Plantation, FL Bus Accident Attorneys Fighting For Justice

Our Florida lawyers can recover the compensation you deserve

Buses are a common sight in Plantation and throughout South Florida, from public transportation to charter buses on their way to one of the region’s many attractions. But a bus accident can leave people with serious injuries – including passengers, the drivers of other vehicles, and pedestrians.

If you were hurt in a bus crash, it’s important to get experienced legal representation. The bus accident attorneys at Feingold Posner Draizin can help. We can guide you through these complex cases, identify negligent parties, and fight to help you recover the financial compensation you deserve for the damages you suffered.

In Florida, buses are a common mode of transportation. They include:

Public transportation buses (such as Broward County Transit)
Private bus lines (Coach, Megabus, and Greyhound)
School buses for public or private schools
Airport and hotel shuttle buses
Private charter buses
Tour buses

Injured victims have the right to pursue compensation after a bus accident, but the process can be complicated. Multiple parties are typically involved, each with its own attorney and insurance carrier. Insurance companies can dispute claims and try to limit total compensation as much as possible.

What causes bus accidents?

The causes of bus accidents are similar to those of car accidents. Bus accidents are generally the result of negligence – often the bus driver’s negligence or that of another driver on the road. There can also be multiple factors leading to a bus crash, as well as multiple negligent parties.

Some of the common causes of bus accidents in the Plantation area include:

Distracted driving
Failure to obey traffic signs and signals
Driver fatigue
Driving under the influence of drugs or alcohol
Exceeding speeds safe for the conditions
Improper maneuvering
Inadequate training
Improper maintenance of the bus
Mechanical issues
Road design or conditions
Failure to adjust to weather conditions
Negligent driving acts by third parties

Who can be held responsible?

There are many individuals and entities that may be potentially liable for damages in a bus accident.

The bus driver – The circumstances of the crash and the nature of the driver’s behavior will determine whether the bus driver should be a defendant in a bus accident claim. Many bus accidents happen due to negligence on the part of the driver, and this negligence can come in many forms. If a driver is distracted, intoxicated, overly fatigued, in violation of traffic laws, or made another error in judgment, it can lead to responsibility for any harm that results.
The bus company – The bus company is responsible for maintaining vehicles, driver training and screening, and all transit and transit authority operations. When the company fails to uphold the required standard of care or comply with federal or state regulations, it can be negligent and liable when there’s an accident.
Third-party drivers – The bus driver is not the only driver that can be responsible for causing a crash. In some situations, the bus driver must react to other drivers who are negligent or careless on the road. Other drivers might cut off a bus, run red lights, fail to yield, make dangerous lane changes, or any number of other dangerous actions that cause a bus driver to swerve, slam on the brakes, or collide with other vehicles or objects. Sometimes, a bus driver’s quick reaction can lead a bus to roll over.
Bus manufacturers – A bus might have components made by several different companies. So, if the accident happened because of brake failure, steering failure, or some other mechanical issue, the bus manufacturer or the manufacturer of the failed system could be liable. This liability arises when the failure happened due to a defect in the bus part that led to the malfunction.
Maintenance and service providers – When a bus company hires another company to provide routine maintenance on a bus fleet, and a maintenance provider fails to correctly maintain a bus or service it, an accident can happen when something goes wrong with the bus.
Government entities – There are more opportunities in which a public entity might be liable for bus crashes than other types of vehicle crashes. The government owns or operates different types of buses, including buses that provide public transportation and public school transportation. If one of these buses was in an accident, you might need to bring a claim against the appropriate transit authority or public school district.

Our experienced attorneys are ready to fight for you

Negligent parties often deny doing anything wrong and refuse to accept responsibility. An experienced attorney can investigate to determine liability. It can be difficult to determine who was responsible for causing a bus accident. Victims struggle with medical expenses and often aren’t sure what to do next.

If you were hurt in a South Florida bus accident, we can help. Our attorneys can:

Evaluate whether you have a valid claim for compensation
Investigate the cause of your accident and who should be liable
Determine how much your claim is worth
File all the necessary insurance claims and handle the claim process
Review and negotiate settlement offers
Take your case to civil court when needed

We handle all of this so you can focus on what is important – your physical recovery. All of our attorneys used to work for insurance companies and know the strategies and tactics they will use to limit your compensation. We can guide you through the legal process and are committed to helping you get the best possible outcome.

Learning about your legal options can help you put your mind at ease. Let’s talk about what happened during a free consultation. Contact us to schedule a time that is convenient for you.