Railroad accidents laws are more complex than the laws surrounding typical automobile accidents. Actionable railroad accidents include railroad crossing accidents, train/car collisions, and derailments.

Railroad workers who are injured on the job are protected by the Federal Employers' Liability Act (FELA) but, in order to recover damages, the worker must prove negligence on the railroad's part.

Railroad Accidents are regulated by the FRA which promotes and regulates safety throughout the railroad industry. Railroad accidents often occur at railroad crossings and more often than not result in fatalities or serious injuries to passengers.

Railroad Accident Law is part of Motor Vehicle Law which also includes: Auto Dealer Fraud, Automotive, Bus Accidents, Lemon Law, Motor Vehicle Accidents, Motorcycle Accident, Railroad Accidents, Rollover Accident, Traffic Violations, Transportation, and Trucking Accidents.