After the commemoration of the 9/11 terrorist attacks, Los Angeles citizens observed the third anniversary of Chatsworth tragic train accident that claimed the lives of 25 people on September 12, 2008.

Three years ago, Metrolink 111 which was carrying 222 passengers collided with another train in Chatsworth, just few miles away from Simi Valley where it was scheduled to arrive. According to investigations, texting was the cause of the accident. Authorities said Metrolink’s on-board engineer was using his mobile phone that resulted in ignoring at least one red signal and failing to apply brakes when the train was about to crash into another.

The horrific train collision left 25 people dead and more than 130 injured. According to reports, many of the survivors and their families are frustrated about their medical bills. Adding insult to injury, it was found out that the medical bills exceeded the money the survivors received from Metrolink, news reports said.

Under the personal injury law in California, people or companies that cause injury or harm to another due to negligence are legally required to provide compensation to the victims. In accordance with law, Metrolink is liable for the compensation of the survivors of the senseless train accident. The management of the train company must exhaust all the possible means in order to compensate the medical bills of the survivors.

To learn more on train accidents in California, you may consult with a personal injury lawyer in Los Angeles. Your attorney will guide you throughout the process of litigation. Dial 1-866-772-2889 or email us at info@mesriani.com for a free case analysis.