Train accidents often occur because of human error, problems with the track, equipment, and/or signal. Oftentimes many people are injured because of train accidents. There are many factors that lead to a railroad accident and there are many people who may be liable. It is the responsibility of the railroad company to maintain the tracks and the train. But truck and car drivers are responsible if they do not follow laws that are intended to protect against accidents. People who are injured in train accidents may be compensated for their injury, lost income, and pain and suffering.
Frankfort is an affluent village in Will and Cook Counties, Illinois, United States. The population was 10,391 at the 2000 census. The population according to Forbes. com was 16,928 in 2006. Also, according to Forbes. com, the village ranks as the 36th fastest growing suburb in the United States. In addition to the current population growth, the Northeastern Illinois Planning Commission has forecast the population to reach 55,797 in 2030.