Virginia § 56-428 - Railroads liable for damage from fires set out by their engines or trains
Full text of Virginia Code of Virginia § 56-428 — Railroads liable for damage from fires set out by their engines or trains, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 56-428. Railroads liable for damage from fires set out by their engines or trains
Whenever any person sustains damage from fire occasioned by sparks or coals dropped or thrown from the engine or train of any railroad company, such company shall be liable for the damage so sustained, whether such fire originated on the company's right-of-way or not.
Source: official Virginia text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Virginia § 56-428
What does Code of Virginia § 56-428 cover?
Section 56-428 ("Railroads liable for damage from fires set out by their engines or trains") is part of the Code of Virginia, the codified statutory law of Virginia. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
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