If you have been involved in a hit and run accident with a bus and you have been injured, there is a high chance the driver will be identified as long as the time and location of the hit and run accident is recorded.
It will be relatively easy to track the bus down based on these two simple facts. Buses stick to strict timetables so that is why they are so often in a hurry and accidents like hit and runs take place.
Once the bus has been located you may be entitled to file a claim for personal injuries from the driver concerned. It can be a lengthy process getting your entitlements so it is a good idea to talk to a personal injury attorney first.
Injuries From a Hit and Run By a Bus
Buses are bigger than many other vehicles on the road so when a hit and run accident takes place serious injuries could be the result, depending on what part of the car was hit. A hit and run is most likely to be a side swipe, when the bus goes far too fast when overtaking, but doesn’t come to a standstill due to the accident.
Sideswipes can rip car doors off and cause serious injuries like:
- lacerations to the face, arms and hands caused by smashed glass;
- shattered limbs from the impact when the car door caved in;
- neck injuries from being thrown all over the place on impact.
All these injuries may lead to a long recovery period but as long as you have the proof that the bus caused the accident your PI compensation will include the cost of your medical treatment and any lost wages while you are recovering.
The Process for Filing a PI Claim Following a Hit and Run
As soon as you are able you should start your PI claim by gathering together all the important evidence that proves the bus injured you in a hit and run. This could include all or any of the following:
- eye witness reports;
- the police report;
- any photos perhaps from surveillance cameras in the area;
- your physician’s medical report;
- evidence of medical treatment you have paid for.
This sort of evidence should be sufficient to support your PI claim. However, you may think you are eligible but the insurer may think differently and deny your claim for one reason or another. That is why you need a PI attorney to guide you through the process.
What a PI Lawyer Can Do For You
A personal injury attorney knows how difficult the insurers can be and will present your case in such a way that he or she should be able to win a satisfactory settlement for you. To have your case looked over by a lawyer who takes personal injury cases in your area, complete the Free Case Evaluation on this page today!
*Disclaimer: The content of this article serves only to provide information and should not be construed as legal advice. If you file a claim against Greyhound, or any other party, you may not be entitled to any compensation.
