FELA and Federal Law
Slip and Fall accidents are a serious concern and can cause severe injury. Byrnes Law attorneys have settled claims against McDonalds, Walmart for slip and fall and premises liability accidents. Claims against KFC, Denny?s Meijer and Kroger are being reviewed for merit. If there is a hazardous condition that causes an injury in a store or other commercial area that causes a serious injury or broken bone call the attorney John Byrnes at 502-893-8994.
FELA (Federal Employers Liability Act) is a federal law that applies to railroad employees that have sustained injuries while working on the railroad. Attorney Byrnes has experience and resources to pursue the claims against railroad companies. Claims have been pursued against Norfolk Southern Railway as well as CSX railroad. Railroad crossing accidents are very serious collision and should be immediately investigated to determine the cause. With a professional engineer and experience litigating railroad claims the Byrnes law office is uniquely qualified to assist in the investigation and pursuit of claims against railroad. Call the Byrnes lawyers at 502-893-8994 or 502-363-2200.
Some claims of chemical exposure at railroad terminals due to degreasing agents have been reviewed. The Louisville zoo train derailment has critically injured passengers who depended on the common carrier. Injuries caused by train collisions or train derailment involve specialized engineering and legal questions. Byrnes Law Office, PLLC has experience in engineering and FELA railroad cases to help you investigate your case.
Byrnes attorneys have experience in defending and prosecuting DUI (driving under the influence) claims. If you have been hit by a DUI driver you may have an interest in the criminal prosecution of the drunk driver. Participation as a witness in the DUI case may lead to a restitution payment as well as confirming a civil punitive case against the offender. Courts rely upon the BAC (Blood Alcohol Content) of the driver to determine the level of intoxication. The BAC can be determined by a blood sample or the breathalyzer, if you have been injured by a drunk driver call attorney John Byrnes at (502) 893-8994. When a defendant operates a vehicle under the influence of alcohol or other intoxicant in violation of law and with a disregard for safety of others punitive damages may be awarded by a Court.
Animal attacks are a common type of injury that have unique legal requirements. Attorney John Byrnes has successfully pursued pit bull and other dog bite cases.