How many buses do you see when you are out and about each day? There are thousands of buses in and around Kansas City, and while most of them are completely safe, we know that there are times when accidents happen. When bus accidents occur in the Kansas City area, it is important for you or your loved one to seek legal advice on the bus accident case.
At Townsend Law, LLC, we are here when you need a Kansas City bus accident attorney. These vehicles can cause major injuries in the event of a crash, and we will help you secure the compensation you need.
These Are Serious Accidents
You probably do not spend much time thinking about bus accidents unless you see one on the news that has resulted in major injuries or multiple fatalities. However, we want you to remember that buses are a part of our society:
- School buses
- Public transportation buses
- Airport shuttle buses
- Long-distance transportation buses
- And More
For the latest reporting year in Missouri, nearly 2,000 bus crashes were reported, with hundreds of injuries and multiple fatalities.
Please understand that the potential for major injuries, even mass casualty incidents, in bus crashes is real. Passengers are rarely restrained in their seats with seat belts, and passengers in other vehicles involved can be severely injured or result in wrongful death. It is not uncommon for us to see the following serious injuries as a result of bus crashes:
- Traumatic brain injuries/head injuries
- Spinal cord injuries/paralysis
- Internal organ damage/internal bleeding
- Broken or dislocated bones
- Severe lacerations or amputations
Each of these injuries requires immediate emergency medical care that can lead to tremendous costs for the victims and their families.
How These Accidents Happen
Today, we want to discuss two main ways bus crashes happen: driver negligence and vehicle failure.
Bus drivers should all have their commercial driver’s licenses and the proper endorsements for each vehicle they are asked to operate. They should never drive while distracted by their phones or other devices and never operate while impaired by drugs or alcohol (or any motor vehicle). Bus companies or agencies should always ensure that each vehicle undergoes regular inspection and maintenance to avoid car accidents. So many bus crashes and serious injuries occur because one or more of these systems fails while a motorist driver is operating at higher speeds:
- Brakes
- Steering
- Powertrain
- Lighting
- Suspension
- Tires/wheels
If a driver or bus company is at fault in an accident that causes injuries, they need to be held accountable.
If You Have Been Injured
Bus crashes happen when you least expect them. If you have been injured in a bus crash caused by another person’s negligence, please seek legal assistance immediately. Whether you were a bus passenger or another party involved, you may be eligible for compensation.
At Townsend Law, LLC, we will work to ensure you are compensated for the following:
- Coverage of your medical bills related to the incident
- Compensation for lost income if you are unable to work
- Pain and suffering/loss of enjoyment of life damages
- Possible punitive damages against the driver or company
Our entire law firm works to maintain an excellent attorney-client relationship. Our personal injury attorneys know how to work with insurance companies and have years of experience in these cases, and can offer a free case evaluation. The choice of a lawyer is an important step, and years of experience, along with the attorney-client relationship, is part of that decision when deciding to work with personal injury attorneys.
If you need a Kansas City bus accident attorney, you can contact us for a free consultation by clicking here or calling us at 833-869-6529.