NYC Bus Accident Lawyer
Injured? Get the Help You Need from an Experienced New York Bus Accident Lawyer
New York City Bus Accident Cases Team Lead
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Bus accidents frequently result in serious injuries. If you were seriously injured in a New York City bus accident, you will want to talk to an experienced lawyer about your legal rights. You may be entitled to financial compensation for your medical expenses and other losses, and an experienced NYC bus accident lawyer will be able to help you fight for the full compensation you deserve.
We Fight for Bus Accident Victims Across New York City
We fight for bus accident victims across New York City. Each of our New York bus accident attorneys relies on extensive experience handling personal injury claims to help injured bus passengers and other accident victims seek just compensation for their losses. Whether you have a claim against the New York City Transit Authority, a private bus company, or any other private company or government entity, we are prepared to fight for maximum compensation on your behalf.
Many of the cases we handle involve catastrophic injuries sustained due to distracted driving and other forms of driver negligence. The financial and non-financial costs associated with these injuries can be substantial, and this makes it critical to work with an experienced attorney to seek the maximum compensation available. Our personal injury attorneys can help you understand how much you deserve to recover; and, if you decide to take legal action, we will handle your case at no out-of-pocket cost to you.
We Handle All Types of Bus Accident Cases
Our NYC bus accident attorneys handle all types of bus accident cases throughout the city. We also represent New York City residents who have been injured in bus accidents while traveling across the river or to other areas. This includes (but is not limited to):
- Accidents involving charter buses
- Accidents involving tour buses
- Accidents involving party buses and other private rentals
- Accidents involving private bus lines (i.e., Coach USA and Greyhound)
- Metropolitan Transportation Authority (MTA) bus accidents
- New York City school bus accidents (public and private)
- New York City Transit bus accidents
If you have questions about your legal rights after any type of bus accident, we strongly encourage you to contact us right away. Whether you were injured while riding a bus or you were involved in a bus accident while driving or riding in any other vehicle, our attorneys can work quickly to preserve as much evidence as possible and seek a fair settlement on your behalf. In this scenario, acting promptly can make all the difference, so we recommend that you do not wait any longer than necessary to schedule a free consultation.
What You Need to Know After a New York City Bus Crash
If you were injured in an accident that was caused by a bus driver’s negligence behind the wheel, there is a lot you need to know. Here are five critical facts to help you start to understand your situation:
1. All Bus Accident Victims Have Clear Legal Rights Under New York Law
The first thing you need to know is that, as a bus accident victim, you have clear legal rights under New York law. This is true whether you were riding the bus or you were in a passenger vehicle at the time of the collision. For example, you have the right to find out why the accident happened; and, if the accident was due to someone else’s negligence (i.e., the bus driver’s negligence), you are entitled to seek compensation for your accident-related losses.
2. Both Public and Private Bus Operators Can (and Should) Be Held Accountable
Under New York Law, both public and private bus operators can be held accountable for accidents caused by their drivers’ negligence behind the wheel. Bus operators can also be held liable for accidents caused by poor maintenance and other safety failures. If you were injured in a bus accident, finding out why the accident happened will be a key first step toward determining if you have grounds to take legal action.
3. Public Bus Accident Claims Against Government Entities Present Unique Challenges
Claims against government entities, including school districts, present unique challenges. Special rules (including special deadlines) apply in these cases. With this in mind, if you think you may have a claim related to an MTA, New York City Transit, or public school bus accident, it will be important for you to have an attorney with relevant experience on your side.
4. Bus Accident Victims Are Entitled to Just Compensation for Their Financial and Non-Financial Losses
From back injuries to traumatic brain injuries, bus accident victims who suffer all forms of trauma are entitled to just compensation for their financial and non-financial losses. This includes their medical bills, lost wages, emotional distress, and pain and suffering. When you hire an experienced personal injury attorney to represent you, your attorney will help ensure that you are seeking the full compensation you deserve.
5. It Is Important that You Take Action Promptly
To help give yourself the best chance to recover compensation for your injuries, it is important that you take action promptly. Your attorney will need to gather critical evidence at the accident scene, and it will be important for you to get the medical attention you need as soon as possible. Not only is this important for mitigating your risk of long-term (or permanent) complications, but it is also important for maximizing your chances of a full financial recovery.
How Our Legal Team Can Help
Do you have a bus accident claim in New York City? If so, here are just some of the ways our experienced legal team can help you:
- We will promptly conduct a comprehensive investigation focused on gathering critical evidence before it disappears.
- We will evaluate all potential grounds for seeking financial compensation—from failure to provide proper training to exceeding the speed limit, and from driving while distracted to failing to conduct necessary maintenance.
- Based on the evidence we uncover, we will use our experience to fight to hold all negligent parties duly accountable.
- Once we know what claim (or claims) you can file, then we will shift our focus to calculating the financial and non-financial damages you are entitled to recover.
- Finally, we will negotiate for a settlement on your behalf; and, if a fair settlement isn’t on the table, we will pursue bus accident litigation in court.
But, before we can take these steps, we need you to get in touch. To schedule a free initial consultation with one of our experienced bus accident lawyers as soon as possible, contact us today.
FAQs: Filing an Injury Claim After a Bush Crash in New York City
How Do I File a Claim for an Accident Caused By a Negligent Bus Driver in NYC?
The steps you need to take to file a claim for a bus accident in New York City depend on the company or government entity that operates the bus. Due to the complexity of these cases—and the importance of seeking the full compensation you deserve, we strongly recommend contacting an experienced NYC bus accident lawyer right away.
Can Other Drivers Be Held Liable for Causing Bus Accidents in NYC?
Along with bus drivers, other drivers can be held liable for causing bus accidents as well. For example, if another driver ran a red light or rear-ended a bus on which you are riding, you could have a claim against that driver’s insurance company.
You can seek compensation from the New York City Transit Authority after a bus accident if a Transit bus driver was at fault in the collision. Determining fault in a bus accident requires a prompt and thorough investigation—and this is another reason why it is important to hire an experienced New York bus accident lawyer as soon after your accident as possible.
Do I Need to Have a Serious Injury to File a Bus Accident Claim?
While you can technically file a claim for any type of injury after a bus accident, practically speaking, filing a claim needs to be worth it. If you only suffered minor scrapes and bruises, taking legal action may not be worth it. On the other hand, the costs of treatment for all types of injuries can add up quickly; and, if you need to miss time from work this can add to your accident-related losses as well. With this in mind, if you needed to seek treatment as a result of your bus accident, it will be worth talking to a New York bus accident lawyer about your legal rights.
Do I Need to Hire a Lawyer to File a Bus Accident Claim?
While not required, hiring a lawyer to file your bus accident claim is strongly recommended for all of the reasons we discussed above. Again, hiring a lawyer costs nothing out-of-pocket in this scenario. If your claim is successful, your legal fees and costs will be deducted from your settlement or verdict.
Contact the NYC Bus Accident Attorneys at Oberheiden Law Group Today
Do you need to know more about filing a bus accident claim in New York City? If so, contact us today. Call 866-781-9539 or tell us how we can reach you online to schedule a free consultation with an NYC bus accident lawyer at Oberheiden Law Group.
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