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Try CasePortal for FreeJ. Land partially rules in favor of the employer in the employee's action alleging retaliation in violation of the Federal Railroad Safety Act. The employee claimed he was suspended and fired for reporting on-the-job injuries, filing personal injury claims under the Federal Employer's Liability Act, reporting locomotive issues and complying with the hours-of-service law which resulted in delays. The employer's motion for summary judgment is granted as to the claim arising after the employee reported work-related injuries. The employee failed to show that the injury reports contributed to the unfavorable personnel actions. However, the employer's motion is denied as to the claims based on reporting locomotive problems and complying with hours-of-service requirements. The employee presented evidence which could contradict the employer's stated reason for his removal from service and termination.