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Manhattan Bus Accident Lawyer
Manhattan Bus Accident Lawyer
Proven Legal Counsel after Being Injured by a Bus
If you or a loved one has been injured in a bus accident in or around Manhattan, it is important to take every legal action to obtain the just compensation that you and your family deserve. Many catastrophic injuries can result from bus accidents. In many cases, these accidents lead to wrongful death. These claims can be filed with the assistance of one of our dedicated Manhattan bus accident lawyers from Segal & Lax.
Bus accidents in New York are more complicated than typical motor vehicle crashes. They often involve public transit systems, government entities, private charter companies, or school districts—each with different insurance policies and legal rules.
Find the People Responsible
We have handled many cases and have achieved an assortment of great case results during our more than 75 years of combined legal assistance. We can help you seek legal compensation for your bus injury if you have been hit. Through our time as personal injury attorneys, we have developed a substantial knowledge and experience of how to handle these cases and determine all of the liable parties.
The following parties could be held liable for a bus accident:
The bus driver
The bus driver’s employer, or company
The bus’s regular mechanic
The bus manufacturer
Disruptive passengers on the bus
Other drivers that contributed to the accident
Common Types of Bus Accidents
We represent clients injured in:
- Collisions involving Metropolitan Transportation Authority buses
- MTA New York City Transit bus crashes
- Private charter bus accidents
- Tour bus accidents
- School bus collisions
- Pedestrians struck by buses
- Bus passenger injuries from sudden stops
- Slip and fall injuries inside buses
Bus accidents frequently occur along major routes such as Fifth Avenue, 42nd Street, the Cross Bronx Expressway, and near heavily traveled areas like Times Square and Port Authority Bus Terminal.
Common Causes of Bus Accidents
Bus crashes often result from:
- Driver fatigue
- Distracted driving
- Inadequate training
- Speeding
- Poor vehicle maintenance
- Brake failure
- Unsafe lane changes
- Traffic violations
Because buses carry multiple passengers, injuries can be widespread and severe.
Injuries in Bus Accidents
Due to the size and limited seatbelt use in buses, injuries can include:
- Head injuries and concussions
- Spinal cord injuries
- Broken bones
- Internal organ damage
- Severe lacerations
- Traumatic brain injuries
Passengers standing or moving inside a bus are especially vulnerable during sudden stops or collisions.
Many injured victims are transported to major facilities such as Bellevue Hospital Center or NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital for emergency treatment.
Compensation in Bus Accident Cases
Depending on the facts of your case, you may recover compensation for:
- Medical expenses (past and future)
- Lost wages
- Pain and suffering
- Permanent disability
- Rehabilitation costs
- Loss of earning capacity
If the crash resulted in a fatality, surviving family members may pursue a wrongful death claim.
What to do After a Bus Accident in NYC
If you are injured in a bus accident:
- Seek medical attention immediately
- Report the incident to the bus operator or transit authority
- Gather contact information from witnesses
- Take photographs if possible
- Contact a bus accident lawyer as soon as possible
The sooner we begin our investigation, the stronger your case will be.
Why Bus Accident Cases Are Different
Bus accident claims are not handled like standard car accident cases.
If the accident involved a city-operated bus, such as one run by the MTA, you may need to:
- File a Notice of Claim within 90 days
- Follow strict municipal procedures
- Comply with shorter investigative timelines
Failing to meet these deadlines can permanently bar your claim.
If the bus was privately owned, liability may fall on:
- The bus driver
- The transportation company
- A maintenance provider
- A third-party driver who caused the collision
Our legal team investigates immediately to determine all responsible parties.
Call 800-SMART-LAW and Speak with a Manhattan Bus Accident Lawyer
Our attorneys at Segal & Lax have a strong knowledge of handling bus accident claims and can help guide you through your case. The attorneys and staff at our firm speak multiple languages and can use their experiences to help you get the compensation you deserve. If you are injured as a passenger of the bus because of the driver’s negligence or the reckless driver of another vehicle, our firm can help. If you have lost a loved one to this situation, then we can help you get the damages you deserve.
If you were injured in a bus accident anywhere in New York City, you may be facing serious injuries, unclear liability, and strict legal deadlines. Segal & Lax is prepared to move quickly and protect your rights.
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For more information on how our firm can help you obtain a settlement for damages, contact a Manhattan personal injury attorney today!