Maison Law represents victims of bus accidents in Glendale. If you or a loved one were injured in a bus accident in Glendale, the dedicated accident attorneys at Maison Law can get you the compensation you need. Contact Maison Law today for a free consultation and case evaluation.
Do I Need a Lawyer for a Bus Accident in Glendale?
Whether you were injured by a Glendale Beeline Bus, an LA Metro Bus, or a privately owned bus, discussing your options with an attorney is advisable. However, it is important to note you most likely won’t need an attorney in a bus accident if:
- The accident is minor with no apparent damage
- Your injuries are minor scrapes or small bruises
- The other party admits fault and pays for damages
You should contact an attorney after a bus accident if:
- There were serious injuries: You will need compensation to cover your current and future medical bills if you’ve suffered serious injuries. An attorney can ensure both.
- Wrongful death: If a loved one has passed away due to the accident you will need compensation for funeral expenses and damages related to the untimely loss.
- Fault: If you are blamed for the accident, but are not at fault, an attorney can protect and assign liability to the at-fault parties.
- Liability: You’re concerned about your liability limits, insurance status, or lack of insurance
- Multiple parties involved: Multiple parties make cases complex. An attorney can manage your case while protecting your best interests.
- False police report: If a police report places blame on you, and you disagree, an attorney will gather evidence to support your claim.
Whether you were partially at fault or not, if you’ve been involved in a bus accident in Glendale, the accident attorneys at Maison Law can protect your right to compensation. Contact us today for a free consultation and see what options are available to you.
Who is Responsible for Bus Accidents in Glendale?
As unfortunate as it may be, accidents are common in high-populated cities like Glendale. In 2021, according to Transportation Injury Mapping System, the city of Glendale had 591 crashes with injuries. When it comes to assigning blame in car accidents, it depends on the type of accident and how it was caused. In bus accidents, there are usually multiple liable parties such as the:
- Bus driver
- Bus maintenance company
- Bus stop property owner
- But part manufacturer
- City, county, or state agency
- Bus owner
- Bus driver supervisor
With multiple parties involved in bus accidents, you may end up taking partial blame for the accident. However, you will still be able to collect damages, according to California’s Comparative Negligence Law, which states:
“Under the pure comparative negligence rule, the state allows the plaintiff to claim damages for the 1% they are not at fault even when they are 99% at fault.”
So, if you’re awarded damages while accepting partial blame, your damages will be reduced by the percentage at which you are found at fault. Our accident attorneys at Maison Law will work to keep your percentage of blame as low as possible. And we will demand that all blame be removed if you weren’t at fault in any way for the accident.
Contact Maison Law today for a free consultation and case evaluation.
Where Do Bus Accidents Frequently Happen?
Bus accidents occur in various places and for different reasons. The most common places for bus accidents to occur include:
- Urban intersections: the size of a bus makes it difficult to navigate these types of intersections with multiple lanes, pedestrians, and changing traffic signals to adhere to.
- Bus stops: these may seem like an odd place for a bus accident to occur, but making a sudden stop in traffic with pedestrians coming on and off the bus creates a high risk for an accident.
- Highways and expressways: high speeds and merging lanes create a high-risk accident environment for buses.
- School zones: with a mix of hundreds of kids getting out of class and parents arriving at school at the end of the day, a school zone accident is a common occurrence.
- City centers: city centers are filled with pedestrians crossing the street frequently from both sides, which can lead to a higher chance of a bus accident occurring.
- Construction zones: construction zones often redirect traffic into reduced speed zones, which can lead to bus accidents.
What is the Typical Amount of Compensation for a Glendale Bus Accident?
Compensatory damages are awarded to accident victims in the form of economic, non-economic, and punitive damages. While punitive damages are rare, they can be claimed if the accident was done with extreme recklessness or malice toward the victim. Economic damages are actual financial losses that can be assigned value such as:
- Emergency room treatment
- Hospital bills
- Medications and medical equipment
- Ongoing treatment for current and future medical needs
- In-home care
- Lost income
- Loss of consortium
- Vehicle repair
Non-economic damages are subjective, non-compensatory losses, which include:
- Emotional pain
- Pain and suffering
- Loss of enjoyment of life
- Loss of consortium
While there is no average amount of compensation, these factors can ultimately decide the compensation you can receive. It is important to note, however, that the more severe your injuries and damages are, the more compensation you can expect to be awarded. If you would like an accurate compensation estimate, contact Maison Law today to discuss the options available to you.
Contact a Glendale Bus Accident Lawyer
If you or a loved one have suffered injuries due to a bus accident in Glendale, one of our skilled accident attorneys at Maison Law can help. We’ll fight for your right to fair compensation and help you recover all the damages you’ve suffered due to this unfortunate accident. Contact Maison Law today for a free, no-risk consultation and case evaluation. There are no upfront fees and you don’t pay a cent until we’ve won your case.
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