South Carolina Train Accident Lawyers
Demonstrated Results in Train Derailment and Toxic Exposure
When railroads put profits over people, Pierce, Herns, Sloan & McLeod LLC has been there to hold the rail companies accountable. Our Charleston law firm has successfully represented victims exposed to toxic chemicals when trains derailed, as well as railroad workers injured in train wrecks.
If you suffered direct injuries in a train derailment or suffered pulmonary injuries or other effects from chemical exposure after a train wreck, contact us at 843-277-9824 for a free initial consultation. We take cases throughout South Carolina and the U.S.
Experienced in Recovery of Damages for Toxic Spills
Attorney W. Mullins McLeod Jr. heads our train accident cases. He has served as lead counsel in two of the largest chemical spill class actions in South Carolina:
- In 2003, a tank car spilled anhydrous ammonia near Hartsville, South Carolina, evacuating hundreds. We represented all victims (more than 100 local residents) who suffered a range of ailments from chemical inhalation.
- In 2005, a Norfolk Southern train car overturned at Graniteville, South Carolina, releasing deadly chlorine gas into the community. More than 50 people were seriously injured, and we brought a class action lawsuit on their behalf.
Train Derailment Litigation
Pierce, Herns, Sloan & McLeod has the experience and access to rail industry experts to handle these complex cases. We conduct a thorough investigation to uncover the negligence that caused the crash or the spill:
- Violations of federal regulations
- Improperly lined tanker cars
- Neglected maintenance or poor design of tracks
- Negligent acts of railroad employees
- Excessive speed
- Negligent hiring, training or supervision of train employees
We pursue compensation from all liable parties, including the railroads, manufacturers of tanker cars and companies that lease rail cars. In the Graniteville case, Norfolk Southern crews failed to realign a switch, resulting in the derailment and tanker rupture.
Our firm also represents victims of railroad crossing accidents and FELA claims on behalf of injured railroad workers.
Free Initial Consultation
If you are an attorney representing a client in a train-related action, we have the resources to commit to attorney referral cases. If you or a loved one has been involved in a train wreck, contact our Charleston train accident lawyers immediately.
