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Train collisions usually result in serious injury or death to motorists and pedestrians, often resulting in litigation. Yet the railroad industry presents complexities not known to the average person, making it difficult for an attorney to prepare a successful case. Even experienced accident reconstructionists are usually unfamiliar with the operation of railroads and trains. Yet the ability to reconstruct train collisions is often vital to successful railroad litigation. This groundbreaking reference is the first of its kind. It explains how the railroads operate, the design and operation of trains, how to calculate train speed and stopping distance, the investigation and reconstruction of train accidents, and how to successfully conduct railroad litigation. This text is for both the novice and experienced litigator and reconstructionist. It contains information and formulas that can be found nowhere else and will assist you from initial investigation to final verdict. Book, books, expert, Book, expert railroad crossing safety