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Who Is Responsible for Injuries Caused by Public Transportation Accident?

Buses are a common way for Houston commuters, students and tourists to reach their destination. Students may rely on buses to get to class. Residents may catch the Metro to get to work. Out of town visitors may hop on the Houston city tour buses for a view of the beautiful city skyline.

When passengers board a bus, they put their trust and safety in the hands of the driver. And when a bus accident occurs, multiple people can be hurt. Whether you’re a tourist riding the Houston city tour buses, or a commuter going to work on the Metro bus, your safety should always come first. If you were injured in a bus accident, contact The Sewell Law Firm.

If you are injured while using public transportation, you face special legal issues when pursuing a personal injury lawsuit. Special procedures and deadlines apply if you were using the public transport system when you were injured. The Sewell Law Firm has built a reputation for fighting for all accident victims’ rights in Houston and surrounding areas in Texas. The firm’s job is to make sure that negligent drivers and insurance companies are held responsible for those injured and families who have lost loved ones. 

The Sewell Law Firm has a fully bilingual, Spanish-speaking staff and takes pride in being available 24/7 to answer your call. If you’ve been injured on a motorcycle by the negligence of another, call 713-432-0730 or 855-WARRIOR or fill out the FREE case consultation form on this page.

The Sewell Law Firm has the expertise and experience to handle claims for injuries to users of public transit including the following:

• Bus Accidents: Commuter buses such as the Metro often travel at a low speed with frequent stops. But despite the low speed, accidents can still be catastrophic.
• School bus accidents: School bus drivers are responsible for the safety of children, which is why they are expected to be cautious.
• Tour buses/double-decker buses: Like commuter buses, these types of buses often travel at a low speed throughout Houston, allowing for tourist sightseeing. But an accident involving a tour bus can result in serious injuries, especially if the bus is a double-decker bus.
• Coaches: These types of buses often travel at a high speed. Coaches are usually driven on highways and other roadways designed for long-distance travel. If an accident occurs on a highly traveled interstate, the damage can be devastating.

The first thing you should do after a bus accident is to seek medical attention. Even if symptoms aren’t immediately present, you must still get a medical evaluation. You should also take pictures and gather witness details if you’re able to do so. Gathering crucial details of the accident scene will help your claim.

In most cases, bus companies should be prepared to pay the medical expenses for each person injured in a crash. They have special insurance that covers multiple passengers. But that doesn’t always guarantee that all medical bills, loss of wages and suffering will be compensated. That’s why you need to contact an experienced Houston bus accident attorney as soon as possible to investigate the accident and uncover the full compensation for your losses.

Call The Sewell Law Firm at 713-432-0730 or fill out the FREE case consultation form on this page.