Derailments, Accident Investigation and Personal Injury Claims

As part of our work with railroads and other transportation clients, the attorneys at Jackson Gilmour & Dobbs, PC are called on to respond to transportation related accidents involving train derailments, chemical releases, and personal injuries. We assist our clients from the initial phases of accident response and investigation through the ultimate resolution of the claims. By working directly with engineers and safety expert witnesses, we are able to determine the root cause of incidents and assign ultimate responsibility to the proper party or parties. We also address issues that arise with the Federal Railroad Administration, the Environmental Protection Agency, and other regulatory bodies concerning accidents and safety compliance. Our lawyers also represent railroads and other transportation clients in defending personal injury claims, including railroad workers' claims pursuant to the Federal Employers Liability Act. Our knowledge and experience with railroads and transportation issues, combined with our in-depth understanding of environmental and regulatory matters, allow us to achieve favorable results.

Lori Warner appointed to the advisory board of Texas Accountants and Lawyers for the Arts (TALA).
Jackson Gilmour & Dobbs, PC is proud to announce that Victor Cardenas has become a Shareholder with the firm.
Kenny Corley named to Texas Rising Stars for 2012.
Jackson Gilmour & Dobbs, PC is proud to announce that Neel Choudhury has joined its Baton Rouge office as an associate.
Texas Super Lawyers selected Bill Jackson to its list of leading environmental litigators for 2011.
Bill Jackson recognized as a leading environmental litigator in Texas by Chambers and Partners' 2011 Chambers USA guide.
Jackson Gilmour & Dobbs, PC, counsel to the State of Louisiana in connection with the natural resource damages arising from the Deepwater Horizon Gulf Oil Spill, is proud to announce the entry of an unprecedented $1 Billion Early Restoration Agreement with responsible parties.
Jackson Gilmour & Dobbs, PC is proud to announce the opening of its Baton Rouge, Louisiana office to better serve our clients in the State of Louisiana and in connection with the Gulf Oil Spill.
Jackson Gilmour & Dobbs, PC received the 2010 Harris County Judiciary’s pro bono award for its work for the Galveston Bay Foundation in connection with the San Jacinto Waste Pits Superfund Site.