Substantial verdict for our client, covering past and future damages, also guaranteeing financial compensation for plaintiffs medical bills and lost wages. 

Client: Terry Stewart

A former locomotive mechanic for Union Pacific Railroad

has been awarded $1,075,000 after sustaining serious injuries to his knee and back in a railyard train accident. The incident occurred when some improperly loaded trains traveled through the yard and collided with another group of rail cars, putting surrounding railyard workers in harm’s way. The plaintiff, Terry Stewart, attempted to stop the runaway rail cars.

Substantial verdict for their client, covering past and future damages.

Williams Hart & Boundas attorneys Cesar Tavares and Margot Trevino secured a substantial verdict for their client, covering past and future damages. While this settlement cannot reverse the pain and suffering Mr. Stewart endured, it upholds accountability from the negligent party. The verdict also guarantees Mr. Stewart financial compensation for his medical bills and lost wages. 
Williams Hart & Boundas understands how challenging recovery can be for victims of train accidents. Our qualified legal team is passionate about fighting for the justice our clients deserve. We are proud of the work we do for people like Mr. Stewart.

Union Pacific Railroad Accidents

The Union Pacific Railroad is the largest railroad company in North America, operating 32,000 track miles across 23 states in the United States and employing 45,000 workers. According to the Federal Railroad Administration’s Office of Safety Analysis, 2,519 reported railroad injuries and deaths occurred in the United States from January 1, 2020, through May 31, 2020. 346 of those involved Union Pacific, and 65 were fatalities. Victims of these accidents deserve just compensation for their injuries. 

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