David E. Benz, counsel in Thompson Hine's Transportation practice group. The article below provides a brief overview of some legal and commercial implications of having a freight rail line on your property. The views expressed are the author's own. Track Ownership Track Usage Agreements Preemption Rail Operations by Your Business Track Crossings Conclusion David E. Benz, counsel in Thompson Hine's Transportation practice group. Thompson Hine Thompson Hine The article below provides a brief overview of some legal and commercial implications of having a freight rail line on your property. The views expressed are the author's own. Track Ownership Track Usage 49 U.S.C. § 11101 49 U.S.C. § 10901 49 U.S.C. § 10906 Agreements Preemption Rail Operations by Your Business Track Crossings Conclusion
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