Orlando Bus
Accident Lawyers
Public and private transportation are safe modes of travel. That said, at least one serious bus accident takes place in Florida every week. According to attorneys, such incidents result in injuries to drivers, passengers, and pedestrians. Our Orlando Bus Accident Lawyer has dealt with severe cases, including those involving fatalities.
Orlando Bus Accident Lawyer
The number of bus incidents in Orlando remains high despite measures taken by authorities to promote safety. Our attorney in Orlando has repeatedly taken on cases involving injuries to passengers, drivers, and bystanders. In addition to the transportation company, interested parties involved in the proceedings can include traffic police officers, experts, and insurance companies. The specialized skills of our Orlando Bus Accident Attorney help ensure that victims receive compensation from the at-fault party and the insurance company, including during pre-trial proceedings (if the insurance certificate of the involved party is available). Our Orlando Attorney will be your valuable ally in resolving disputes with interested parties.
How common are bus accidents?
The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration reports that the number of fatal Orlando bus accidents has decreased by about 8% over the last 10 years. The number of fatal bus crashes among all recorded crashes is distributed as follows:
- Intercity transportation – 13%;
- School buses – 41%;
- Transit buses – 34%.
What to do after a bus accident
Each bus accident has unique characteristics. Our Bus Accident Lawyer recommends the following procedure if you are involved in a incident in Orlando.
- Call 911 and report the incident, stating the exact location. Be sure to state whether the victims need assistance.
- Document all details about the incident. Take video and photographs of the scene. Write down details about the witnesses and participants.
- Call your Attorney for a free consultation on how to proceed.
Remember that transportation companies have experienced lawyers who know how to confront the problem. This is especially true if the driver is directly or indirectly at fault. Your own attorney can study the incident in detail and help you make your case for the circumstances that led to it.
Orlando bus accident FAQs
Our accident lawyer recommends that you read the following questions and answers if you are a driver, passenger, or bystander who unwittingly witnessed or was injured in a bus incident. If you don’t find an answer to your question or want more information about your problem, contact our Lawyer for a free consultation.
When is a vehicle classified as a bus?
According to general standards, the “bus” category is assigned to vehicles carrying more than 7 passengers. A bus, in turn, may have the status of “intercity,” “transit,” “public,” or “for the transportation of children and adolescents.” All vehicles classified as “buses” must have a special identification sign, as stipulated in the general rules of the road.
How are bus accidents different from car accidents?
Almost all attorneys will tell you that the greatest number of people injured in car crash were injured using public transportation, specifically buses. The nature of the injuries sustained indicates that some vehicles were not equipped with safety systems that could have lowered the number of serious injury victims. Unlike cars, buses do not have seat belts, which increases the risk of serious injury.
In addition, as our lawyer’s practice shows, transportation companies must have enhanced and expensive insurance for bus drivers because of the high degree of liability associated with passenger transportation.
Why contact a lawyer after an Orlando incident?
In most cases, those involved in an incident cannot resolve all of the issues related to the aftermath of that bus incident on their own. By contacting a Attorney, you can get help in dealing with issues related to a car incedent. Such issues include:
- Conducting an expert evaluation to determine the driver’s degree of culpability using a modified guilty plea.
- Examining the circumstances of the incident when police officers discovered that the driver was under the influence of alcohol or drugs.
- Receiving assistance from lawyers with medical bills, rehabilitation, and treatment of victims.
- Receiving assistance for relatives of bus crash victims who died in the accident or within 4 years after the accident.
- Receiving assistance from the lawyer in obtaining benefits due in the event of loss of work.
In addition, a professional attorney interacts with police officers, medical examiners, insurance companies, and state and federal agencies.
How much can I recover financially after an accident?
The amount of compensation you can receive will depend on the circumstances of the case and the court’s decision. Our Orlando Bus Accident Lawyer will not charge you upfront until the case is resolved in your favor. In addition, the fee will depend on the amount of compensation won in court or in a pre-trial claim against the insurance company. The initial consultation will be free of charge for the client.
Do I need to see a doctor?
Yes, you should see a doctor even if you are not seriously injured. If you experience health complications related to the incident within the claim period, i.e., within 4 years, you can file a lawsuit. The deadline to see a doctor is no later than 14 days from the date of the accident. In addition, you can receive compensation for medical bills, including those related to work loss, pain, and rehabilitation.
Schedule a free consultation
If you have been involved in a car accident, whether as a passenger or a driver, you need assistance. A professional lawyer will tell you what to do next. Call our lawyer and receive a free initial consultation about the actions you should take following the accident.
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