Table of Contents
- Who Can You Sue for a Bus Accident?
- Were You Partially At-Fault for the Bus Accident?
- Bus Accident Statistics
- Bus Accidents Can Be Brutal. Our Bus Accident Lawyers Can Help You Get Your Life Back On Track
- Meet Our Bus Accident Lawyers
- What Damages Are Available in Bus Accident Cases?
- Time Is Limited. File Your Bus Accident Claim Now
- What Are Common Causes of Bus Accidents in California?
- What to Do After a Bus Accident in San Rafael
Who Can You Sue for a Bus Accident?
Various parties may be liable for your bus accident. At Kuvara Law Firm, we’ll look at all the evidence and evaluate all possible people and entities who may have played a role in causing your injuries. Common defendants in California bus accident cases include:
- Bus companies, like Greyhound
- Bus manufacturers
- School districts
- Party bus companies
- Local transit services, like Marin Transit
- Charter bus companies, like Bay Area Charters
- Drivers of other vehicles
Bus maintenance companies
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$1,850,000 Pedestrian Accident
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$1,800,000 Motorcycle Accident
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$1,750,000 Motor Vehicle Accident
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$1,495,000 Premises Liability
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$1,410,000 Premises Liability
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$1,300,000 Pedestrian Accident
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$1,000,000 Rollover Accident
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"Mr. Kuvara and his team are truly amazing! He is the most kind hearted and will do everything he can to win your case."
They are very prompt with responses and follow up. The entire process was stress free (especially going through this during the middle of the pandemic) and seamless! He heard, understood my pain and had the most sincerest empathy for me. This review has been LONG overdue. He took care of me in 2020 and has left an everlasting impression in my life. I recommend everyone to Mr. Kuvara and his outstanding team! Thank you all from the bottom of my heart!
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"From the first moment I contacted the Kuvara staff and lawyers, I felt protected, informed, and very well legally represented"
I had an accident on 12/2022, and my life and all the projects I had for the future had to change drastically, but even with all the sacrifice and pain that it entails, I decided to face it and do everything necessary to overcome this stage in my life, I was fortunate to be represented by the Kuvara law firm. I am very happy and satisfied with the way my case was resolved, the professionalism on the part of the firm and the monetary compensation I received, it was fair and I only have gratitude on my part to all the members of the Kuvara law firm.
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Were You Partially At-Fault for the Bus Accident?
If you played a role in causing the crash, you may still be able to recover compensation for your losses. Since California follows a pure comparative negligence standard, you can file a claim or lawsuit against the other party and recover damages even if you were 99% at-fault for the accident. Your award will simply be reduced in proportion with your percentage of fault. For example, if your losses total $100,000, and you were 50% at fault for your crash, your award would be reduced to $50,000.
Bus Accident Statistics
- There are more than 15,000 bus accidents every year.
- Approximately 47% of bus accidents cause injuries.
- Roughly 1.5% of bus accidents result in at least one fatality.
- In 2022, California ranked fourth in states with the most bus accidents.
- California was also fourth in states with the most injury and fatality accidents involving buses.
- 16% of bus accident fatalities are occupants of the bus.
- School buses are the most common type of bus to be involved in an accident, followed closely by transit buses.
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Bus Accidents Can Be Brutal
Our Bus Accident Lawyers Can Help You Get Your Life Back On Track
Bus accidents can be catastrophic, leaving victims like you with severe injuries and an uncertain future. Whether you were a passenger on the bus, a pedestrian or bicyclist struck by a bus, or the driver or passenger in another vehicle involved, our accident attorneys can help.
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We Offer FREE Legal Advice to Injury Victims
During your free, initial consultation, our lawyers will sit down with you to discuss what happened and who may have caused the accident. We’ll learn more about your injuries and how they impact your life, whether you’re able to return to work, and whether you’re expected to return to your pre-accident state. Next, we’ll talk about your legal options and how best to proceed with your injury claim.
