FELA Lawsuit Loans

If you are currently searching for a lawsuit loan against a FELA lawsuit or need lawsuit funding for a claim that recently reached a verdict or settlement, contact LawLeaf today.

The Federal Employers’ Liability Act, also referred to as FELA was passed by Congress in 1908. The passage of FELA was passed due to catastrophic injury and deaths to railroad workers throughout the United States. FELA is set-up to provide workers with protection that would not be covered through workers compensation. It gives the victim the ability to collect damages directly from the employers. Damages are collected as a result of negligence by the company.

The compensation that is collected in a FELA case is generally those expenses related to medical costs, lost wages, inability to work and pain and suffering. A FELA case is handled differently than a workers compensation claim as the cases are heard by a jury. Due to the complex nature of FELA cases these types of lawsuit can take years before settling.

Some of the different types of injuries that are most common in FELA cases include:

  • Mental Anguish
  • Health Risk
  • Repetitive Motion Disorder
  • Brain and Head Injuries
  • Exposure to Asbestos
  • Burn Injuries
  • Loss of Limbs
  • Disability
  • Soft Tissue Injuries

A major part of FELA lawsuits is proving negligence. An experienced attorney can provide the necessary skills to prove liability and establishing a fair compensation package. If negligence is established the victim may receive fair compensation for damages. Due to the long litigation process for FELA cases some plaintiffs must resort to alternative funding options. Because workers compensation may only pay a fraction of what the plaintiff deserves, they may need an additional stream of income until their case reaches a verdict.

At LawLeaf we understand that some railroad workers can’t just get by on workers compensation payment, hence, we work with many claimants in getting them into a lawsuit cash advance so they can stay afloat. If you have a pending or already settled FELA lawsuit and searching for a non recourse lawsuit loan, begin by contacting LawLeaf today.

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