» Off Track Vehicle Agreement

Tragic accident highlights dangers of transporting railroad crews

April 22nd, 2011
Posted By
Andrew J. Thompson
A tragic accident in Kelso, Washington last month killed three railroad employees and injured a fourth. The accident did not happen while the workers were performing their job duties, but during a ride in a van back to their motel. Railroads commonly… Read More
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Categories: Rail Law Blog
Tags: Federal Employers' Liability Act, FELA, Kelso accident, Off Track Vehicle Agreement, railroad accident, transport

Benefits under Off Track Vehicle Agreement

March 11th, 2011
Posted By
Andrew J. Thompson
Many railroaders are entitled to contractual benefits if they are injured when they are riding in, or getting on or off, an off-track vehicle authorized by the Carrier and are either deadheading under orders or being transported at the Carrier’s ex… Read More
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Categories: Rail Law Blog
Tags: deadheading, Federal Employers' Liability Act, FELA, Off Track Vehicle Agreement, railroad