Skilled Bus Accident Attorneys Serving Collin County
Pedestrians, drivers and bus passengers can all suffer severe injuries in an accident or collision on McKinney roads. If you’ve been injured in a bus accident, don’t hesitate to contact the legal team at Lucé Law, PC. Our dedicated bus accident lawyers will investigate your case, gather evidence, and build a strong claim to help you pursue fair compensation for your injuries.
Legal Representation for Commercial & City Bus Accidents
Within Texas there are thousands of buses transporting hundreds of thousands of people on a daily basis. Commercial buses may be city owned, municipally owned or company-owned. If an injury occurs on a city-owned bus, Texas laws restrict the way in which an injured person may recover. A claim must be filed within six months of the injury. Those injured on a company-owned bus (such as a tour bus) are not limited in the same way. Common causes of bus accidents are the following.
- Careless and reckless driving by the bus operator.
- Failure of the owner to properly maintain the bus.
Joe Lucé represents clients who have been injured either as a bus passenger, as a driver of an automobile or other vehicle struck by a bus, or as a pedestrian that was struck by a bus. With the support of an experienced auto accident attorney, you can recover damages for the injuries caused by dangerous driving or poor vehicle maintenance.
School Bus Accident Cases
It’s hard to believe, but every year around 12,000 students are injured in school bus accidents, making this an issue we care a great deal about. School bus accidents usually involve another vehicle or occur when children are getting on or off the bus. Like city-owned buses, school buses owned by school districts in Texas are also protected by “sovereign immunity.” A lawsuit can be brought if the claim is filed within six months of the child’s injury.
In an accident involving a school bus, whether your loved one was injured within the bus or outside of it, one of the most important things to determine is who is at fault in the accident. While the fault could lie with the driver, it could also be that the wreck was caused by a defective design, in which case the bus manufacturer could be liable, or it could be that the bus was not properly maintained. Your school district will usually only become a liable party if the school had knowledge of a defect or faulty maintenance, or had knowledge of the driver’s negligent driving record, yet still allowed that driver to operate a bus.
If you or a family member have been harmed by a school bus collision, you should contact a lawyer that handles personal injury immediately. The evidence is rapidly gathered by insurance companies that defend the party at fault. That evidence can be extracted from you unwittingly when you don’t have proper representation. You will need someone who is experienced and prepared to advise you and guide you through the process.
Common Questions About Bus Accident Law
What types of compensation can I receive after a bus accident injury?
Victims of bus accident injuries may be entitled to compensation for medical expenses and future medical care, lost wages and reduced earning capacity, property damage, and pain and suffering. The level of compensation is determined by factors like the severity of injuries, length of recovery and financial losses.
How can an attorney prove fault in a bus accident case?
An attorney can prove fault in a bus accident by collecting and analyzing evidence, including witness statements, police reports, surveillance footage and maintenance records. By presenting compelling evidence of negligence, a bus accident attorney can secure fair compensation for victims.
What should I do if I am injured in a bus accident?
If you’re injured in a bus accident, you should report the incident to the police, seek medical attention, and collect evidence of the accident scene if your injuries do not prevent these actions. You should then speak with an experienced bus accident attorney to ensure they can collect the necessary evidence to secure compensation.
Contact McKinney’s Top Bus Accident Attorney
Let Lucé Law, PC help you build a strong case for your bus accident injuries with a free legal consultation. Joe Lucé represents clients from Ft. Worth, Sherman, Denison and throughout Collin County, including McKinney, Plano, Frisco and Allen. Call (972) 632-1300, or contact us online for help with accidents and injuries in North Texas.
