02/24/2026
When a Train Hits a Car, the Consequences Are Devastating
A freight train can weigh millions of pounds and take over a mile to stop. When it collides with a passenger vehicle, the injuries are often catastrophic — or fatal.
Many people assume these crashes are always the driver’s fault. That’s simply not true.
Train vs. car collisions can be caused by:
⚠️ Malfunctioning crossing gates
⚠️ Broken or delayed warning signals
⚠️ Overgrown vegetation blocking visibility
⚠️ Poorly maintained crossings
⚠️ Excessive speed
⚠️ Failure to sound the horn
Railroad companies have teams on the ground immediately after a crash. You should too.
If you or someone you love has been injured in a railroad crossing collision, don’t speak to the railroad’s representatives before speaking to an attorney.
At Braswell Murphy, we handle serious injury and wrongful death cases — and we’re ready to investigate, preserve evidence, and fight for full compensation.
📞 Free consultation
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If this has happened to your family, call us. You don’t have to face it alone.