Bus Accident Attorneys FAQ

How are bus accident lawsuits different to other auto accidents?

Bus accidents typically have a large number of victims and can have several responsible parties, including government entities. Lawsuits involving government entities are subject to stricter rules and time limits than lawsuits against individuals and businesses.

Who can sue for bus accidents?

Bus accidents can have multiple victims including:

Bus passengers
Drivers and passengers of other vehicles
Pedestrians and by-standers
Bus drivers

Who can be held responsible for bus accidents?

In a bus accident lawsuit you may be up against individuals, corporations, insurance companies, and government entities. Who can be held responsible often depends on the type of bus involved in the accident. Responsible parties may include:

Bus drivers
Other drivers
Bus companies
School districts
Local governments
Mass transit systems
City, county, and state agencies responsible for maintaining roads

What are the different types of buses?

There are many types of buses, some privately owned and some which are owned by government entities. Common types of buses include:

Buses used for public transportation in cities
Buses used for interstate travel
School buses
Chartered buses

Why do bus accidents happen?

Poor safety is often the root cause of bus accidents. Common contributing factors include:

Poor driver screening and monitoring
Inexperienced drivers
Inadequate bus maintenance
Excessive speed
Unrealistic schedules
Hazardous weather
Driver negligence
Intoxicated drivers
Blind spots
Defective roadways

Are school buses safe for my child to ride?

School bus accidents are tragic and usually receive a lot of media attention, so they may appear to be more common than they truly are. The school bus is still the safest way for your child to get to school. Even so, thousands of children are injured in school bus accidents each year. About 70% of people killed in school bus accidents are occupants of other vehicles. Of the children who are killed in school bus accidents, about 80% are injured while boarding and exiting the bus.

How much danger do buses pose to innocent bystanders?

Pedestrian and bystanders are the most likely to be injured or killed by buses. Poor visibility, distractions, and blind spots put pedestrians at an elevated risk of being run over.

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