How to File a Railroad Injuries Claim If you've suffered an injury on the job while working for a railroad company, then you might be eligible for compensation under the Federal Employers Liability Act (FELA). While it's not as comprehensive as the typical Illinois workers' compensation laws, FELA protects railroad workers and can offer more than state workers' compensation benefits. Damages in a FELA case can include future and past medical expenses including lost wages, pain and sufferin...