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Bus accidents can involve multiple parties and complex liability issues. Curry Law Group provides experienced legal representation to help victims recover compensation.
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Understanding Bus Accident Law
Bus accident cases involve unique liability rules depending on whether the bus is operated by a private company or a government agency. These cases often involve catastrophic injuries due to the size and weight of buses. Multiple parties may share liability including the driver, bus company, vehicle manufacturer, and maintenance contractors.
Types of Bus Accident Cases We Handle
Public transit bus accidents, school bus accidents, charter bus crashes, and commercial shuttle accidents. Each presents unique legal challenges and requires understanding of government immunity rules and commercial negligence standards.
What to Expect During the Bus Accident Claim Process
Bus accident cases require identifying all liable parties, obtaining accident reports from transit agencies, reviewing maintenance records, analyzing driver records and training, and coordinating with multiple insurance carriers. These complex cases demand thorough investigation and expert analysis.
Why Choose Curry Law Group for Your Bus Accident Case
We have experience navigating the unique legal landscape of bus accident cases, including government immunity defenses and commercial liability issues. We coordinate with safety experts and engineers to establish negligence.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I sue a public transit bus company? Yes, but there are strict notice requirements and liability limitations. We navigate these requirements skillfully. What if the driver wasn't at fault? Other parties such as the bus company, manufacturer, or maintenance contractor may share liability. What damages are available? Medical expenses, lost wages, pain and suffering, permanent disability, and future care costs.
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If you've been injured in a bus accident, contact Curry Law Group immediately. Call 813-653-2500 for a consultation with a bus accident attorney.
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Important Personal Injury Terms
Understanding these terms can help you make informed decisions about your case.
Assumption of Risk
A defense arguing the injured person voluntarily accepted the known dangers of an activity. In Florida, it can reduce or bar recovery depending on the type of risk assumed.
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An insurer's unreasonable refusal to settle or pay a valid claim. In Florida, a bad faith claim can expose the insurer to damages beyond the policy limits.
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A failure to meet the standard of care that a reasonably prudent person would exercise under similar circumstances. Breach of duty is a required element of any negligence claim.
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The obligation of a party to prove a disputed fact. In most personal injury cases, the injured person bears the burden of proving each element of their claim by a preponderance of the evidence.
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The link between a defendant's conduct and the plaintiff's injury. A plaintiff must prove both actual cause (but-for) and proximate cause to recover damages.
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A doctor's written opinion that your injury was caused by the accident. Insurance companies often require this note to connect your pain to the incident before they will pay.
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Who Is Liable for Injuries in a Bus Accident?
Liability for a bus accident depends on how the incident occurred, who owned and operated the bus, and whether another person or organization contributed to the crash. The responsible party may be the bus driver, a public transit authority, a private transportation company, a school district, a charter operator, a maintenance contractor, a vehicle manufacturer, another driver, or several parties at the same time. Because buses are often operated by businesses or government agencies, these claims may involve evidence and legal procedures not present in an ordinary collision between two private motorists.
Read MoreWhat Should You Do After a Bus Accident in Florida?
After a bus accident, prioritize your immediate safety and medical needs. Report the injury, identify the bus and operator, gather evidence when you can do so safely, obtain witness information, and preserve every record connected with the incident. Bus accident claims can become complicated quickly because the bus may be operated by a government agency, private contractor, school district, tour company, hotel, or other organization with specialized reporting and notice procedures, and government-operated buses can trigger Florida's sovereign-immunity statute.
Read MoreHow Are Bus Accident Claims Different From Car Accident Claims?
Bus and car accident claims can arise from the same basic legal principle: a person or organization may be responsible when negligent conduct causes an injury. However, bus cases often involve more parties, more passengers, commercial or government operators, specialized evidence, higher insurance coverage, and additional notice or filing requirements. The process may differ substantially depending on whether the bus was operated by a city, county, school district, private company, hotel, tour operator, church, airport, or another organization.
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Top-Asked Questions
In Florida, you typically have four years from the date of injury to file a personal injury lawsuit. However, this deadline (called the statute of limitations) can vary depending on the type of injury and circumstances. It's important to act quickly because evidence can disappear and witness memories fade. We recommend contacting an attorney as soon as possible after an injury.
You may recover damages for medical expenses (past and future), lost wages, pain and suffering, emotional distress, disability, scarring, and loss of enjoyment of life. In cases involving gross negligence or intentional acts, you might also be eligible for punitive damages. The specific damages available depend on your injury and the circumstances of your case.
Most personal injury cases settle before trial. During settlement negotiations, we work with insurance companies to reach a fair agreement for your injuries and losses. However, if a fair settlement cannot be reached, we're fully prepared to take your case to trial. We'll never pressure you to accept a settlement you're not comfortable with.
The value of your case depends on many factors: the severity of your injuries, medical expenses, lost wages, permanent disability, pain and suffering, and the strength of liability evidence. We provide a thorough case evaluation during your consultation. Insurance companies often undervalue claims—that's why having an experienced attorney is crucial.
Florida uses "comparative negligence" rules. Even if you're partially at fault, you may still recover damages—reduced by your percentage of fault. For example, if you're 20% at fault and damages are $100,000, you'd recover $80,000. However, if you're found to be more than 50% at fault, you cannot recover any damages.
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