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Atlanta
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404.796.8330
Jacksonville
JAX
904.620.9545
Atlanta
ATL
404.796.8330
Jacksonville
JAX
904.620.9545
When Alisa was 10-years old, her father was injured while working for the railroad. He was the sole income earner for their family of six, and his injury cost him his career on the railroad. He went from being the best in his craft and a top wage earner to starting all over again with a new career path.
This learning curve took a toll on the family finances. Even though she was young, Alisa could sense the financial burdens and the weight it placed on her father who was simultaneously rehabilitating an injured knee and working so hard to provide for his family. Alisa remembers how it felt like forever before his lawsuit against the railroad was finalized.
When Alisa was 10-years old, her father was injured while working for the railroad. He was the sole income earner for their family of six, and his injury cost him his career on the railroad. He went from being the best in his craft and a top wage earner to starting all over again with a new career path.
This learning curve took a toll on the family finances. Even though she was young, Alisa could sense the financial burdens and the weight it placed on her father who was simultaneously rehabilitating an injured knee and working so hard to provide for his family. Alisa remembers how it felt like forever before his lawsuit against the railroad was finalized.
Too many big-firm FELA attorneys keep their clients waiting months for answers.
Receive the consistent communication and genuine compassion you deserve.
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Too many big-firm FELA attorneys keep their clients waiting months for answers.
Receive the consistent communication and genuine compassion you deserve.
Ready When You Are❯
When you call in to Wilkes & Mee, we will immediately perform an information gathering process where first and foremost we find out about the extent of the your injuries and whether you are getting treatment so you can get better. We then gather as much information as possible, including 1) the names of the employees who were working with you at the time or who may have seen the accident, 2) how the injury occurred, and 3) the time of day and conditions surrounding the injury. We will also advise you to seek immediate medical attention if needed. Remember, you have a right to see a doctor of your choice. The railroad would want you to see their doctor because he/she reports to them.
Next we send an investigator to the scene of the injury to obtain photographs and preserve evidence. Proof exists at the scene, and details that may seem irrelevant may also help to build your case. Every aspect of the accident is thoroughly scrutinized during the investigation, from railroad equipment malfunction and safety protocols to negligence and human error.
We then meet with the railroad's legal team to seek a possible agreement that takes into account your present expenses and future, unforeseen expenses. It's all about finding common ground and reaching a fair resolution. While the railroad is looking out for their best interests, we will will be looking out for yours. If negotiations reach a dead end, your FELA claim will go to court.
False. The Railway Labor Act and the Federal Railroad Safety Act are designed to protect employees from retaliatory actions, like getting fires.
Railroad attorneys do not require any payment from you up front. They offer contingency fee arrangements and only get paid if you win the case.
While unions can be powerful allies, there are instances where legal issues extend beyond their scope, especially with personal injury or specific legal violations.
Whether you are at home or confined to a hospital bed, we will visit with you during all hours of the day.
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Don't talk to the railroad or their lawyers until you speak with us. We will meet with you to assess every aspect of your accident.
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Railroad injury cases are usually “contingent fee” cases, meaning the lawyer receives his or her payment out of the net settlement of the case if you win. If you lose, in most cases you will not be responsible to pay any attorney fees to your lawyer whatsoever.
It depends. Some FELA claims are settled in as little as six months and others may take a few years. The amount of time will depend on: 1) the length of your medical treatment; 2) the severity of your railroad injury; 3) how many parties are involved in the accident; 4) the railroad company and the railroad company’s lawyers; 5) whether your case will have to go to court. Most cases are settled in mediation which means less time you have to wait to get compensated.
No railroad injury lawyer can tell you what your FELA claim is worth during the initial conference. However, here are some helpful things to know regarding the worth of your case:
No two law suits are exactly the same. Just because someone else settled for a certain amount does not mean that you can expect the same thing to happen in your case.
Keep your expectations realistic. No amount of money will make right a personal harm that was done to you. Most people do not get every penny they want or deserve.
Understand that settlement negotiations, mediation, and trial (if necessary) take place much later in your case after all of the facts are known. Therefore, we cannot give you an opinion on what your case is “worth” in an initial conference. We can, however, advise you on the strengths and weaknesses of your case.
No. The Railway Labor Act, along with whistleblower protection laws like the Federal Railroad Safety Act, are designed to protect ...
After your treatment is complete and a settlement offer is sent to the railroad, they are given 30 days to respond. If a settlement ...
