New Jersey Bus Accident Lawyer
- Client ReviewsAs more people are utilizing public transportation than in previous decades, there are more buses rolling through the city streets to transport passengers. However, an increase of buses on the roadways means more bus accidents, too.
If you or a loved one has been injured by a bus, contact the New Jersey bus accident lawyers at Lynch Law Firm, PC for help. We have decades of experience defending the rights of our clients and helping them obtain the compensation they need to get their lives back on track.
Our firm charges no upfront fees, and we offer a free consultation. There is no risk to you to talk to our car accident lawyers about your case, because there is no obligation on your part. We have helped our clients obtain millions of dollars in compensation over the years, and we can put that success to work on your case as well.*
Call (800) 518-0508 to schedule a free consultation with a New Jersey bus accident lawyer.
Causes of Bus Accidents
The number of bus accidents has been increasing in recent years, according to the United States Department of Transportation Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration. For example, between 2014 and 2015, bus accidents increased by 11 percent in that single-year span.
Bus accidents are often caused by:
- Fatigued drivers
- Distracted driving
- Speeding
- Tailgating
- Driving under the influence of alcohol or other substances
- Driving aggressively
- Brake failure
- Defective parts
- Improper maintenance
Bus accidents can also happen due to external circumstances, such as bad weather or hazardous road conditions. It is the bus driver’s duty to never put his or her passengers in danger, and to pull over and stop if necessary to keep everyone safe.
One 2012 study discovered that U.S. bus accidents cause more severe injuries and damage under these circumstances:
- The bus driver is younger than 25 or older than 55
- The speed limit is very high (over 65 mph) or very low (under 20 mph)
- The bus is traveling through an intersection
- The driver is driving carelessly or recklessly
Most bus accidents can be avoided, and Lynch Law Firm, PC can investigate your accident and find out exactly why it happened and who was at fault. We can then take care of all the details for you so you can focus on getting well again.
Contact our team of bus accident lawyers in New Jersey today so we can analyze your crash and start working on your claim. Our team has decades of experience and has helped our clients obtain the compensation they deserve for their injuries.
Who Is Liable for a Bus Accident?
The owner or operator of a bus has ultimate liability for a bus accident, whether the owner is a private company, a private organization or a public municipality. Persons and entities that may be liable for your bus crash may include the:
- Bus driver
- Bus owner
- Bus company
- School board (school bus accidents)
- Government (city bus accidents)
- Bus manufacturer
- Parts manufacturer
- Bus maintenance company
There are many types of buses on the roadways, including:
- Public transportation buses
- Private organization or church buses
- School buses
- Tour buses
- Charter buses
Your bus accident lawyer will determine who owned the bus that was involved in your accident and who was at fault in the crash. Your attorney will then fight for your right to compensation for your injuries so you can focus on getting your life back to normal again.
Call (800) 518-0508 to talk to a member of our caring legal team.
Injuries from Bus Accidents
A person who is injured in a bus accident may suffer trauma to various areas of the body, including:
- Head
- Neck
- Skin
- Spine
- Arms
- Legs
- Hands
- Feet
Bus accidents cause injury and death much more often to those in other vehicles than to those inside the bus or to pedestrians, according to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). A recent 10-year study completed by the NHTSA of nationwide bus accidents showed that 147 of the fatalities were people riding in other vehicles, 116 were pedestrians, and just 54 were riding on the bus itself.
Your New Jersey bus accident lawyer can help evaluate your injuries from your bus accident and determine whether you are entitled to compensation to help cover the costs associated with your injuries.
Contact Lynch Law Firm, PC today to schedule your free consultation and find out how we can help you with your case. We charge no upfront fees, and there is no obligation.
Complete our Free Case Evaluation form to have our team review your claim.
Compensation for Bus Accident Injuries
A seasoned New Jersey bus accident lawyer at Lynch Law Firm, PC can review your case and determine whether you are entitled to compensation for your injuries and losses.
You may be entitled to compensation for:
- Medical expenses
- Lost wages
- Physical and occupational therapy
- Physical injuries
- Emotional injury
- Damaged property
- Pain and suffering
We have a medical analyst on our team who has more than three decades of experience analyzing medical records and applying the latest medical literature to our cases, and he can put his insights to work on your claim to help ensure we evaluate your injuries completely. Your bus accident attorney in New Jersey may also hire medical professionals to document your injuries from the accident.
Your lawyer will review the accident report and any bills or medical records you have that were the result of the accident. Our team will also evaluate your lost income due to the crash.
Lynch Law Firm, PC will then compile all of this information and determine a monetary value of your injuries. We will use this value to seek compensation for what you have suffered.
We will handle all communication and negotiations with the insurance provider or at-fault party. We will fight on your behalf for the maximum compensation that is owed to you and nothing less.
Contact our personal injury attorneys today to schedule your free consultation so we can get started on your claim.
Schedule a free consultation with our New Jersey bus accident attorneys
by calling (800) 518-0508 .
Claims Against the Government
New Jersey gives “sovereign immunity” protection to governments and governmental agencies, which protects them from personal injury lawsuits. This means the government cannot be held liable for a personal injury. It covers:
- Towns
- Cities
- Counties
- School districts
- The state
However, there are exceptions to the sovereign immunity rule as provided in the New Jersey Tort Claims Act (NJTCA), Chapter 45 § 59:1-1. This means there are situations where the government can be held liable for a school bus accident, city bus accident or other situation involving a negligent government employee.
If you intend to file a claim against the government, you must notify the appropriate agency within 90 days of the incident. If you miss this deadline, you likely will not be able to file a claim.
Because of this, you should contact our New Jersey bus accident lawyers as soon as possible so we can review the details of your claim and determine whether you have a case. We are familiar with the process for handling these types of cases and will guide you through every step.
Call (800) 518-0508 now to schedule a free consultation with a caring attorney.
Contact a Lawyer Today for Help
If you have been injured in an accident with a bus, contact a caring bus accident lawyer in New Jersey today. Our experienced legal team at Lynch Law Firm, PC can review all of the details of your case and determine what you are owed for your injuries and losses.
Do not wait any longer to seek legal assistance, because the Garden State allows only two years to file a personal injury lawsuit after an accident. Your bus accident attorneys in New Jersey will fight for your right to maximum compensation so you can focus on recovering from your injuries.
Contact us for a free consultation. We charge no upfront fees, and you pay us nothing unless we are able to help you recover compensation. There is no risk to you and no obligation, so schedule your free case review with a New Jersey bus accident attorney today.
Call (800) 518-0508 to get started.
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