MBTA Sues CSX Over Canton Train Crash

The Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority (MBTA) has sued CSX Transportation along with a lumber company in connection with the Canton Massachusetts commuter rail crash that occurred on March 26th, 2008. As many as 150 people were reportedly injured as a result of the collision. The suit alleges that CSX failed to set a hand brake or to lock a steel gate separating the lumber yard and the rail tracks. The suit further alleges that CSX failed to secure the car's wheels. While the litigation is clearly in its earliest stage, it would appear evident, based on the early filing of the suit, that the MBTA is in possession of substantial evidence of liability that would support a finding of liability against the named defendants. Those persons injured as a result of the crash should seek independent legal counsel to represent them in connection with their individual personal injury claims, which would not be covered by the MBTA's recent filing.