School buses, charter buses, city buses…
It doesn’t matter which one you were in or around when it happened. If a bus hurt you, the path to getting better and the path to getting paid for it are two different fights, and you shouldn’t have to handle the second one alone.
Here’s what people don’t always think about with bus cases: you’re not just dealing with one insurance company; you’re often dealing with a city, a school system, a charter company, or all three pointing fingers at each other while your medical bills keep coming and your paycheck doesn’t. That’s exactly why you need a bus accident lawyer in Clarksville who knows how to sort out who’s actually responsible and go after them.
We’ve recovered millions of dollars for clients over the years, and bus cases are some of the ones we take the most personally — because the people hurt in them are usually just going about their day, as a passenger, a driver, or someone else on the road who never saw it coming.
Call our offices today to speak to a personal injury lawyer in Clarksville. We’ll handle the claim, deal with the insurance companies, and fight to get you what you’re actually owed. That way you can focus on getting better.
Common Types of Bus Accidents in Clarksville
Buses can run the gamut from private tour and charter buses to government-operated public transportation. Bus accidents can harm other motorists or bus occupants through collisions or negligent operation. Below are some of the most common types of bus accidents we encounter in our practice:
- Negligent driving. Bus drivers must receive training and extra qualifications to drive. When bus drivers are negligent, they can cause accidents with other vehicles. These collisions can cause extreme injuries.
- Rough operation. Bus occupants are also vulnerable to rough operation. If a bus driver stops too quickly or swerves, occupants can fall or collide with the walls of the interior.
- Poor maintenance. Bus owners are required to regularly inspect buses for mechanical issues. A lack of maintenance can cause accidents when tires, brakes, or other components fail.
- Confusing bus lanes. Buses often have dedicated lanes, but dangerous road designs can cause confusion, leading to accidents with other motorists.
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Injuries From a Bus Accident
Bus passengers and other motorists can suffer minor to severe injuries after a bus accident. Even when the accident is relatively minor, your injuries can take a financial and emotional toll. Common injuries you may be suffering from include:
- Whiplash and neck injuries
- Head injuries and concussions
- Soft-tissue injuries and bruising
- Cuts, lacerations, and abrasions
- Eye, mouth, and face injuries
- Broken bones and fractures
- Spinal cord injuries
- Crushing injuries and amputations
- Hearing or vision damage
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Who Is Responsible for My Injuries After a Bus Accident?
If you have injuries from a recent bus accident, we can perform an investigation to identify the liable parties. If multiple entities are responsible, a Clarksville bus accident lawyer can go after each one individually to maximize your compensation.
Potentially liable parties in a bus accident may include the following:
Bus Driver
Individual bus drivers can be responsible for accidents due to their negligence. Distracted driving, fatigued driving, and substance use are all common types of negligent behaviors that can cause bus accidents.
Bus Company
The private bus company can also be liable if it engages in negligent business practices that increase the likelihood of injuries. For instance, if a bus company failed to vet their employees and hired a driver who had a history of DUIs, it could be liable if the driver caused a drunk driving accident.
Local Government
The Clarksville Transit System owns and operates public bus transportation in Clarksville and is an arm of the local city government. If a government-owned bus hit you, we can help you file a claim against local governmental entities to recover your compensation.
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Compensation You Can Recover After a Bus Accident
We can pursue the full range of compensation if you’ve been injured in a bus accident. Depending on your injuries, compensable losses may include the following:
- Emergency medical expenses and future necessary medical treatment
- Lost work income and other forms of employment compensation
- Reductions in your lifetime expected earnings due to disability
- Cost of replacement household services (e.g., housekeeping)
- Miscellaneous injury expenses
- Pain and suffering and emotional distress
- Mental anguish from scarring and disfigurement
We will perform a full audit of your losses to calculate a demand figure adequate to pay for your expenses and give you stability during the healing process.
Time Limit for Filing a Bus Accident Lawsuit
If the bus was owned by a private company, you have one year to file a lawsuit for your injuries. If the bus was government-owned and operated, you still have one year, but you must first send a notice of claim to the relevant agency before you can file. Skipping this step will make it so you cannot recover compensation.
Tennessee’s statute of limitations is much shorter than in other states, so you need to act quickly. A bus accident lawyer in Clarksville can start investigating and initiate your claim properly.
Contact a Clarksville Bus Accident Lawyer Today
GriffithLaw Injury Lawyers understands the severity of losses that a bus accident can cause. We are dedicated to pursuing justice for victims and can effectively advocate for your interests and well-being.
Contact us today to schedule a free case consultation with a Clarksville bus accident lawyer. There’s no fee unless we win.
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