far this year.

Trains are generally pretty quiet and move at a very fast pace, making it difficult to evaluate crossing safety. Train crosswalks should be utilized at all times in order to avoid personal injuries. Even though this Amtrak accident occurred in southwest Washington, the tracks that run through Seattle are also highly dangerous and pedestrians are encouraged to stay off the tracks for their own safety.

If you or a loved one have been severely injured in a dangerous train accident, then contact a dedicated Washington personal injury lawyer to further discuss your options. Crossing train tracks outside selected crosswalks is extremely dangerous for vulnerable pedestrians. Paying attention and following Amtrak guidelines could help avoid serious and even fatal injuries. If you have been injured in an accident, you may need legal representation to ensure that it does not become a financial burden to your or your family. For more information and a free consultation, call me at Premier Law Group at (206)285-1743.