Our Blog

Washington DC train crashes into stopped train

June 29, 2009 | By John Feroleto

Addressing the deadly Washington D.C. train crash Debbie Hersman of the National Transportation Safety Board said the operator of the train that “slammed into a stationary train in front of it apparently had activated the emergency brakes in a failed effort to stop before the accident.” as reported in the Washington Post. Hersman said the “emergency brake button, known as the ‘mushroom,’ was depressed, and the steel rails showed evidence that the brakes were engaged.”

Request Your Free Consultation

Get the answers and support you need. Our friendly and experienced Buffalo personal injury lawyers will take the time to understand your case, explain your options, and guide you every step of the way.

First Name *

Last Name *

Phone Number *

Email *

Message *

By submitting this form and signing up for texts, you consent to receive informational text messages regarding case details, and ask for the documents, including status updates and reminders for important dates or notifications, from Fair Little Law PLLC at the number provided, including messages sent by an autodialer. Consent is not a condition of purchase. Message & data rates may apply. Message frequency varies.

Unsubscribe at any time by replying STOP. Reply HELP for help. Mobile information will not be shared with third parties/affiliates for marketing/promotional purposes.

Privacy Policy | Terms and Conditions

"I think John is the tops! He always treated me like a mother. He took a while to get everything in order and he got it all done. He handled an impossible case, just let me put it that way."

— Irene

Our Blog

Washington DC train crashes into stopped train

Request Your Free Consultation

Read More Articles