Your Trusted NYC Bus Accident Attorneys
If you suffer injuries in a bus accident in NYC, you have rights. Recovering compensation and holding the liable parties accountable is not always easy, though.
A New York City personal injury lawyer from Oresky & Associates, PLLC can help you fight for justice in your bus accident case. We represent New York City residents and visitors in personal injury and wrongful death cases, our attorneys have recovered over $500 million in verdicts and settlements for accident victims over the years.
Contact us today at (929) 305-0949 for your free, no-obligation consultation. We can assess your case and advise you on proceeding with your claim based on your bus accident injuries.
What Types of Bus Accident Cases Do Our NYC Lawyers Handle?
Buses are huge, heavy, and difficult to control, which makes injuries from these collisions more likely. The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) tracks accidents involving heavy trucks and buses, including their outcomes. According to the agency’s reports, 80 school buses, 17 intercity buses, and 78 transit buses were in fatal crashes in 2021; approximately 18.000 people suffered injuries in collisions involving buses in the same year.
Bus accidents victims can suffer injuries in many ways. This includes:
- They are occupants of a vehicle hit by a bus
- They are passengers on the bus when the crash occurs
- They are pedestrians hit by a bus
- They are cyclists struck by a bus
At Oresky & Associates, PLLC, our auto accident attorneys know how to manage a wide range of cases and recover just compensation for our clients. We have obtained multi-million-dollar verdicts and settlements in bus and motor vehicle accidents, including:
- $5 million awarded to family members of a pedestrian killed in a school bus accident
- $4.6 million for an injured driver from a multi-vehicle car crash
- $4.5 million awarded to the family of a pedestrian killed by a van
- $3.45 million to a pedestrian struck by a commercial van
- $1.2 million for the wrongful death of a gentleman killed in a hit-and-run accident
We have experience representing bus passengers in a bus rollover case. We know how to investigate and prove the causes of serious bus accidents.
Our Bus Accident Lawyers Know How NYC Bus Accidents Happen
Bus drivers in New York City, like all drivers, owe other motorists a duty of care. They must take reasonable measures to operate the bus safely. Bus drivers must undergo extensive training, pass specialized tests, and follow regulations for safe and responsible driving.
Even with strict safety standards, bus accidents happen. They can be caused by:
- Distracted driving (including texting, eating, or drinking while driving)
- Drowsy driving
- Driving while intoxicated or under the influence of drugs
- Reckless driving, including speeding and failure to yield
- Insufficient driver training
- Rushing to meet strict schedules
Many bus accidents occur because of driver negligence. We’ll prove the following four elements of negligence to demonstrate their fault:
- Duty of care
- Breach of duty
- Causation
- Damages
When victims trust their case to Oresky & Associates, PLLC, our NYC bus crash attorneys investigate what happened and gather evidence to show the driver’s negligence.
Common Injuries Sustained in Bus Accidents
Because of the size and weight of buses compared to smaller passenger vehicles, pedestrians, or cyclists, victims often suffer catastrophic injuries. Passengers on the bus can also sustain injuries because of how buses are designed and the lack of safety features.
Some common bus accident injuries include:
- Burns, scarring, and disfigurement
- Amputations and other serious limb injuries
- Internal injuries and bleeding
- Lacerations and contusions
Many of these injuries require emergency medical transportation by ambulance or med-evac helicopter, emergency triage and stabilization, hospitalization, inpatient rehabilitation, therapies, and ongoing monitoring. Some require long-term care and support.
Our NYC attorneys understand how difficult it is to fight for justice in a bus accident case while undergoing treatment and facing a long recovery from your physical and emotional injuries. Contact us today to learn how Oresky & Associates, PLLC can manage your case while you heal.
When Should I Call a NYC Bus Accident Attorney After My Accident?
As soon as your injuries allow, reach out to our team at Oresky & Associates, PLLC. We provide free consultations for bus accident victims and their families. Not only are there deadlines you must meet in these cases, but there are also pressing concerns related to:
- Protecting your rights
- Managing communication with the liable parties and insurance companies
- Gathering time-sensitive evidence
The sooner we know about your case, the better. We stand behind our clients and manage their cases from start to finish. Let us go to work on your bus accident case today.
How Can Oresky & Associates, PLLC Help Me in My NYC Bus Accident Case?
When you hire Oresky & Associates, PLLC, as your NYC bus accident lawyers, we take the necessary steps to develop a compelling case. This includes:
- Investigating what happened
- Gathering evidence
- Filing all necessary paperwork
- Demanding fair compensation
- Negotiating a fair settlement, if possible
- Filing a notice of claim and lawsuit and litigating the case
- Bringing your case to trial when necessary
Recoverable Damages in Your NYC Bus Accident Claim
Our goal in these cases is to hold the liable parties accountable and recover just compensation for our clients. The damages potentially available in a bus accident case include:
- Past and future pain and suffering caused by injuries
- Medical treatment, including ambulance, urgent or emergency care, surgery, specialists, hospitalization, and follow-up care
- Lost income
- Lost union benefits, when applicable
- Prescription medicine and medical equipment
- Loss of services
- Emotional trauma
- Loss of companionship, consortium, protection, or guidance
- Wrongful death damages in the case of a fatal bus accident
Contact us today to learn more during a free case review. We have someone available to take your call now.
Who Can My NYC Attorney Hold Liable in a Bus Accident Case?
New York has complex liability and negligence laws. In some instances, you may be unsure which party bears the fault for your bus accident, especially if several parties are involved. Our bus accident attorney can identify the potentially liable parties in a bus accident and gather evidence to support our case against them.
In general, liable parties in a bus accident case could include:
- City, New York City Transit Authority (MABSTOA or MTA Buses) or others
- School bus drivers
- The bus company
- The bus driver’s employer
- Interstate and intrastate bus drivers
- Motorcoach bus drivers
- Private bus drivers
- The driver of another motor vehicle
- A vehicle parts manufacturer
- A maintenance company
How Do Our Attorneys Prove Liability in an NYC Bus Accident?
Our dedicated attorneys have the resources to develop a strong case based on your bus accident and injuries. Our clients can count on our legal team to identify the causes and involved parties in their cases. Some of the steps we take to show negligence and liability and seek just compensation include:
- Gather evidence, including video, photographs, eyewitness statements, official reports, relevant medical records, and documentation of damages.
- Retain expert witnesses, such as accident reconstruction experts and medical experts.
- Conduct depositions, subpoena witnesses, and examine all available evidence as part of a lawsuit.
- Compile medical reports, tests, and evaluations from your doctor to better understand your injuries, prognosis, and ongoing care needs.