Buses are large and heavy vehicles, which means that even a minor accident with a bus can have devastating consequences for accident victims. On top of that, a bus accident claim is often complicated because you are often dealing with different types of organizations. Municipalities, public benefit organizations, private schools, tour companies, private bus companies, or even rental bus companies can be involved in this accident. Due to this, it is important to have the representation of an experienced bus accident lawyer.
The law office at Falk & Klebanoff has years of experience in representing accident victims. We have successfully fought for many bus accident victims on Long Island, New York and we are ready to fight for you! Bus accident claims can be complicated with lots of moving parts. When you turn to us, we will investigate the bus accident, gather evidence, and build a strong case on your behalf. So please do not hesitate to reach out to us for a no-obligation consultation regarding your claim and case. We will review your case, identify all liable parties, and guide you on your rights and options.
It is important to identify the party responsible for the bus accident in order to seek proper compensation for the incident. We will help you identify all parties that can be held liable by investigating your bus accident. Some parties that may be held liable for a bus accident include the following:
Buses are driven by bus drivers and these drivers have the responsibility to drive safely in order to avoid accidents. However, if they act negligently or recklessly, they can cause an accident in the process. For example, if a bus driver is driving the bus while under the influence of alcohol then there is negligence in the act. You may hold a bus driver liable for damages resulting from a bus accident if they acted negligently.
Bus companies have the responsibility of ensuring all of their buses are operating safely. Among the key responsibilities includes hiring qualified bus drivers and ensuring their buses are in good condition. Failure to follow these responsibilities may result in an accident and you may hold the bus company responsible.
Then there are instances where bus companies rent their buses out to clients. In these cases, the clients may be held liable for accidents if they act negligently. For example, clients may require the bus driver to work for long hours resulting in driver fatigue. The driver may fall asleep at the wheel and cause an accident, which leads to negligence.
It is possible to hold bus or bus part manufacturers liable for the bus accident. The manufacturers of the parts have the responsibility of producing safe equipment and parts for use on the bus. When a bus has an accident as a result of a faulty part or malfunction, there is the possibility of holding the manufacturer or the bus or that particular part liable after an accident.
Finally, there are times when the bus accident is the result of the negligence or reckless behavior of another party. These other parties can include pedestrians, cyclists, or other motorists. After a bus accident, it is possible to hold these parties liable for the damages suffered as a result of the accident.
