Associated Press
LUBBOCK, Texas--An attorney for 26 people involved in an
accident in which a freight train struck a veterans' parade float
says they have settled their lawsuit against Union Pacific
Corp.
Lawyer Kevin Glasheen, who represents the families, said Friday
the settlement is confidential but they "are very satisfied" and
the amount is "sufficient to give them security and comfort in
their lives." Union Pacific didn't immediately return messages.
Four people died and many others were injured in the November
2012 crash in Midland, Texas. An investigation by a federal agency
blamed the accident on city and parade organizers. The plaintiffs
claimed a short warning from the train crossing lights and gates
was the principal cause.
A trial involving 17 plaintiffs not part of the settlement is
set for Jan. 26.
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