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Bronx Bus Accident LawyerWere you or a loved one injured in a bus accident in the Bronx, NY? You might be entitled to significant financial compensation. An experienced Bronx bus accident lawyer at Oresky & Associates, PLLC can help you fight to win compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and your pain and suffering.

We’ve been committed to fighting for accident victims since we opened our doors back in 1992. Our dedication to our injured clients has helped us secure over $400 million in compensation.

It’s never too early to learn more about your legal options. Just call our law offices in the Bronx, New York, at (718) 993-9999 or contact us here to schedule a free consultation today.

How Oresky & Associates, PLLC Can Help After a Bus Accident in the Bronx

How Oresky & Associates, PLLC Can Help After a Bus Accident in the Bronx

Injury claims involving public transportation in the Bronx can be complicated. Often, government agencies are involved. The last thing you need is a protracted insurance fight while you’re trying to recover from your injuries.

Our Bronx personal injury lawyers at Oresky & Associates, PLLC, have over 30 years of experience handling complex personal injury cases. We can handle every aspect of the legal process so you can focus on getting better.

Our top-rated lawyers have been recognized as Super Lawyers and included in New York Magazine’s “New York’s Leading Personal Injury Lawyers.”

Hiring our lawyers means you’ll have an advocate to:

  • Investigate the circumstances of the accident
  • Locate all responsible parties
  • Consult with respected experts to establish liability and assess your case value
  • Handle all communications with the defense lawyers and insurance companies
  • Negotiate to reach a favorable settlement agreement
  • Take your case to trial and advocate on your behalf if necessary

Hiring an experienced Bronx personal injury attorney greatly increases your chances of recovering the maximum compensation possible. Call for a free initial consultation today to learn more about how our legal team can help.

How Common Are Bus Accidents in the Bronx?

The Metropolitan Transportation Authority (MTA) operates hundreds of bus routes across New York City. On an average weekday, 5.5 million New Yorkers board a bus to get to their destination. Most of the time, buses operate without incident.

Still, bus accidents aren’t uncommon in NYC. In fact, over a three-year period, reports show that MTA buses were involved in approximately 21,000 accidents citywide.

In April 2022 alone, the NYPD reported 316 accidents involving a bus in NYC. A total of 67 of those bus accidents happened in the Bronx.

At Oresky & Associates, PLLC, we handle all types of bus accident cases in the Bronx, including those involving:

  • MTA buses
  • School buses
  • Tour buses
  • Charter buses
  • Airport shuttle buses
  • Greyhound buses
  • Flixbus
  • MegaBus
  • GoBus
  • Peter Pan buses
  • Double Decker Tour Buses
  • And more

If you were injured in a New York City bus accident, you might be entitled to significant compensation. Call our Bronx bus accident attorneys at Oresky & Associates, PLLC, to learn more about your legal rights today.

What Is My Bronx Bus Accident Case Worth?

Many different factors can play a role in the valuation process – and every personal injury case is different.

The following factors tend to be important:

  • The type of injuries you’ve sustained
  • Whether your injuries impact your ability to work
  • The cost of your past medical treatment and anticipated future costs
  • Whether you’re expected to make a full recovery
  • How the trauma of the bus crash has impacted your life
  • The nature of the at-fault party’s actions
  • Whether you played any role in the crash

Speaking with an experienced attorney is the best way to find out how much your personal injury claim is worth. Our lawyers will work hard to assess your case value so you can rest assured that you’re getting the maximum compensation possible.

What Types of Damages Are Available to Bus Accident Victims?

If you were injured in a bus wreck, the following economic and non-economic damages could be available:

In other words, you’re entitled to damages to make you “whole” again. From a financial perspective, it should be as though the accident never happened.

While money can’t truly compensate for your suffering, it’s the only way to get justice. Our lawyers are here to help you fight for every dollar you deserve. Call our law firm today to learn more about how we can help.

Can I Recover Damages If I’m Being Blamed for a Bus Accident in New York?

Unless you were a bus passenger, it’s likely that someone will try to blame you for the accident. Under New York law, all parties who contribute to an accident can be financially responsible for damages. That includes the victim.

Under New York’s pure contributory negligence law, your compensation can be reduced in proportion to your percentage of fault if you share blame for the crash. Still, you won’t lose your right to seek compensation unless you are 100% liable.

We’ll Fight to Recover Compensation for All of Your Bus Accident Injuries

Even a relatively minor bus accident can cause serious injuries. Our lawyers often represent clients who have sustained:

Our lawyers can also help you fight for fair compensation for wrongful death if you lost a loved one in a fatal bus accident.

What Causes Most Bus Accidents in the Bronx, New York City?

Bus accidents can happen for many different reasons. It’s no secret that the roads in NYC are more congested than ever. It’s common for drivers to become frustrated and make mistakes.

Often, bus accidents occur because someone was negligent. Some of the most common causes of bus accidents in the Bronx include:

  • Distracted driving
  • Failure to yield the right-of-way to pedestrians, bicyclists, and other motorists
  • Fatigued driving
  • Violations of hours-of-service rules
  • Failure to check blind spots
  • Failure to account for longer stopping times in poor weather
  • Inexperienced bus drivers
  • Tailgating, speeding, and other aggressive driving behaviors
  • Passing too close to the shoulder and other vehicles
  • Dangerous lane changes
  • Dangerous left-hand turns
  • Speeding through intersections to beat red lights
  • Drunk driving
  • Driving under the influence of drugs
  • Hazardous road conditions
  • Defective bus safety features
  • Failure to inspect and maintain the bus

Whether you were injured as a bus passenger, walking down the street, or while driving your car, you may be entitled to compensation. Contact us today to learn more about whether you have a valid case.

How Do I Prove Negligence After a Bus Accident in New York?

Establishing liability after a bus accident can be more difficult than your typical car accident case. Often, multiple parties are involved. Even if the bus driver caused the accident, someone else might be legally liable for your damages.

Examples of responsible parties include:

  • The bus driver
  • A private company that owns the bus
  • The MTA and other government agencies
  • Third-party drivers
  • Pedestrians and bicyclists
  • Bus manufacturers
  • Maintenance companies

Proving negligence is the first step in many personal injury cases. To establish negligence, you’ll have to prove:

  • The responsible party owed you a legal duty of care
  • A breach of duty caused your accident
  • You sustained damages because of the accident

Bus companies are common carriers in the state of New York. That means they’re subject to a heightened standard of care and have to exercise a higher level of caution. Sometimes that can make it easier to recover compensation. On the other hand, when multiple parties are involved, each will try to blame someone else, making your case much more difficult.

Our lawyers in the Bronx can help you find evidence to support your claim. To learn more, call to schedule a free case evaluation today.

How Long Do I Have to File a Lawsuit After a Bus Accident in New York?

You only have a limited amount of time to take legal action after a bus accident. Most car accident victims in New York have three years to file a personal injury lawsuit.

This statute of limitations applies in cases where the responsible person is a private party. If you were injured in a bus crash involving a private charter bus, for example, the three-year deadline will apply.

You’ll have much less time if the MTA is the defendant in your case. If the MTA was responsible, you must file a claim describing your injuries within 90 days of your accident. Otherwise, you risk losing your right to sue for damages.

Contact a Bronx Bus Accident Lawyer for a Free Consultation

Were you injured in a motor vehicle accident involving a bus in the Bronx? Our team at Oresky & Associates, PLLC, can help. Just call to schedule a free consultation with an experienced Bronx bus accident lawyer today.

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