BASSO AND ASSOCIATES PC
ORANGE COUNTY LAW CENTER
263 ROUTE 17K
NEWBURGH, NY 12550
845 562 3900
BASSO AND ASSOCIATES PC
DUTCHESS COUNTY LAW CENTER
1171 ROUTE 55
LAGRANGEVILLE, NY 12540
845 452 0200
BASSO AND ASSOCIATES PC
ULSTER COUNTY LAW CENTER
70 MAIDEN LANE
KINGSTON, NY 12401
1 877 227 7652
In 1908, the United States passed the Federal Employers' Liability Act (FELA) to protect railroad workers and their families from the repercussions of injury as a result of working long hours to ensure passenger safety on the railroad.
FELA protects railroad workers by allowing them to hold their employer liable if they are injured while on the job. If the injury is determined to be a result of the employer's negligence, a lawsuit can be filed. The employer may be held responsible for any physical, emotional, or financial damage involved, in addition to lost wages and loss of potential earnings if the injured worker is unable to return to work in a timely manner.
If you are a railroad worker injured as a result of your employment, it is extremely important to keep track of any co-workers that witnessed your accident. Make sure you have their contact information, as you may need them to testify on your behalf. Be sure to report the accident to your union and include all of the details of your injury. Do not sign anything without first consulting with a FELA attorney such as Basso and Associates, PC, as it could waive your legal right to file a lawsuit against your employer. If you are offered a settlement, do not accept anything until you have first spoken to a FELA attorney. The settlement offered may be very low and will most likely not cover all of your medical expenses and lost wages.
Basso and Associates, PC are experienced FELA attorneys who will understand the details of your case and have the depth of knowledge to lead you through the complex litigation process. The more serious your injury, the higher your appropriate compensation will be. As your FELA attorneys, Basso and Associates, PC will act as your advocate and will aggressively fight to ensure that you receive the compensation that you deserve, helping you to pay for your medical bills, lost wages, and other expenses that may have come about as a result of your injury.
At the law firm of Basso and Associates, PC, you are entitled to free advice if you have been injured. Call 1-877-227-7652 promptly for best results.
For New York accident victims and their families seeking the best opportunity for winning million dollar plus jury verdict, courtroom or settlement recoveries in the Hudson Valley, the accident/injury law firm of Basso and Associates, P.C., provides high quality legal services for cases involving personal injury due to motor vehicle, automobile, car, truck, bus, motorcycle, train, airplane or boat accidents; defective highway design; on-the-job or construction accidents involving workers'/workman's comp due to accidents with scaffolding, ladder, or building collapse; slip, trip and fall pedestrian accidents; medical malpractice including failure to diagnose cancer, stroke or heart attack; birth defects, brain damage, cerebral palsy, erb's palsy; medical, drug, anesthesia or surgical errors including laser eye surgery, orthopedic or cosmetic implants; problems with accutane, vioxx, bextra, antidepressants, hormones, contraceptives or birth control; heart devices, pacemakers, and monitors; mesothelioma, leukemia or asbestosis from employment-related chemical exposure; defective or dangerous products / products liability; victims of drunken drivers; Fires, Explosions, Chemical Burns; Brain Injuries; Falling Objects; Hospital, Nursing or Group Home Negligence; Injuries Caused by Dangerous Animals; Food Poisoning including e. coli, mercury, hepatitis, listeria and botulism; Unsafe Buildings and Grounds; Negligent Supervision of Children; Rape or Assault due to poor security; Defective Playgrounds; swimming pool, diving and drowning accidents; Unsafe Conditions in Places of Business; guns, hunting and shooting accidents; wrongful death; and dog bites; as well as cases pertaining to criminal defense, driving while intoxicated, DWI, driving under the influence, DUI, OUI, DWAI and OWI offenses. .
The firm serves clients from New York including Mid-Hudson region Dutchess County cities, towns and villages of Amenia, Annandale, Arlington, Bangall, Barrytown, Beacon, Beekman, Billings, Castle Point, Chelsea, Clinton Corners, Dover Plains, East Fishkill, Fishkill, Glenham, Holmes, Hopewell Junction, Hughsonville, Hyde Park, LaGrange, Milan, Millbrook, Millerton, North East, Pawling, Pine Plains, Pleasant Valley, Poughkeepsie, Poughquag, Red Hook, Rhinebeck, Rhinecliff, Salt Point, Staatsburg, Stanford, Stanfordville, Stormville, Tivoli, Union Vale, Verbank, Wappinger Falls, Washington, Wassaic, Wingdale; from Orange County cities, towns and villages of Arden, Bellvale, Blooming Grove, Bullville, Campbell Hall, Central Valley, Chester, Circleville, Cornwall, Cornwall-on-Hudson, Cuddebackville, Florida, Fort Montgomery, Godeffroy, Goshen, Greenwood Lake, Harriman, Highland Falls, Highland Mills, Howells, Huguenot, Johnson, Maybrook, Middle Hope, Middletown, Monroe, Montgomery, Mountainville, New Hampton, New Milford, New Windsor, Newburgh, Otisville, Pine Bush, Pine Island, Rock Tavern, Salisbury Mills, Scotchtown, Slate Hill, Southfields, Sparrow Bush, Sterling Forest, Sugar Loaf, Thompson Ridge, Tuxedo Park, Unionville, Vails Gate, Walden, Warwick, Washingtonville, West Point, Westtown; from Ulster County cities, towns and villages of Accord, Bearsville, Big Indian, Bloomington, Boiceville, Chichester, Clintondale, Connelly, Cottekill, Cragsmoor, Denning, Ellenville, Esopus, Gardiner, Glasco, Glenford, Greenfield Park, High Falls, Highland, Highmount, Hurley, Kerhonkson, Kingston, Lake Hill, Lake Katrine, Lloyd, Marbletown, Marlboro, Milton, Modena, Mount Marion, Mount Tremper, Napanoch, New Paltz, Olive Bridge, Phoenicia, Pine Hill, Plattekill, Port Ewen, Rifton, Rochester, Rosendale, Ruby, Saugerties, Shandaken, Shokan, Spring Glen, Stone Ridge, Tillson, Ulster Park, Walker Valley, Warwarsing, West Camp, West Hurley, West Park, West Shokan, Willow, Woodstock; and from neighboring counties of Putnam, Rockland, Westchester, Columbia, Greene, Sullivan, Albany, Fairfield, Nassau, Suffolk, New York, Kings, Queens, Richmond, Bronx and beyond.
This web site constitutes attorney advertising. It has been prepared for advertising and informational purposes only and should not be construed as legal advice. The material posted on this web site is not intended to create a lawyer-client relationship, and readers should not act upon it without seeking professional counsel. Prior results do not guarantee a similar outcome. Each case and situation is different and must be handled based upon the specific facts and circumstances unique to that case. For specific answers to questions on an individual case, it is best to consult with an attorney. Accident-Injury Case fees are based on recovery less disbursements (paid by client).