Tucson, AZ – James Morgan Killed in Work Accident on Railway at Vail

Tucson, AZ (February 2, 2021) – A Union Pacific worker has died after a train accident on the job near Tucson.

Per a statement released by company spokesman Tim McMahan, James Morgan, who worked on engineering matters as a systems laborer, was fatally hurt on Sunday in Vail. McMahan gave no further details, but the National Transportation Safety Board said in a tweet that Morgan was struck by a rail tamper. Authorities say that a rail tamper is a machine used to pack the ballast that forms the trackbed under railway tracks.

According to officers on the scene, the NTSB is investigating the accident. However, reports note that investigators do not have plans at this time to travel to the scene.

We would like to offer our condolences to the family of James Morgan.

Fatal Train Accidents in Arizona 

When accidents involving trains occur, catastrophic and even fatal consequences befall victims. When a victim has been killed as a result of a serious accident, whether they’ve been struck by a train or had a separate railway accident, families should safeguard their legal rights with the help of a wrongful death attorney in Arizona. Hundreds of lives are lost each year to these tragic accidents, and many more people are injured due to the nature of these serious accidents.

Those who have lost loved ones due to the negligence of others, from train companies to engineers and beyond, may have to deal with insurance companies, financial difficulties, and emotional trauma. And when it comes to these catastrophic crashes, victims and their families may struggle to find peace in the aftermath.

Thankfully, those who have suffered as a result of these train accidents can seek help from a skilled attorney to cope.

At ELG, our experienced Arizona accident attorneys have advocated for many victims involved in accidents. As you face a wide variety of damages and seek your fair compensation after a crash, you may have questions about safeguarding your legal rights. When we represent a client and an adverse insurance company asks us to allow for a recorded statement from our client, 99% of the time the answer is a definitive no! Our recommendation is to tell them you will seek out counsel first, then call us at ELG.

We will gladly review the facts of your case and tailor our advice to match the specific needs of your case. Plus, every consultation at ELG is free and there is no obligation to retain us. We don’t corners or use intake specialists to meet with potential clients. We guarantee your consultation will be with one of our experienced injury attorneys that only handle accident matters, so you can feel confident and assured that we will answer all your questions.

Please reach out to our experienced attorneys for the help you deserve at (623) 877-3600 or https://www.ELGphx.com/contact. We are here to help you and your family in your time of need.

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Disclaimer: As members of the local Phoenix and broader Arizona community, we hope everyone in our community is safe and protected. We cover the events included in this blog as a way to offer support to the victims in similar circumstances and to provide relief during these difficult times. However, this information should not be misconstrued as legal advice, and you should speak with a trained legal professional for more information regarding your situation.