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General discussion about working in the railroad industry. Industry employers are welcome to post openings here.

Moderator: thebigc

 #1589908  by BitterOldRRExec
 
photobug56 wrote: Mon Dec 20, 2021 1:24 am But isn't Amtrak mostly unionized? Why would its unions tolerate a lack of protection from workplace injuries?
I think you are misunderstanding. There IS protection from workplace injuries. It is just through FELA instead of workers comp.

Here is a random google hit about it with more info: https://www.alllaw.com/personal-injury/ ... ly%20apply.