The last thing you may expect when heading into work for the day is sustaining a serious injury due to unsafe conditions on your job site. Whether your employer failed to remedy a slip and fall hazard or allowed an inexperienced co-worker to perform a task that requires considerable training, you may be impacted as a result of their carelessness. If you sustain an injury due to the negligent actions of others as an employee of our nation’s railroads, it’s imperative to meet with an experienced attorney as soon as possible. However, taking the time to prepare for your initial consultation with a FELA lawyer can help ensure these matters are handled in an effective manner. If you’re unsure what documents you should bring or what questions you should ask, the following blog can assist you in these matters.
What Can I Do to Prepare for My Consultation With a FELA Attorney?
If you’ve sustained an injury due to the negligent actions of your railroad employer, meeting with a Federal Employers’ Liability Act (FELA) attorney is critical to fighting for the compensation you deserve. As such, it’s important to prepare for your initial consultation to ensure that you can make the meeting as efficient and effective as possible.
Generally, you can prepare for your meeting by gathering all the documents and evidence you have to support your claims. This includes photos and videos of the hazards taken at the scene of the accident, medical bills, and any documents provided to you by your employer.
If co-workers witnessed the accident, you can ask them to provide a written statement of what they witnessed. You should also bring this to your attorney, along with their contact information.
Keeping these documents organized is critical, as this helps ensure they are readily available when you need them.
What Questions Should I Ask?
In addition to bringing the necessary documents to your meeting, you should also come prepared with a list of questions. This can help you learn more about the circumstances of your case.
One of the most important questions you can ask your attorney is how your attorney will handle your case and any complexities they foresee arising. Unfortunately, it’s not uncommon for FELA cases to be complicated, so understanding the challenges you can face can help you prepare for these matters.
Additionally, you can ask your attorney about additional steps you can take to help your case. They may advise you to follow up with your medical provider, stay off social media, or avoid speaking with your employer unless they are present.
At Doran & Murphy, our dedicated legal team understands how difficult these matters can be to navigate on your own. That is why our dedicated team is ready to assist you in the fight for the compensation you deserve. When you are hurt, our firm can help. Contact us today to learn more.
