According to the U.S. Bureau of Transportation, an average of 54,231 annual bus accidents occurred from 2000-2006. Bus accidents can be defined either as an accident between a bus and a pedestrian or a bus and a motor vehicle; bus accidents may also occur between a bus and a non-moving object primarily endangering, injuring or mortally wounding passengers on board. If you’ve been in a bus accident, or you have lost a loved one due to the negligence of a bus driver, the bus manufacturer or common carrier company may be liable for your injuries or loss.
Busses operate under a unique set of operational guidelines. In the event of a bus accident, fault may lie with bus insurers, bus drivers, bus owners or other parties. Gross & Telisman is able to offer knowledge and expertise dealing with bus accidents under Florida law. If you suffered injuries or personal loss due to a bus accident that occurred within the past four years, we may be able to seek compensation for your pain and suffering as well as resulting expenses such as medical costs, property damage and related fees. To discuss the specific details of your bus accident, please contact us for a complimentary, personal conversation. We will apply our combined experience and resources as we seek to identify wrongful or negligent parties and hold them accountable for their acts or omissions in a court of law.