Collisions involving school buses were responsible for more than 100 traffic fatalities in 2019. Because of its sheer size, a bus can cause immense devastation when it collides with a passenger vehicle. In addition to school buses, this is true for city buses, charter buses, and shuttle buses. Fortunately, if you were seriously hurt in a bus accident, you may be entitled to compensation. Whether you were traveling in the bus, driving your own car, or crossing the street at the … [Read more...]
Who Can Be Held Liable for a Bus Accident?
After most car accidents, the insurance company of the at-fault motorist would cover the medical bills, lost wages, and property repairs incurred by the other parties involved, up to the policy limits. But after a bus accident, it’s common for someone other than a driver to be held liable for damages. If you’ve been injured in a collision involving a bus, you might have grounds for a claim against: The bus driver’s employer; The bus driver; The company that was hired to maintain the … [Read more...]
6 Qualities to Look for in a Slip and Fall Attorney
A slip and fall can result in devastating injuries that take weeks or even months to heal. Some victims never make a full recovery. It’s not easy to stay positive when you’re dealing with the physical, emotional, and financial impacts of such a traumatic event, but if another person’s negligence was the cause of your fall, you may be entitled to compensation for medical bills, lost income, pain and suffering, and other damages. The path to a fair settlement is riddled with legal hurdles that … [Read more...]