Gallagher v. BNSF Railway Co.

OPINION

CLEARY, Judge.

Appellant Sean Gallagher sustained personal injuries while coupling railroad cars for his employer, respondent BNSF Railway Company. He commenced this action, alleging that his injuries resulted from respondent’s violation of the Safety Appliance Act (SAA) and negligence under the Federal Employers’ Liability Act (FELA). The district court granted summary judgment for respondent, and appellant challenges that decision, asserting that genuine issues of material fact exist as to both claims. We reverse and remand.

*88FACTS

This case involves the mechanisms used to couple…