State Interest Rate Applies to Worker's FELA Award

A divided Minnesota Supreme Court ruled that the state’s post-judgment interest rate applies to a railway worker’s award on his claim under the Federal Employers Liability Act. Case: Alby v. BNSF Railway Co., No. A17-1242, 10/30/2019, published. Facts and procedural history: James Alby worked for the BNSF Railway Co. for 20 years as a conductor and engineer. He filed suit against BNSF under the Federal Employers Liability Act, asserting he had suffered cumulative trauma injury to his back. A jury found in favor of Alby and awarded damages. The trial judge ordered that ...