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We’ll Gather and Evaluate Evidence
At our law firm, we don’t settle for the evidence provided in police reports or insurance company investigations. Our team conducts our own investigation into your case. We review photos and videos of the accident scene. We look at dashcam footage and footage from nearby security cameras. We talk to witnesses who saw the accident happen. In some cases, we may even consult with accident reconstructionists and other experts to determine liability for your injuries.
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We Will Deal With the Insurance Company
When you hire our bus accident lawyers to handle your case, you won’t need to worry about those harassing calls from the insurance company. Our legal team will deal with the insurer on your behalf. We’ll manage all correspondence with their representatives, and we will negotiate with their adjusters to get you a full and fair settlement that covers all of your losses.
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We’ll Represent You in Court
Our attorneys will do our best to settle your claim out of court, but sometimes, doing so just isn’t fair to you. If the insurance company refuses to pay you what your bus accident claim is worth, we will go to trial and let the judge and jury decide your case.
What Damages Are Available in Bus Accident Cases?
The damages that are available to you if your bus accident claim is successful will depend on the losses you suffered, the parties responsible for the crash, and the sources of recovery that exist.
To provide you with an estimate of how much your bus accident case is worth, our attorneys will consider:
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Your Economic Damanges
Economic damages are financial losses that you’ve incurred, or that you will incur, because of the accident. They include things like your medical bills, the cost of future medical care, and your lost wages and earning capacity.
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Your Non-Economic Damages
Non-economic damages are a bit more complicated, because they are not linked to a monetary amount. They include things that are subjective in nature, like your physical pain, emotional trauma, and the inability to enjoy life the way you did before you were hurt.
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Punitive Damages
Punitive damages, also known as “exemplary damages”, are less common in bus accident cases in California. Designed to punish the wrongdoer, they are not based on the victim’s losses, but on the outrageousness of the defendant’s behavior.
Time Is Limited. File Your Bus Accident Claim Now
California limits the amount of time injured victims have to take legal action in bus accident cases. This is known as the “statute of limitations” for personal injury cases, including those involving bus accidents. Generally, you only have just two years from the date of your accident to file a personal injury lawsuit if the defendant is a privately-owned bus company or another non-government entity. For cases involving city or county transit authorities, you have just six months to file an administrative claim against the government agency in question. Your ability to file a regular personal injury lawsuit will depend on when the agency responds.
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What Are Common Causes of Bus Accidents in California?
In California, the most common causes of these crashes include:
Bus accidents can happen for a variety of reasons.
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Distracted Driving
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Fatigued Bus Drivers
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Impaired Driving
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Reckless Driving
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Inadequate Training
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Defective Vehicle Parts
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Poor Maintenance
What to Do After a Bus Accident in San Rafael
If you were involved in a crash in San Rafael or a surrounding community, our injury lawyers recommend that you do the following:
Taking the right steps after a bus accident in California helps protect your wellbeing and your right to recover compensation for your losses.
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Move to SafetyYour safety and the wellbeing of other people is priority. If you are able, move to a safe location near the accident to avoid further injury. Then assess your injuries.
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Call 9-1-1Immediately after the accident, call 9-1-1 and report the crash to authorities. Stay on the line with the dispatcher and fill them in on the status of your own injuries and the number of additional victims. This helps prepare emergency responders, and it gives the dispatcher an idea of how many ambulances to send.
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Gather EvidenceIf your condition allows, try to take photos or videos of the accident scene. Capture anything that may be related to the crash, such as vehicle damage, skid marks, or accident debris. Get contact information from other drivers, passengers, and anyone who may have seen the accident happen.
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Get Medical TreatmentAllow paramedics to check you over and treat any injuries you’ve suffered. If they recommend a trip to the hospital, accept. If your injuries do not appear to require immediate medical care, get evaluated by your doctor as soon as possible after the crash. The symptoms of severe injuries are not always apparent right away.
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Watch What You SayWhen talking with the police, stick to the facts. Don’t offer any additional information. Do not discuss fault with the bus driver, any other drivers or passengers, or the insurance company. Don’t apologize, even if you think you caused the accident.
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Contact Our Bus Accident LawyersGet in touch with our experienced bus accident attorneys as soon as possible after the crash. We’ll make sure evidence is preserved, and your rights are protected.