Whether you were hurt on an MBTA subway in Boston, a Commuter Rail derailment, or a crossing collision in Worcester County, Castel & Hall LLP stands ready to help. Our Massachusetts train accident attorney team understands notice requirements for public entities and how claims proceed against major carriers. We coordinate medical care, document injuries, and pursue compensation under personal injury law while preserving evidence from official investigations.
Claims involving the MBTA or Amtrak can include sudden stops causing falls, door malfunctions, collisions, or station hazards. Some matters require prompt written notice to the transit authority, so early legal help matters. If a fatal crash occurs, families may consider wrongful death actions in addition to any criminal or regulatory proceedings.
Potentially—if negligence (operator error, slippery platforms, broken escalators) contributed. Surveillance at South Station, North Station, and many platforms can be pivotal.
Rail employees are covered by FELA, a federal negligence system allowing broader damages than typical comp. Proof of employer negligence is required.
Signal failures, track defects, excessive speed, mechanical failures, and human error. Official investigations (FRA/NTSB) and expert analysis inform liability.
Public-entity claims can be subject to statutory caps and strict procedural rules in Massachusetts. Early legal guidance is essential.
You can still bring a claim—act quickly to secure video and maintenance logs before routine overwrites occur.
We obtain NTSB or state reports, data logs, and maintenance records; interview witnesses; and consult transportation experts to pinpoint fault—whether signal timing, braking systems, or track maintenance was to blame. Our team manages complex claims so you can focus on recovery.