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BUS ACCIDENT LAWYER USA


We'll ensure that you get a fair deal by referring you to an expert bus accident lawyer who is a member of American Association for Justice with a track record of successful verdicts and settlements. You bus accident lawyer will give you free advice on how best to pursue your claim and what actions you should take to preserve your legal rights. We use a contingency fee arrangement which means that if you don't succeed in receiving a settlement then your lawyer won't get paid. If you are the innocent victim of a bus accident then you may be able to obtain a settlement. If it wasn't your fault then someone must pay you compensation.

If you are involved in a crash whilst travelling on public transportation your legal position relating to compensation for injury is improved when compared with an ordinary car accident. A bus is a ‘common carrier’ as are trains and planes and the owner is obliged to use a high degree of skill whilst carrying out the duties of public transportation. If a bus accident occurs because the carrier was not in compliance with safety regulations, then the carrier may have total liability for personal injuries.

If you are the innocent victim of a travel accident then you should be able to claim compensation. For free advice from a bus accident lawyer just complete the contact form and a member of the American Association for Justice will telephone you to discuss your claim.

Bus Accident Safety

  • Don't wait for a bus in or near the street; stay safe on the sidewalk.
  • Always enter the bus through the front doors.
  • Never stand in the stairwell or in front of the yellow line near the driver.
  • Don't stand near the doors while the bus is moving.
  • Avoid conversation with the operator while the bus is in motion.
  • Always wait until the bus comes to a complete stop before exiting.
  • Stay seated while the bus is in motion unless you are holding on to a handrail.
  • Never cross in front of or behind a bus. Drivers cannot see you.

US Motor Carrier Regulations

  • Part 374 - Passenger Carrier Regulations
    Describes what an adequate intercity service is.
  • Part 385 - Safety Fitness Procedures
    Establishes safety procedures for motor carriers.
  • Part 387 - Minimum Levels of Financial Responsibility for Motor Carriers
    Sets minimum levels of insurance.
  • Part 390 - Federal Law
    General Information under the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations.
  • Part 393 - Parts and Accessories Necessary for Safe Operation Regulations
    Establish standards for commercial motor vehicle hardware and equipment
  • Part 396 - Inspection, Repair, and Maintenance
    Inspection, repair, and maintenance requirements.