[11-23-2022] San Mateo County, CA – One Person Fatally Struck by Caltrain Near Burlingame Station

A person was struck and killed by a train in San Mateo on Wednesday night, November 23, 2022.

The fatal crash reportedly transpired around 7:32 p.m. south of Burlingame Station.

According to authorities, the victim was trespassing on the tracks when he was fatally struck by northbound train #415.

Forty passengers were riding the train at the time of the collision, but no one was injured.

Officials stated that one of the tracks was reopened at a slower speed.

Investigations to determine the crash are still ongoing.

Fatal Train Accident Statistics

According to the National Transportation Safety Board, pedestrians die in train accidents more often than in collisions with cars. Faulty warning systems, outdated or absent safety features, and dangerous crossings cause most fatal train accidents.

About every two hours, a train strikes a person or a vehicle. Each year, more than a thousand people are killed in train accidents. There were over 2,300 injuries and 600 fatalities as a result.

Trains are the most effective form of transportation. The skills of the conductors and how frequently repairs are made are elements that affect employee and passenger safety. Passengers are at risk due to their negligence or poor shortcuts.

Over 7,200 people have died in US train accidents since 1997. Trains colliding with pedestrians on American railroads are now the leading cause of fatalities, outpacing all other factors.

Derailments, worn-out tracks, disregard for safety regulations, lax security, and other forms of negligence are typically to blame for train accidents.

Trusted Train Accident  Lawyers in San Mateo

Most people have taken the subway or another type of public transportation at some point. Accidents still occur despite being a reasonably safe and effective transportation method.

The risk of injury or death in a train accident is lower than for many other modes of transportation, but it is still present. You may be eligible for compensation when a train accident causes you or a loved one injuries.

Count on our legal team to contact your insurance company to ensure your accident-related expenses, such as lost wages, medical care, and pain and suffering, are covered.

Our train accident lawyers in San Mateo have considerable experience fighting for the legal rights of those injured in train accidents. Our goal is to ensure that you can focus on your recovery while we pursue the compensation you deserve.

Contact us at (888) 488-1391 or fill out our “Do I Have A Case?” form online to schedule a free legal consultation.