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The Common Cause of FELA Injuries: Fatigue

Railroad workers have an undoubtedly difficult and demanding job. Not only is the work physically intensive, but railroad workers are often asked to work long hours for many days in a row. Although the current economy seems to be slowing in growth, the need for equipment and products to be shipped cross country is always steady.

Many railroads push their employees to work an unhealthy amount of hours in order to maximize revenue, sacrificing the health and safety of their employees for a greater profit. While machines and other equipment may be able to complete their jobs without rest, humans are simply not the same.

According to the National Sleep Foundation, sleep is absolutely vital to a person’s health and adults typically need 7-9 hours of sleep each night. Lack of sleep can seriously affect the way your mind and body functions throughout the day, causing cognitive functions to work and respond much more slowly.

Fatigue, or tiredness, is one of the most common causes of railroad related injuries. If your employer pushes you to work unhealthy hours which cause you to experience fatigue, your employer may be responsible for any injuries that may occur at work due to your lack of rest.

The Federal Employer’s Liability Act (FELA) holds employers responsible for their acts of negligence that lead to employees’ injuries. Contact a FELA lawyer today to learn more about your legal rights. The FELA lawyers of Williams Kherkher have extensive experience handling cases of injured and fatigued railroad workers. Call 866-950-9000 today for more information.