The railroad is an historic and critical industry for freight transportation across the United States. Galloway Johnson Tompkins Burr & Smith transportation attorneys have the knowledge and expertise in legal matters that impact rail transport. Our collaborative and multidisciplinary approach is valued by clients throughout our geographic reach.
Our railroad attorneys have represented various major (Class I) and short line (Class III) railroads throughout the region. Galloway railroad trial counsel have extensive experience in railroad litigation, including:
- Federal Employers’ Liability Act (FELA)
- Preemption defense
- Administrative agencies
- United States Department of Labor, Office of Administrative Law Judges Federal Railroad Safety Act (FRSA) whistleblower proceedings
- Freight contracts
- Insurance coverage claims
Our railroad lawyers have participated in National Transportation Safety Board investigations, in conjunction with Galloway’s 24/7 Emergency Response Team to coordinate claims handling and technical experts.
Galloway’s railroad attorneys hold membership in the National Association of Railroad Trial Counsel, and the United States Department of Labor Joint Bar Association. Clients trust Galloway to keep their focus on the rails and continually moving forward.