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.
This article is about Fairlea, West Virginia. For the former women's prison, see HM Prison Fairlea. Fairlea is a census-designated place (CDP) in Greenbrier County, West Virginia, United States. The population was 1,706 at the 2000 census. Fairlea is the location of the annual West Virginia State Fair, held in August.