Union Pacific Railroad Company Missouri Cases

JWSTL, LLC appealed a judgment entered after a bench trial concerning quiet title to railroad crossings and an injunction against Union Pacific Railroad Company. The appellate court addressed Union Pacific's motion to dismiss for lack of appellate jurisdiction, arguing JWSTL's notice of appeal was untimely. The court determined the June 2019 judgment was final and appealable, and JWSTL's notice of appeal was filed well past the deadline. Consequently, the appellate court dismissed the appeal for lack of jurisdiction.

Steven D. Ackman sued Union Pacific Railroad Company under the Federal Employers' Liability Act (FELA) for cumulative back injuries allegedly sustained during his employment. The trial court granted summary judgment in favor of Union Pacific, concluding Ackman failed to present sufficient evidence of medical causation. The appellate court affirmed, holding that expert testimony is required to establish causation for cumulative injuries under FELA, and Ackman's medical records and affidavit were insufficient to create a genuine issue of material fact.