FELA Attorneys

FELA Attorneys Pratt & Tobin, P.C. represents injured railroad workers throughout the United States. We are designa Federal Court and have an absolute right to trial by jury.

FEDERAL EMPLOYERS' LIABILITY ACT (FELA)

The United States Congress, in 1908, enacted the Federal Employers' Liability Act to protect the rights of railroad employees and their families in the event of injury or death of the worker. Under this law, the employee or his survivors have the right to file a claim against his employer in a state court or U.S. The railroad employee involved in an injury

case is entitled to an award according to the type of injury sustained and the extent of the injury whether it is temporary or permanent. He is entitled to an award for any disability or disfigurement, aggravation of a pre-existing ailment or condition and the pain and suffering experienced for the injury. In addition, the injured worker is entitled to an award of reasonable medical expenses incurred as a result of the injury up to and including such time as he would have retired from the railroad. In the event of the death of a railroad employee, the wife and children of the employee are entitled to an award for the pain and suffering experienced prior to the spouses death, an award for all reasonable medical care, treatment and services received prior to death and an award for the loss for support resulting from the death of the railroad worker. is a union-approved law firm. We have tried hundreds of cases for injured railroad workers and their families. We bring together all our resources to provide you with the strongest case possible. The link below is a copy of our "Know Your Rights" books that out attorneys pass out at union meetings when we are asked to attend them throughout the United States.https://prattandtobin.com/wp-content/uploads/FELA-Pamphlet.pdf

Last night, the FELA Attorneys of Pratt & Tobin P.C. helped host a reception for the leaders of the SMART Transportation...
09/01/2026

Last night, the FELA Attorneys of Pratt & Tobin P.C. helped host a reception for the leaders of the SMART Transportation Division Rail Labor Union at the Baltimore & Ohio Railroad Museum. The gathering was put on so everyone would have time to discuss matters relevant to the union’s regional training that begins today in Baltimore, Maryland.

As alway, let Pratt & Tobin, P.C. know if anyone needs assistance with a FELA claim. (800)851-5562

🚨Designated Legal Counsel🚨Pratt & Tobin P.C. has been designated legal counsel to handle on the job injuries for Brother...
08/18/2026

🚨Designated Legal Counsel🚨
Pratt & Tobin P.C. has been designated legal counsel to handle on the job injuries for Brotherhood of Maintenance of Way Rail Union members for about a half a century. Thus, in addition to old AT&SFF System Federation coffee mugs from the mid 90s, we possess the experience and institutional knowledge of those 50 or so years which gives our clients an upper hand when we are handling their FELA claims, something a lot of our competitors don’t have. Be sure to give us a call if you or a loved one needs assistance. (800)851-5562

08/15/2026

🇺🇸🛠️MAKING AMERICA SAFE & BEAUTIFUL 🛠️🇺🇸
FRA is investing over $5 billion through the National Railroad Partnership Program (NRPP) in 41 rail projects across 23 states.
These NRPP safety improvement projects will finance new Amtrak trains, upgrade track infrastructure, and modernize technology. We are ushering in the Golden Age of Rail!
Read the full press release here: https://railroads.dot.gov/about-fra/communications/newsroom/press-releases/golden-age-rail-trumps-transportation-secretary

🚨LEADING THE DEVELOPMENT OF THE FELA🚨Share if you or a loved one works for a railroad as you never know who will need he...
08/14/2026

🚨LEADING THE DEVELOPMENT OF THE FELA🚨
Share if you or a loved one works for a railroad as you never know who will need help!

We are happy announce that our managing partner, Ben Tobin, was selected as being the leader in the future development of the Federal Employers' Liability Act (FELA), the law injured railroad workers use to get compensated following an on the job injury. The article shares his professional journey to this milestone.

As always, Pratt & Tobin P.C. can be contacted at (800)851-5562 if anyone has questions concerning a potential FELA claim.

🚨LEADING THE DEVELOPMENT OF THE FELA🚨Share if you or a loved one works for a railroad as you never know who will need he...
08/14/2026

🚨LEADING THE DEVELOPMENT OF THE FELA🚨
Share if you or a loved one works for a railroad as you never know who will need help!

We are happy announce that our managing partner, Ben Tobin, was selected as being the leader in the future development of the Federal Employers' Liability Act (FELA), the law injured railroad workers use to get compensated following an on the job injury. The article shares his professional journey to this milestone.

As always, Pratt & Tobin P.C. can be contacted at (800)851-5562 if anyone has questions concerning a potential FELA claim.

In July 2019, Benjamin “Ben” Tobin stepped into the role of Managing Partner at Pratt & Tobin, P.C., following the passing of his father, Gregory Tobin, a renowned attorney in the field of the Federal Employers’ Liability Act (FELA). Before his father’s passing, Ben had been involved in FELA...

Today, Pratt & Tobin P.C.’s partners, Ben Tobin and Zach Tobin, were honored to have the opportunity to donate on behalf...
08/13/2026

Today, Pratt & Tobin P.C.’s partners, Ben Tobin and Zach Tobin, were honored to have the opportunity to donate on behalf of Pratt & Tobin P.C. to the Madison County Fallen Officers Memorial Fund. The fund was established to raise money for a memorial site to be built near the entrance of the Madison County Sheriff’s Office. The memorial site will dedicated to Madison County’s fallen officers who gave the ultimate sacrifice while serving Madison County, Illinois. Additionally, it will provide a place where our heroes can forever be memorialized and a place where their families, friends, and community can pay their respects. Be sure to check out the memorial site and Pratt & Tobin, P.C.’s granite stone after the memorial site is dedicated during the middle part of May next year!

🚨OVER $2,000,000 IN SETTLEMENTS🚨Today, after a full day of mediation, First Assistant Scarlet and our managing partner, ...
08/07/2026

🚨OVER $2,000,000 IN SETTLEMENTS🚨
Today, after a full day of mediation, First Assistant Scarlet and our managing partner, Ben Tobin, were able to reach a confidential settlement on behalf of Pratt & Tobin P.C.’s client. The aforementioned brings the total of settlements for Ben’s clients this week to well over $2,000,000. Let Pratt & Tobin P.C. know if anyone needs help with a FELA claim, Auto Accident, slip and fall, products liability, medical malpractice, or cancer case. (800)851-5562

This week, our managing partner, Ben Tobin, is in San Diego, California meeting with and presenting to the leaders of th...
07/29/2026

This week, our managing partner, Ben Tobin, is in San Diego, California meeting with and presenting to the leaders of the Brotherhood of Maintenance of Way Rail Labor Union that are in the Unified System Division. Let Pratt & Tobin P.C. know if anyone needs help with a FELA claim. (800)851-5562

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Pratt & Tobin, PC, 150 South Bellwood Drive, PO Box 179
East Alton, IL
62024

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