Ohio Train Derailment

On February 2, 2023, a Norfolk Southern train carrying toxic chemicals derailed in East Palestine, Ohio. As a result of the derailment and a decision by authorities to breach to tank cars to conduct a controlled burn of the chemicals, harmful chemicals including vinyl chloride, hydrogen chloride and phosgene gas were released into the air, onto the ground and into local water sources.

If you were in the vicinity of the derailment and suffered physical harm from exposure to toxic chemicals, or if you own property or conduct business in the area and suffered property damage or financial harm due to the derailment, the subsequent evacuation, or ongoing remediation work, you may be eligible to recover compensation from the parties responsible for your damages. Our team of experienced environmental and personal injury lawyers will fight on your behalf to obtain the compensation and assistance owed to you and your family.