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.”
What is the Average Settlement for a Burn Injury?
May 6, 2025
Burns can be devastating injuries. Depending upon the type of burn, the severity of the injury, and its location on the body, a burn can cause permanent scarring, nerve damage, infection, and even loss of a limb.
