In general, persons employed in the railroad industry are not eligible for worker's compensation benefits . Instead, all claims relating to work-related injuries for railroad employees must addressed through a statute called the Federal Employer's Liability Act, or FELA.
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I am employed by a railroad and was recently hurt at work. A neighbor said that I should get on worker's compensation. What should I do?

 

A: In general, persons employed in the railroad industry are not eligible for worker's compensation benefits.  Instead, all claims relating to work-related injuries for railroad employees must addressed through a statute called the Federal Employer's Liability Act, or FELA.


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  • The Law Offices of Barry G. Doyle, P.C.
  • 5215 Old Orchard Road
    Suite 710
    Skokie, IL 60077
  • Phone: 312.263.1080
  • Fax: 312.263.0153
  • Get Directions
  • * By Appointment Only
  • 5215 Old Orchard Road
    Suite 710
    Skokie, IL 60077
  • Phone: 312.263.1080
  • Get Directions
  • *By Appointment Only
  • 35 East Wacker Drive
    9th Floor
    Chicago, IL 60601
  • Phone: 312.263.1080
  • Get Directions

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