Gallagher Sharp LLP

The firm’s railroad attorneys have substantial experience in a wide variety of cases relating to personal injury, wrongful death, occupational injury, property damage, eminent domain, and condemnation issues. We defend railroad companies in FELA and personal injury claims involving traumatic and occupational exposure, such as railroad asbestos, hearing loss, repetitive stress, and carpal tunnel syndrome. We also defend railway companies in grade crossing and trespasser claims concerning train handling, visibility, and federal preemption. Gallagher Sharp’s railroad attorneys are active members of the National Association of Railroad Trial Counsel (NARTC).

Gallagher Sharp believes that there is strength in diversity and inclusion. Our commitment to diversity is reflected in how we recruit, hire, promote, and evaluate personnel. We seek those with diverse backgrounds and perspectives and the qualities and qualifications to serve our clients.

We achieve diversity through multiple initiatives, including:

• Recruitment, retention, and inclusion. Gallagher Sharp not only strives to recruit and hire diverse attorneys and staff but also maintains practices for retention and inclusion.
• Advancement opportunities. Gallagher Sharp has a Diversity Committee that fosters an environment of diversity and inclusion where everyone has an opportunity to advance and excel.
• Education. Gallagher Sharp is developing its workforce by including diversity education and training.
• Community involvement. Gallagher Sharp is active in professional and community organizations and outreach programs that promote and support diversity and inclusion.
• Commitment. Gallagher Sharp has filed an Affirmative Action Plan which has been approved by the State of Ohio.