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Bakersfield Bus Accident Lawyer

Bus transportation in Bakersfield provides environmentally friendly convenience and accessibility, but when buses are involved in accidents, the results can be terrible. People in and around Bakersfield rely on city buses, school buses, charter services, and regional transport every day, which means a single collision can affect many lives at once. Before the legal process begins, it helps to understand your immediate options, the timelines involved, and the different types of buses and victims that often appear in these cases.

Bus accidents can lead to painful and devastating injuries because of various factors, such as the vehicle’s large size and possible lack of safety features. If you have been injured in a crash with a bus, call our Bakersfield bus accident lawyer today to discuss your circumstances and help you pursue the compensation you deserve through a personal injury claim.

Types of Buses and Victims Involved

Bus accidents can involve many types of vehicles, including city transit buses, school buses, charter or tour buses, intercity carriers, employee shuttles, and airport or hotel transport vehicles. Each category presents unique safety standards and liability considerations.

Victims also vary widely. Our firm routinely represents passengers, pedestrians, bicyclists, rideshare users, other motorists, and, in some cases, bus drivers themselves. The mix of potential victims often complicates a bus collision investigation, which is why an experienced Bakersfield attorney is essential to sorting out responsibility and fully accounting for every individual’s losses.

Injuries Commonly Caused by Bus Accidents

When buses are involved in accidents, passengers or others involved in the accident can suffer severe or even fatal injuries. Some common injuries sustained from bus accidents are:

Head injuries
Traumatic brain injuries
Spinal cord injuries and paralysis
Lacerations
Burns
Broken bones
Organ Damage
Emotional trauma and psychological distress
Death

Our Bakersfield lawyers account for all injuries and losses in a bus accident claim. We will fight for compensation for short and long-term losses caused by your injuries.

Who Can Be Held Responsible for a Bus Crash?

Determining liable parties in a bus accident can be complicated as responsibility for the bus accident may be split across multiple parties. Parties that may be liable in an accident include the bus driver, bus company, maintenance workers, government entities like a public transportation system or school district, manufacturers, and other drivers.

A party may be considered liable for a bus accident victim’s injuries in the following circumstances:

Failure to comply with laws or regulations
Improper licensing or training
Neglecting bus maintenance
Driver negligence
Driver operating the vehicle while intoxicated

An attorney in Bakersfield could determine the cause of a bus crash and who is liable for it.

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WE HANDLE A WIDE RANGE OF PERSONAL INJURY CASES, INCLUDING:

Bicycle Accident

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Bus Accidents

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Car Accidents

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Catastrophic Injury

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Construction Accident

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What Types of Damages Can Be Pursued?

Our skilled Bakersfield lawyers can fight to ensure you pursue and recover as much compensation as allowed by the law after a bus crash. California law allows an injured person to seek economic and non-economic monetary damages in the wake of an accident.

Economic Damages

Economic damages are compensation for easily quantified financial losses. The purpose of economic damages is to restore the victim to the financial position they were in before the accident. Some examples of economic damages are medical expenses, lost wages, property damage, out-of-pocket expenses, and, in wrongful death cases, funeral and burial expenses.

Non-Economic Damages

Non-economic damages are compensation for losses that may not be able to be quantified financially, but, even so, have a significant impact on the victim’s well-being. For example, pain and suffering, emotional distress, loss of companionship, or disability.

Our team will pursue all avenues of compensation and fight to maximize your recovery.

What to Do After a Bus Accident

If you were injured in a bus crash, the steps you take immediately afterward can influence both your health and the strength of your claim. Try to do the following whenever possible:

Seek medical evaluation, even if your injuries feel minor
Document the scene with photos or video
Collect bus numbers, route information, and driver details
Ask for the names and contact information of witnesses
Keep medical records, bills, and receipts organized
Avoid giving recorded statements to the bus company or its insurer before speaking with a Bakersfield lawyer

LNN can step in early to protect your rights and prevent insurance representatives from minimizing the impact of your injuries.

Deadlines and Statute of Limitations for Bus Crash Claims

California has strict filing deadlines for personal injury claims. Most bus accident cases follow the two-year statute of limitations. However, many buses are operated by public entities such as school districts or public transit agencies. Claims involving government entities require a Government Claim to be filed within only six months. Missing this step can bar a victim from recovering any compensation.

