Nacogdoches, TX — June 9, 2025, Robert Gardner was killed as the result of a railroad accident at around 3:28 p.m. along South Fredonia, Street.
According to initial details about the accident, it happened at a crossing in the area of Fredonia.
Authorities say that 43-year-old Robert Gardner of Lufkin was working for Union Pacific at the time. Gardner was apparently on foot and struck by a train. Due to this, reports say Robert Gardner was killed. There did not appear to be anyone else hurt in the accident.
At this time, investigations are ongoing.
Commentary by Attorney Michael Grossman
Getting the facts after an accident like this creates enough of a challenge on its own. What people don’t often realize, however, is that Texas in particular has uniquely complex work fatality laws. Since workers’ compensation is not mandatory in the state of Texas, the process through which families can seek a resolution may vary widely—and a resolution isn’t always guaranteed.
That’s why it’s crucial not just to focus on what happened in the accident itself but also what may come next for the family. It takes a lot of evidence, legal tools, and strategy to navigate the legal maze that is Texas work fatality law. The sooner steps are taken to prepare for that process, the better.
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