Amtrak and the Southeastern Pennsylvania Transportation Authority (SEPTA) are facing a recently filed Amtrak personal injury claim.

The Amtrak personal injury claim comes from a Pennsylvania couple, with the husband alleging he sustained serious injuries from a fall that occurred from an uneven sidewalk in the SEPTA station in Villanova, Pa.

Plaintiff couple James Z. and Maria D. are filing this Amtrak personal injury claim together, alleging that SEPTA and Amtrak failed to regulate the state of their property to ensure that it was a safe environment for their staff and customers.

Because the railroad company failed to do this, the couple claims, an unmaintained sidewalk was allowed to become uneven and remain uncorrected. This allowed for the possibility of someone tripping and sustaining serious injuries in the SEPTA station, the couple says.

According to the Amtrak personal injury claim, James was heading to a platform in the station that was going to Philadelphia on May 17, 2017. During this time, James had reportedly tripped on an uneven sidewalk and sustained serious injuries.

The couple argues that Amtrak and SEPTA are responsible for maintaining a safe environment on each of their premises for customers and staff. This includes the SEPTA station in Villanova, in which the uneven sidewalk could cause injuries to other people, according to the couple’s Amtrak personal injury claim.

Overview of Amtrak Personal Injury Claim Allegations

The Amtrak personal injury claim alleges the fall had caused James to experience a torn rotator cuff on his right shoulder, which required surgical treatment to repair the joint.

James says he also sustained serious injuries to his head, face, mouth, and teeth, which required extensive dental work. Furthermore, James has reportedly experienced severe shock to his nervous system, as well as mental anguish.

The Amtrak personal injury claim further alleges that the full extent of James’ injuries is not yet known, with other underlying injuries that have not yet presented themselves. During all times relevant, James says he has received medical treatment for all his injuries in Pennsylvania and will most likely continue to experience a diminished quality of life.

In situations like the one described in this Amtrak personal injury claim, an individual who sustained physical or psychological harm due to preventable negligence could file for damages. Personal injury law applies to a broad spectrum of situations in which one party suffers damages from an accident or injury, and wishes to file legal action against the other party that may be legally responsible.

It is important to note that personal injury lawsuits are typically resolved through settlement negotiations before the lawsuit is filed, but the case may go forward in the litigation process if the parties do not reach an agreement. Typically personal injury claims are filed if it is determined that there are damages to recover, and if the victim had suffered any physical or psychological distress.

This was allegedly the case with James and Maria. The couple is seeking multiple damages for medical compensation, missing work and wages, and negligence, with their Amtrak personal injury claim seeking over $50,000.

This Amtrak Personal Injury Claim is Case No. 2:18-cv-02246-RK in the U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Pennsylvania.