Motor Vehicle / Train Collisions
Car and Train Accident Lawyer Serving Clients Nationwide
In the United States, there are around 3000 car and train crashes every year. A railroad company will most likely blame the car’s driver; but often, it is largely their own fault. However, it takes a lawyer with extensive experience in railroad crossing accident cases to thoroughly investigate a train and car wreck and discover fault. At Pottroff & Karlin, LLC, we are known for our work in car and train accidents across the United States and have gained national and international recognition for the many settlements and verdicts we have gained. For all potential clients, we offer free initial consultations and do any later work on contingency, charging no attorneys’ fees until a settlement or verdict is reached.
Contact our train accident lawyer.
More on Auto Accident Law
States have varying laws regarding automobile accidents. However, most states fall into two main categories, no-fault and at-fault.
No-Fault states design their laws so that each person involved in an accident is responsible for his or her own loss. Approximately 50% of states employ such laws.
Fault does come into play in some of these states under certain circumstances such as severe injury, in which a jury may attribute fault to one party. A driver may also be at fault because s/he has broken the law, i.e., drunk driving. In at-fault states, the driver responsible for causing the accident is also liable for damages to the other party. It is much easier for a jury to assign fault in these states. The rules of fault apply to the wide range of auto accidents, including fatal car accidents, cars hit at railroad grade crossings, etc. Fault laws are crucial because they determine who pays for the:
- Medical bills
- Lost wages
- Pain and suffering
- Etc
that results from these collisions.
Contact Us
If you believe you have a case, please contact our firm and set up a free initial consultation. From law offices in Manhattan, Kansas, the law firm of Pottroff & Karlin, LLC serves clients in Topeka, Kansas City, Wichita, and across the country. In cases involving car and train accidents, our lawyer has served clients in Washington, Oregon, California, Arizona, New Mexico, Louisiana, Illinois, Missouri, Nebraska, Indiana, Pennsylvania, North Carolina, South Carolina, West Virginia, Arkansas, Minnesota, Texas, Oklahoma, Kansas, Florida, Ohio, North Dakota, and Iowa – 23 states and counting.
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“Integrity”
“In addition to his substantive contributions to railroad grade crossing safety, I have personally observed his untiring efforts and contributions to improving the integrity of the legal system.”- Elizabeth Hardy -
“Beyond Belief”
“His knowledge of the rail industry and his willingness to share his knowledge with other people who do railroad work is beyond belief to me.”- Mike Bee -
“Given Hope”
“Through his efforts, he has single-handedly given hope to victims who are injured or killed as a result of dangerous railroad crossings”- Donald Vasos -
“Impressed”
“Nathan is a warrior fighting the railroads.”- Jonathon (Jon) C. Clark -
“Excellent Results”
“Nathan Karlin has my strongest endorsement in the field of railroad crossing cases and personal injury law.”- Joseph M. Miller -
“Would Recommend Without Hesitation”
“In each case, Nathan always possessed an incredible knowledge of the law and the facts, possessed a great talent for aggressive – strategic legal planning and trial tactics while, at the same time, displaying great skill as an effective negotiator.”- Scott McCluen -
“First Call is Nathan's Firm”
“Nathan’s knowledge and experience in handling and trying cases against these litigation savvy railroad companies gives me the confidence to know that the clients and cases I refer to him are getting the best of the best.”- James Perrin -
“Hard-Working”
“The staff is helpful, professional, and responsive.”- Tracy D.
