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Bus Accidents 101

Bus accidents in the Dallas/Fort Worth area can cause devastating injuries. Due to their sheer size, buses are extremely dangerous in any collision and drivers of cars hit by a bus in a wreck typically suffer life-threatening or even fatal injuries, not to mention incredible property damage. Passengers on buses suffer drastic personal injuries too as riders are typically unrestrained and have virtually none of the protection that passengers in other motor vehicles utilize. If you or a loved one have been hurt in a bus crash it is essential that you consult with a board certified PI lawyer who can explain your legal right to compensation for your medical treatment and other costs resulting from the accident.

Poor Safety Standards and Compliance Cause Issues
You would be shocked by the poor safety standards and compliance that many bus companies offer their passengers. From Greyhound to school buses to local bus agencies, you may experience a host of potential safety issues, including poorly-maintained buses, bus drivers without enough experience, or even a bus driver who has been driving too many long shifts.

Any of these issues could potentially cause serious accidents due to the nature of bus collisions.

In fact, the FMCSA, or Federal Motor Carrier Safety Association, implemented a new list of federal regulations to protect bus passengers and ensure bus agencies are complying with federal safety laws. The new federal regulations include:

Drug testing for drivers
Removing drivers with alcohol-related infractions from service
Penalties for allowing drivers to drive buses without proper qualification
Penalties for operating a bus scheduled for repairs before it's had repairs
Penalties for operating a bus without reporting or repairing defects listed by the previous driver
Penalties for operating a bus without performing periodic inspections

Failure to adhere to federal safety regulations can result in the company failing a safety audit, which can lead to an inability to qualify for a permanent registration. These regulations are being put into place to protect bus riders and help prevent bus accidents.

Types of Bus Accident Injuries
Unfortunately, bus accidents are a reality. Whether you are taking a tour bus, a local transit bus or even sending your kids off to school, accidents happen. Common types of bus accident injuries include:

Whiplash from a bus accident/collision;
Broken bones due to a bus accident or collision;
Crossing in front of the bus and being injured by the bus directly;
Being injured in a car or other vehicle due to a bus accident/collision.

Dealing with Bus Accidents
Resolving bus accidents can be difficult. Buses may fall under local, city or federal jurisdiction, depending on the circumstances and the agency operating the bus. Tracking down the responsible party and correctly prosecuting them can be a challenging exercise. If you or a loved one has been injured in a bus accident, contact an experienced bus accident attorney for help.

Other articles you might be interested in:
Don't Hire Just Any Attorney for Your Bus Accident Claim
What Is My Personal Injury Claim Worth?
Claiming Lost Wages in Your Texas Personal Injury Case
Vicarious Liability: The Legal Responsibility of Employers
Making A Wrongful Death Claim on Behalf of Someone Who Has Died

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