Many people in Florida travel by bus every day - students on school buses, commuters on public buses, and tourists on private buses or charter buses. Usually, these trips happen without incident.
But sometimes, an accident happens. And when it does, injuries can sometimes be very severe or even fatal. That's because many bus passengers were not wearing seatbelts at the time of their crash. In addition, bus accidents often occur on highways, meaning there are high speeds and sometimes rollovers involved.
Knowing what to do after a serious bus accident can be confusing. Fortunately, you're not alone. A Central Florida bus accident lawyer at the Law Offices of Brent C. Miller, P.A. can help you every step of the way. We know how the legal system works here and have the case results to prove it.
Bus accidents happen for many different reasons. Often, passengers or drivers of other vehicles get hurt due to mistakes made by reckless or negligent bus drivers. Some of the most common reasons include:
Whatever the cause of your bus crash, no matter how complicated or straightforward your accident might seem, contact our law firm. One of our experienced Florida bus accident attorneys can review your case and explain your legal options. We can help you every step of the way.
Who’s liable for my bus accident injury claim?
Like other motor vehicle accidents, the at-fault party is generally the one that’s responsible for compensating you for your injury claim. In legal terms, this is referred to as liability, meaning the at-fault party is legally responsible for paying for your injury-related expenses.
Determining who is at fault for your bus accident might sound simple. But in reality, liability can often be extremely complicated. One reason is that the at-fault party (or their insurance company) will do everything they can to deny responsibility. That way, they don’t have to pay for your injury-related expenses.
This is why you need a Central Florida bus accident attorney on your side who understands the law and who can serve as your legal advocate for your injury claim or lawsuit. When you have an experienced legal team handling your bus accident injury claim, they can gather evidence supporting your case. That way, you can focus on what matters most – your recovery.
Unlike some motor vehicle accident claims, you may be able to seek financial compensation from more than one party if you or a loved one were injured in a bus accident. This is because more than one party may be responsible for causing your crash. Such at-fault parties can cover a wide range, including:
Make sure you carefully explore all your legal options after your bus accident. Schedule a free consultation with a Central Florida bus accident lawyer at our firm right away.
You might think you don't need a lawyer if you're injured in a bus accident. You might think that all you have to do is contact your insurance company, tell them you were in a bus accident and they will take care of everything.
But the reality is bus accidents, like truck accidents, often turn out to be highly complicated. Many injury victims may file accident claims. The driver might deny doing anything wrong. And the bus company or insurance provider might refuse to compensate you for your crash fairly.
Our attorneys know how to handle such stressful situations. We know how to investigate bus accidents. We know how to negotiate for injury victims. And if anyone refuses to cooperate, we're prepared to take them to court. Find out how we can help you after your bus crash. Schedule your free case evaluation at one of our four Central Florida offices.
