Beverly Hills Bus Accident Attorney
Have You Been Injured in a Bus Accident?
Whether you’re on a school bus, local bus, or an intercity bus like Greyhound or Megabus, you have a right to expect a safe commute. Conversely, the bus driver is responsible for ensuring that you and all passengers arrive at your destination free of harm. However, that’s not always the case. Large buses are commonly involved in accidents throughout Beverly Hills, leaving passengers as well as other commuters to treat and recover from the resulting injuries.
California law provides all accident victims with the right to pursue compensation for their damages from the liable party. While it is possible to do so independently, you can maximize your compensation by securing legal counsel from a seasoned personal injury lawyer.
The Beverly Hills bus accident lawyer at Setareh Law Firm is a zealous advocate for the injured. Personal injury accidents can not only be overwhelming but also incredibly damaging, which is why we’re here to guide you to the most favorable resolution for your personal injury claim. Contact us today to discover how you can get the liable party to pay for your damages.
Types of Bus Accidents
A bus collision may be an accident, but that doesn’t mean there are no commonalities between incidents. Dangerous habits like driving while distracted, moving too fast for the road conditions, and being under the influence of alcohol continue to put bus passengers and fellow commuters at risk for sustaining severe injuries. Some of the most common types of bus accidents include:
- Rollover accidents
- T-bone accidents
- Head-on collisions
- Rear-end collisions
- Sideswipe accidents
It’s important to note that negligence not only occurs while the driver is operating the bus, but can also occur due to poor vehicle maintenance. Failing to regularly inspect the brakes, tires, and other bus components is negligence on behalf of the bus company. If a bus accident occurs due to a maintenance issue, you as the injured party can legally pursue compensation for all accident-related damages.
Recoverable Damages in a Beverly Hills Bus Accident
California is a fault state, meaning that when involved in a vehicular collision, you have the right to pursue compensation through the liable party’s insurance policy. This remains true regardless of whether you’re a passenger in the vehicle that hot the bus, in the vehicle hit by the bus, a pedestrian, or involved in an accident in some other way.
The facts of your accident, including what percentage you’re found to be at fault, will help determine the compensation made available to you in a personal injury claim. However, you can also seek compensation for specific accident-related damages including:
- Pain and suffering
- Property damages
- Medical bills
- Medical equipment
- Lost wages
- Loss of earning ability
- Emotional injuries
California has a strict two-year statute of limitations on all personal injury accidents including bus accidents. After this period passes, you lease the legal ability to recover compensation for any damages related to that specific incident. Be proactive in your pursuit of just compensation by wasting little time after your bus accident to acquire knowledgeable legal representation.
Experienced Beverly Hills Bus Accident Lawyers
Setareh Law houses a dedicated team and an experienced Beverly Hills bus accident attorney who is here to fight for you. Bus accident cases can be complex since, contrary to other accidents, your issue is not with the driver himself, but instead with the governing bus company. It’s their job to do everything to limit your compensation amount, all while delaying the process as much as possible. We are here to stop that. Contact us today at 310-659-1826 for a free consultation.
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