Answers before you call.

The Federal Employers' Liability Act has protected railroad workers since 1908. Unlike workers' compensation, FELA requires showing the railroad's negligence played a part — even a small part — in your injury. In exchange, it allows recovery of full damages: lost wages, future earnings, medical costs, and pain and suffering. The railroad's claims agents know this. That's why they show up fast after an injury.

Crew members of vessels in navigation — deckhands, engineers, pilots, mates — are covered by the Jones Act and general maritime law, including claims for negligence, unseaworthiness, and maintenance and cure. Schneller Law Group's maritime practice is led by Gerry Schneller, who has represented injured river workers for decades.

Nothing up front. Your consultation is free, and every case is handled on a contingency fee — you pay no attorney's fee unless money is recovered for you.

FELA claims generally must be filed within three years. Missouri and Illinois injury deadlines vary by case type and can be shorter. More importantly, evidence — track records, vessel logs, camera footage — disappears quickly. The sooner you call, the stronger your case.

No. Their job is to limit what the company pays — recorded statements and quick offers are tools for doing exactly that. Talk to a lawyer first. The consultation is free, and you'll know where you actually stand.