METROLINK VICTIMS AWARDED MILLIONS IN TRAIN CRASH IN LOS ANGELES COUNTY (Part 1 of 2)
Trains are an efficient and quick way for people to travel by; although train rides may pose some sort of danger, it is relatively safe compared to other modes of transportation. Even though the accidents may occur less frequently than other vehicles, when train accidents occur, there may be mass fatalities and catastrophe caused by the train. Have you or a family member been involved in a train accident and want to learn about your rights? Then call Greenberg & Rudman LLP now at 1-800-252-9776 (1-800-ALAWPRO); our experienced attorneys may be able to help.
On October 15, 2009, Metrolink settled several lawsuits arising from the 2005 crash in Glendale, which killed 11 people and injured approximately 180. The incident occurred because Juan Manuel Alvarez parked his car on the tracks, doused the interior with gasoline and attempted to commit suicide. He was unsuccessful and instead, the Metrolink train crashed into the car, skidded and derailed. The central issue in the lawsuit was the positioning of the locomotive on the train and whether it would have prevented the accident had it been positioned in the front. Alvarez was convicted of 11 counts of first degree murder and sentenced to life.
Metrolink settled with two families in wrongful death claims ($3.5 million each), and two injury settlements, one at $5 million and the other for $3.8 million. The other damage awards range from $1,000 to $50,000. All of the cases that were not settled in this matter will go to trial in January. Did you know that Greenberg & Rudman LLP has won over $150 million in verdicts and settlements for our clients? We can help you in your lawsuit—call us now at 1-800-252-9776 (1-800-ALAWPRO) for your free and confidential consultation. Please go to www.alawpro.com to read more about the different areas of law that we cover.
Do you want to learn more about train accidents and related injuries? Then go to Part 2: AMTRAK TRAIN HITS CAR ON TRACKS IN SANTA FE SPRINGS—HUNDREDS OF TRAIN ACCIDENTS OCCUR EACH YEAR (Part 2 of 2)