Our team understands these procedural requirements and ensures that every necessary notice, claim form, and filing is submitted properly and on time.

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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

WHAT IS A PERSONAL INJURY?

Personal injury cases are some of the most common civil litigation cases—also known as “tort actions” or “lawsuits”—in the United States. They are filed by individuals who have experienced bodily injury, pain and suffering, and sometimes property damage in an accident caused by a negligent third party. These claims can also be filed for intentional harm or defamation of character by a third party.

DO I NEED TO HIRE A PERSONAL INJURY ATTORNEY?

While you are not required to have an attorney to file a claim, having an attorney can make a significant difference in your claim. A personal injury attorney has a deep understanding of the claims process and can help you navigate the complexities of the law. Your attorney can also help you level the playing field with insurers and can tell you whether you are receiving the maximum compensation to which you are legally entitled.

I HAVE BEEN INJURED IN AN ACCIDENT – WHAT DO I DO NEXT?

If you have been injured in an accident that was no fault of your own, there are steps you should take to ensure you are compensated for costs related to the incident. Taking quick action after your accident can profoundly affect your personal injury claim or lawsuit. After being involved in an accident, you should: Seek medical attention for your injuries, even if symptoms are not immediately apparent. Keep a record of your injuries and note any complications that arise because of your injuries. Report the incident as soon as possible after it occurs. Record detailed descriptions and notes about the facts of the incident. Keep receipts of medication and medical care you received Contact an experienced personal injury attorney in Los Angeles who can help you navigate your claim.

WILL MY PERSONAL INJURY CLAIM GO TO TRIAL?

Not all personal injury claims make it to court. In fact, a majority of injury cases are settled without having to litigate. What’s the difference between a settlement and going to trial? What are the pros and cons of each? There are two ways in which compensation can be awarded to you for your claim: through a settlement or by going to trial. There are pros and cons to each. When your claim is settled, the compensation for your claim is decided outside of court, usually through negotiations between lawyers.

HOW LONG DO I HAVE TO FILE A PERSONAL INJURY CLAIM?

In California, you have two years to file a personal injury claim against an individual or non-government entity. If the injury is not immediately known, you have one year from the date the injury is discovered. If you’ve suffered injuries from an accident that was caused by someone else’s negligence, you should act quickly to ensure you are able to recover compensation for your losses.

Notifying Insurance Companies

You should notify your insurance company and the responsible party’s insurance company as soon as possible after your accident. Most insurance companies request that you file your claim within 24 – 48 hours after your accident. When you file a personal injury insurance claim, you are requesting that the at-fault party’s insurance pay for the losses you suffered as a result of your accident, and the compensation amount is determined during negotiations. Seeking Compensation You can get financial compensation in two ways: filing a personal injury insurance claim or filing a personal injury lawsuit. Generally, compensation can be sought for two types of damages: economic and non-economic. Economic damages are those with a measurable monetary value, such as medical expenses and lost wages. On the other hand, non-economic damages refer to losses that cannot be easily quantified, such as pain and suffering or emotional distress. It is important to understand the types of damages available in your case so that you can seek compensation for all of your related losses. Soon after your accident, contact a knowledgeable personal injury attorney in Los Angeles who can explain the time limits to you and help you get the compensation you deserve.

ARE THERE PERSONAL INJURY LAWYERS NEAR ME?

Our firm is located in downtown Los Angeles. We can take all personal injury cases based in California.

Call Our Bus Accident Attorneys for Help

If you or a loved one has sustained an injury from a bus accident, you might be dealing with medical bills, an inability to work, and stress from not knowing what to do next. Whether you were injured as a passenger, the bus driver, a pedestrian, or other driver, our Bakersfield bus accident lawyer could help.

We have experience with bus accident injury cases and will handle the legal side of things so you can focus on healing. We can investigate the accident to determine cause and fault, gather evidence, communicate and negotiate with insurance companies, and fight for a fair settlement. Do not wait; call today.

With extensive experience handling complex bus accident cases, LNN stand ready to guide you forward and protect your right to full and fair compensation.

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