Bus Accidents
Lancaster-area Bus Accident Attorneys – Our Lawyers Proudly Serve Palmdale and Santa Clarita
At the R. Rex Parris Law Firm, our bus accident lawyers are committed to helping individuals who have been needlessly injured in public transportation accidents. Transportation companies have an obligation to provide passengers with safe and properly maintained buses, and bus drivers have a duty to exercise care and attention when ferrying passengers on their routes. If a bus driver acts recklessly or is improperly trained, or if a bus accident occurs because the vehicle was unsafe or insufficiently well-maintained, the bus driver or transportation company can be held liable. If you or a loved one has been injured in a bus accident, contact our Lancaster bus accident attorneys today. Our lawyers serving Palmdale and Santa Clarita can help ensure that your rights are protected.
Bus Accident Lawsuits
If you or a loved one has been involved in a bus accident as a passenger, pedestrian, or motorist, our bus accident attorneys can help. Riding on a bus or being in the vicinity of a moving bus can have disastrous consequences when things go wrong. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration reports that in 2005 there were 11,000 people injured in bus accidents in the United States, and 58 were fatally wounded. These statistics only represent bus occupants, however; the deaths of pedestrians and other motorists are not taken into account. If you have suffered an injury in a bus accident, you may be eligible to file a personal injury claim for financial compensation. If a loved one has suffered a catastrophic injury or been killed, our Lancaster bus accident lawyers serving Palmdale, Santa Clarita, and Victorville can help your family file a personal injury or wrongful death claim to hold the liable parties accountable for their actions. You may be eligible to obtain compensation for medical costs (including future medical costs), loss of wages, and pain and suffering.
Who can be held liable?
The size and weight of buses means that they are far less maneuverable than a standard passenger vehicle and are capable of causing far more damage in an accident. Because of this danger, transportation companies have a duty to take appropriate measures to protect the public. Buses must be properly maintained, and bus drivers must receive thorough training and be held to a higher standard than the average motorist. Depending on the circumstances, it may be possible to hold the following parties liable in the event of a bus accident:
- Transportation company
- Bus owner
- Bus driver
- Local government
- Bus manufacturer
- Bus component manufacturer
Schedule a free consultation with our personal injury lawyers today if you have been in a bus accident. We can review your case and provide informed legal counsel on the best way to pursue your claim.
Common Causes of Bus Accidents
If you have been injured in a bus accident through no fault of your own, we have the skills and experience needed to obtain just compensation for your suffering. Bus accident cases typically involve unique circumstances, and it is important that you seek legal counsel from a qualified attorney well-versed in cases involving bus and truck accidents. Our Lancaster bus accident attorneys serving Palmdale, Santa Clarita, Apple Valley, and all of Southern California will dedicate themselves to your cause. Any of the following common causes of bus accidents may be a valid reason to file a claim:
- The bus driver was driving recklessly or speeding.
- The bus driver was driving too fast for the conditions.
- The bus driver was driving while intoxicated or while fatigued.
- The driver lacked thorough training.
- The vehicle was improperly maintained.
- Automotive defects (such as tires or brakes, for example) were present.
- Dangerous road conditions caused the bus driver to lose control.
Contact Our Bus Accident Lawyers Serving Antelope Valley, Los Angeles County, and Beyond
To learn more about how we can help, take a look at our motor vehicle accident FAQ page or look through our verdicts and settlements. To schedule a free consultation in the Lancaster area, contact our bus accident attorneys today. Our lawyers, serving Palmdale, Santa Clarita, Victorville, Antelope Valley, and beyond, are eager to provide assistance.