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.
Shongaloo is a village in Webster Parish, Louisiana, United States. The population was 162 at the 2000 census. It is part of the Minden Micropolitan Statistical Area. West of Shongaloo on Louisiana Highway 2 is Munn Hill, a homestead of Dale and Rebecca Munn, established on July 26, 1900. Three Christian crosses are displayed on the top of the hill. Shongaloo has a civic center for town council meetings as well as general usage. There is an adjacent museum with a restored log cabin.