Train Accident Claims

If you or a family member have suffered a serious injury while on board a train, our award-winning personal injury team can help you claim for compensation.

Our personal injury solicitors are expert in rail accident claims. Our lawyers have successfully pursued personal injury claims resulting from train crashes, including train accidents at Clapham, Southall, Ladbroke Grove and Potters Bar. We also act for victims of the Croydon tram derailment.

Personal injury claims

We recognise that for survivors of such accidents, injuries will be both physical and psychological. We understand that both are equally serious and can ensure you receive the right care. We have a team of specialist medico-legal experts well-versed in dealing with the injuries inflicted by such accidents.

A personal injury claim following a rail accident will depend on the intensity of the accident and the severity of the injuries that result. Injuries can include broken bones, brain and head injuries and spinal injuries, all of which can be life-altering.

We act on a No win no fee basis and will ensure that you receive the maximum compensation for:

injuries
financial losses, such as a loss of income
treatment
rehabilitation
ongoing care

Fatal claims

Serious train accidents often involve fatalities. We have represented the families of those who have died in a train accident. The family may sue for emotional and financial suffering caused by the death of a loved one. Emotional suffering can include trauma and shock.

You may also sue for financial losses resulting from the death of a loved one. For example, if the person killed is the sole employed member of the household, you may claim compensation for lost earnings.

For more information please go to our fatal personal injury claims page.

Specialist rail accident solicitors

We have successfully pursued many personal injury cases following a train crash. We have the knowledge and expertise to ensure you receive the maximum compensation for your injuries and loss.

Our lawyers are members of the Association of Personal Injury Lawyers.

Paul McNeil, head of our personal injury department, was elected to the steering committee following the Southall and Paddington train crashes.

Our train accident claims experts

Our award-winning team believes in putting clients first. We are dedicated to achieving the best results possible and pride ourselves on our sensitive approach. Any of our train accident claims experts below will be pleased to discuss your case and offer free advice over the phone.

Jill Greenfield

Partner, Head of Serious Injury Sector
London, England 0330 460 6778 Email Jill

Personal Injury
Keith Barrett

Partner
London, England 0330 460 6783 Email Keith

Personal Injury
Jennifer Buchanan

Partner
London, England 0330 460 6774 Email Jennifer

Personal Injury
Keith Cundall

Partner
Manchester, England 0330 460 7381 Email Keith

Personal Injury
Nick Godwin

Partner
London, England 0330 460 7204 Email Nick

Personal Injury
Dushal Mehta

Partner
London, England 0330 460 6751 Email Dushal

Mesothelioma and Asbestos

Personal Injury
Claire Glasgow

Director
London, England 0330 460 6747 Email Claire

Personal Injury
Harvinder Kaur

Director
London, England 0330 460 6762 Email Harvinder

Personal Injury
Lewis Ayre

Senior Associate
London, England 0330 460 6788 Email Lewis
Adam Curry

Senior Associate
London, England 0330 460 6367 Email Adam

Personal Injury

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Legal 500

Fieldfisher are the leaders in the claimant personal injury market. Their knowledge, expertise and experience is unrivalled by other firms. They have been at the forefront of many of the key legal developments in recent years and regularly handle and negotiate the most valuable claims concerning the most significant and life-changing injuries. The strength of depth in their team underpins the quality of service that is provided to all their clients.

Legal 500

The success and quality across the board is exceptional. In addition, this is a team which really cares about its clients ensuring, whenever it can, that they are rehabilitated in the finest centres sometimes within weeks of injury. Absolutely front rank.

Chambers & Partners

From the very first conversation, they demonstrated a depth of experience in serious injury cases, but more importantly, they showed empathy, clarity, and a genuine commitment to our situation.