Bus Accident Attorney Chula Vista

Did you know that, when you travel by bus, the bus driver is obliged to abide by a higher standard of care than other commercial drivers? It is the bus driver’s responsibility to ensure that their passengers get from point A to point B in Chula Vista safely so, if you have sustained serious injuries due to the negligence of a bus driver, you could be entitled to recover compensation in respect of your pain and suffering, medical expenses, lost earnings and other associated damages.

At The Eugene Bruno & Associates, our Chula Vista attorneys have extensive experience and a proven track record of successfully handling lawsuits relating to bus accidents involving:

• Local public transportation buses
• School buses
• Greyhound and similar bus services
• Airport bus services
• Other bus services

When you, or a loved one, have been injured in any type of Chula Vista bus accident, our attorneys are ready to provide the expert legal representation, guidance, and support you need.

Common Causes of Chula Vista Bus Accidents

If you travel by bus regularly, the good news is that bus accidents are rare compared to car accidents, bicycle accidents, and other types of traffic accident. The not-so-good news is that collisions involving buses also tend to involve serious injuries. According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, school bus accidents alone account for around 135 deaths per year, for example.

When it comes to bus accidents, in Chula Vista or elsewhere, the common causes are quite similar to the factors which more frequently contribute to car accidents, and tend to include:

• Distracted or inattentive driving
• Texting while driving
• Bus lane violations
• Mechanical or other vehicle defects
• Negligent, or non-existent, safety standards
• Poorly maintained buses
• Driver fatigue
• Driving whilst impaired by alcohol or drugs
• Driving at excessive speeds
• Inexperienced or inadequately qualified bus drivers
• Reckless or aggressive driving, including road rage

If you have been injured in a bus accident through no fault of your own, our Chula Vista lawyers could be your key to recovering the full amount of compensation you are entitled to. You deserve nothing less than the best legal representation, and we pledge to deliver just that when you hire us to handle your lawsuit.

What Injuries Tend to Result from a Bus Accident?

The size and weight of buses can mean that the injuries sustained in a collision are more serious that those you may expect from the average car wreck. For example, we have successfully recovered compensation on behalf of victims suffering from:

• Facial injuries
• Neck and back injuries
• Broken or fractured bones
• Lacerations
• Long term, or permanent, disability
• Psychological and emotional distress

With the legal assistance of an experienced and esteemed Chula Vista attorney, you could recover monetary damages in respect of the pain and suffering you have experienced, alongside:

• Lost earnings while you are unable to work due to recovering from your injuries
• Medical expenses
• Rehabilitation costs
• Wrongful death compensation, when you have lost a close relative in a bus accident