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Hurt in a Bus Accident?
There’s Limited Time to File—Take Action Today
Bus accident cases are among some of the most complicated due to strict time limits and counterintuitive laws. If you miss certain deadlines, you could miss out on your chance to collect compensation for your injuries. As a bus accident victim, the absolute best thing you can do for yourself after ensuring your safety is to immediately call a lawyer.
Our lawyers have handled bus accident cases of all forms from all over Westchester County, and we are prepared to do the same for you. We want you to be able to prioritize your recovery—let us handle all the legal aspects while keeping you informed every step of the way. No matter if you were injured in an accident involving a Bee-Line bus, a school bus, or a tour bus, the Law Office of Michael H. Joseph can help you secure the compensation you deserve.
Please request a completely free consultation at our White Plains law office. Our lawyers are also happy to meet virtually or come meet with you anywhere in Westchester County.
Trusted Throughout Westchester Why Choose Our Bus Accident Attorneys for Your Case?
Exclusively Dedicated to Helping Injured Victims
Some firms spread themselves thin by offering services in many different areas of law, but Michael H. Joseph, PLLC is a law firm exclusively focused on personal injury. This allows us to dedicate more time and attention to building deeper, more creative, and more aggressive legal strategies on behalf of our clients. With 6+ decades of combined experience, our bus accident attorneys know how to win for you.
Free Consultations and Contingency Services
We know you have a lot on your plate in the aftermath of a bus accident. We don’t want to burden you with a fee just to talk to a bus accident lawyer. Michael H. Joseph, John Tait, and Clifford S. Nelson offer 100% free consultations, and if you become their client, they will not collect a fee unless and until they win your case. You have absolutely nothing to lose by reaching out to our Westchester team.
Millions Recovered Through Negotiation and Trial
We honor the trust our clients place in us by fighting hard to maximize their financial recovery. Our attorneys have recovered millions for the victims of car accidents, truck accidents, bike accidents, bus accidents, and more throughout Westchester County. We always aim to achieve a fair resolution in negotiations, but we’re never afraid to bring a case to court if that’s what it takes to secure the full value a client deserves.
Meet Our Bus Accident Lawyers in Westchester
“We won big!” Ready to Go to Bat for You
“Michael Joseph is the best personal injury attorney I could have chose for my case. He fought hard for me. Michael is extremely talented technician and an outstanding attorney. He is very skilled and smart. I was blessed to have chosen Michael Joseph as my personal injury attorney. He did an outstanding job and fought hard, to get me the most money I deserved for my case. We won big!”—Lawrence N., 5-Star Google Review
Was Your Child Injured on a School Bus?
Our attorneys are ready to help your family if your child was hurt in a school bus accident in Westchester County. The rules and deadlines that apply to accidents involving public buses and tour buses work similarly to those involving school buses. As our client, the first thing we’ll help you do is determine whether the bus is owned by the school district or a private company.
If your child was injured on a school bus that was operated by the school district, you have to file a notice of claim with the school district within 90 days of the accident. For a child under 18 years old, the statute of limitations to file a lawsuit is 1 year and 90 days from the date of the accident.
If your child was injured in an accident while on a bus that was privately operated, there is no notice of claim requirement with the school district.
We understand that this is an incredibly stressful time for your family. If there is anything our bus accident lawyers can clarify for you, please do not hesitate to contact us.
Who Can Sue After a Bus Accident?
Anyone can sue in a bus accident case if they were injured because another party was at fault. If you were a passenger on a bus, you were injured in a bus accident, and someone else was at fault, you most likely have a lawsuit.
Here are some scenarios clients have brought to us wondering if they have a valid bus accident case:
Bus Pulling Away From Curb
If your accident occurred because the bus collided with a vehicle while pulling away from a bus stop, you can sue the bus company. Bus drivers must make sure the travel lane is clear to move the bus prior to leaving the curb. The other driver may also share some of the fault.
Pedestrian Hit By Bus
You can certainly sue for personal injury damages if you were injured by a bus as a pedestrian. In New York State, pedestrians have the right of way at intersections, crosswalks, and when drivers are entering or leaving buildings. Drivers must yield to pedestrians, even if they have the green light.
Vehicle Hit Bus Going Straight
If a bus was going straight in its lane of travel and was hit by a vehicle that entered its lane, that vehicle is at fault. Sometimes, both the bus driver and the driver of the other vehicle can be found liable for the accident.
Hit and Run Bus Accident
If the bus driver was at fault for the accident, the bus company can still be sued, even if the other driver fled the scene. You will be able to make a claim for uninsured motorist benefits. The law requires that every insurance policy written in New York provide coverage for compensation for injuries caused by uninsured or unidentified motorists.
Bus Hits Another Vehicle
If a bus hits another vehicle, the bus driver is at fault, and the bus company can be sued. Bus drivers are responsible for operating the bus in a safe manner and keeping a proper lookout at all times, but the other driver may also share some of the fault.
Earning the Trust of Clients
“Best firm in NYC, White Plains area stick with the clients and professional services, staff always friendly don’t matter the time don’t matter place if you have a case trust Michael law office to get you a settlement that you deserve.”—Ceon S., 5-Star Google Review
Who Pays the Bills After a Bus Accident Injury?
The laws involving bus accident personal injury claims are complicated, which makes it incredibly important to have an experienced attorney on your side. We can help you maximize your compensation in circumstances involving the following:
You Own a Vehicle
While it may seem counter-intuitive, if you own your own vehicle and you were injured in a bus accident, your own insurance company has to pay your medical bills and lost wages.
Someone Else in Your Household Owns a Vehicle
If you do not own a vehicle but someone else in your household does, their car insurance company is required to pay your medical bills and lost wages if you were injured in a bus accident.
You Do Not Own a Vehicle
If you do not own a vehicle or have a vehicle in your household, then the bus company is responsible for paying your lost wages and medical bills. These benefits are more commonly known as no-fault benefits, and a no-fault application has to be filed with the bus company within 30 days of the accident.
Your Car Was Hit by a Bus
If you were in a car or truck and were hit by a bus, your own car insurance company has to pay your medical bills and lost wages. Your own insurance company is responsible for your medical bills, even if the bus was at fault for the collision.
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