Conroe Bus Accident Lawyers Safeguard Clients’ Rights
Experienced Texas attorneys build cases for mass transit injuries
Bus accidents, though less frequent than other motor vehicle crashes, can be catastrophic. Texas Department of Transportation statistics show that of 4,000 bus accidents in the state in a recent year, more than a quarter resulted in injuries and fatalities. The Conroe bus accident lawyers at Hope & Causey, P.C., help individuals who are hurt or who lose family members in these incidents pursue fair compensation. Our law firm has proudly served the Montgomery County area for over four decades.
Common causes of bus accidents
The most common reasons for buses to crash are the following:
- Driving while distracted
- Speeding and aggressive driving
- Impaired driving
- Drowsy driving
- Inadequate driver training
- Poor bus maintenance
- Defective parts
- Mechanical failures
We fully investigate each accident involving our clients and amass the evidence needed to build a strong claim for compensation.
Who can be held liable for a bus accident in Texas?
Drivers often bear the brunt of fault for a bus crash, but sometimes the blame can be shared. Potentially liable parties include private bus companies, school districts such as Conroe Independent School District and Houston ISD and government agencies such as Conroe Connection Transit and METRO, which serves the greater Houston area. Other drivers may also share responsibility. Our lawyers do the groundwork needed to determine parties whose negligent actions contributed to your accident.
Types of injuries in bus accidents
While newer school buses in Texas have seat belts, older models and public transit buses generally do not. Passengers can be injured from being thrown in various directions during an accident. People in other vehicles can suffer catastrophic injuries when hit by a bus, which can weigh as much as 12 tons. Injuries that can be suffered in bus crashes include:
- Whiplash
- Concussion
- Spinal cord injuries
- Traumatic brain injuries
- Head, neck and back trauma
- Organ damage
- Soft tissue damage
Our attorneys are skilled at taking all steps needed to pursue critical personal injurycases. Whether you’ve sustained a serious injury or lost a family member in a bus accident, we will work hard to get you a beneficial financial resolution.
The legal process following a Conroe bus accident
Our Conroe attorneys investigate all available facts and evidence to build a case. We will file a claim with the potentially liable party’s insurance company and work to negotiate a fair settlement. If no good faith settlement is offered by the defense, we’ll counsel you about suing the at-fault party in court.
Compensation for a Texas bus accident injury
The severity of your injuries and the damages you’ve sustained are determining factors for how much compensation you might receive. Damages in bus accident cases can include the following:
- Current and future medical bills
- Lost wages and benefits
- Loss of earning capacity
- Pain and suffering
- Emotional distress
The degree of negligence of the liable party (or parties) is another factor. Our experienced personal injury lawyers will assess all the details of your accident to help you arrive at a case value.
Contact an effective Texas bus accident lawyer for a free consultation
Hope & Causey, P.C. in Conroe has a history of winning compensation for Texans injured in motor vehicle accidents, including bus crashes. Call us at 936-441-4673 or contact us online to arrange a free initial consultation.
