Bus Accident Lawyer With a Wealth of Experience in Public Transportation Cases

If you’re a bus passenger, or the loved one of a victim, in a wreck involving a public transportation vehicle, you need an experienced attorney by your side. Because many buses are owned and operated by private entities, such as corporations that charge ticket fees for rides on their vehicles, it can be difficult to determine who is responsible for your accident. A New York City Bus accident lawyer with a wealth of experience in public transportation cases in these cases can examine all of your potential legal options and identify the liable parties.

If the bus driver was at fault for the crash, you can pursue compensatory damages from the individual and/or the company they work for. This includes companies that hire unqualified or risky drivers, as well as those that fail to keep their buses in safe condition. In addition, if the crash was caused by road conditions or defective traffic signals, government entities that are responsible for maintaining those areas may also be held liable.

Our firm understands how catastrophic and life-changing a bus crash can be, and we are committed to helping victims recover the full amount of damages they deserve. We are also familiar with the strategies that insurance companies use to deny, undervalue, or delay settlements. When these tactics are employed by the insurer of a negligent bus operator, we can take swift action to protect your interests and help you achieve fair compensation.

Detailed documentation is critical to any personal injury claim. In a bus accident case, this could include jotting down notes at the scene of the crash, taking photos of the damaged property, and collecting identifying information from witnesses. We also recommend keeping records of medical bills, invoices for any other expenses related to the accident, and copies of your paystubs or tax returns if you’ve suffered lost wages due to the crash.

Another essential piece of evidence in a bus accident case is the actual bus footage, which should be available on most buses. Often, this footage shows the collision and may prove key in establishing driver negligence. It can also be helpful in determining the extent of your injuries and the overall impact of the accident on your quality of life.

Many cities and municipalities have municipal buses, which are operated by the city or municipality. Although these governments typically have sovereign immunity from civil claims, our New York City bus accident lawyers have a history of success suing municipal entities and winning substantial settlements for clients.

When pursuing a claim against a city or other governmental entity, it’s important to preserve evidence that supports your claim. We can send a “spoliation of evidence” letter to the responsible party, asking that they preserve all pertinent evidence, including the actual bus and its parts, as well as driver records and maintenance logs. Sadly, many vital pieces of evidence are destroyed or lost in the hours after a crash. Our law firm can prevent this from happening by immediately sending a spoliation of evidence letter.