If you have been involved in a car accident that included a First Transit Bus, or any other transport company, you have most likely suffered serious damages, including severe physical injuries and property damages to your vehicle. These accidents can be very serious in nature and have long-lasting impacts.
To recover losses incurred through such crashes you should consider filing a personal injury claim.
Consult with a personal injury lawyer in order to properly proceed with your claim.
Determing Who is At Fault in A Commercial Bus Accident
If you have suffered serious injuries because of an accident with a bus, you should schedule a case consultation immediately with a personal injury attorney who is experienced in bus accident law.
Your legal representation will ensure a thorough investigation is conducted, determining what caused the crash and how it could have been avoided. Often, acts of negligence are revealed by such investigations.
The crash investigation will prove who was at fault for the crash and therefore, liable for any damages you suffered.
Depending on the state where the crash occurred, you might be able to get compensation even if you had a role in the crash. Comparative negligence lets settlements be based on the percentage of responsibility a party has for the crash.
So if you are half to blame and the other party is half to blame, you could still be awarded half of the value of your settlement based on the bus company's liability for the crash.
Negligent Acts That Might Cause Bus Crashes
While drivers may be trained to be aware of these types of scenarios and how to avoid them, accidents can still happen, people can still get hurt, and someone may be negligent after an accident. This can happen in many different scenarios, including:
- Inattentiveness - Distracted driving, such as texting or reading a map takes the attention off the road and can cause accidents.
- Reckless Driving - Reckless driving might involve running traffic signals, speeding, or failure to follow traffic laws.
- Drunk Driving - Driving while under the influence of drugs, including prescription drugs, or alcohol often causes accidents.
- Mechanical Problems - Failing to properly maintain the vehicle or operating a vehicle with faulty parts can be the source of a major accident waiting to happen.
Consult with a personal injury lawyer to determine if any of these negligent acts on behalf of the driver contributed to your car accident.
If so, you might be able to seek compensation through a personal injury claim.
Collisions Involving Buses
If you suffered injuries from a crash with a bus, you are most likely suffering financially as well because of medical expenses and lost wages that have resulted. You should pursue a personal injury claim to recover your damages.
Dealing with an insurance company is a challenge, so get experienced legal representation that will aggressively pursue your claim. Call to schedule your free initial case consultation with a personal injury lawyer today.
*The content of this article serves only to provide information and should not be construed as legal advice. If you file a claim against First Transit, or any other party, you may not be entitled to any compensation.
