Austin Bus Accident Attorney

Are you the victim of a bus accident?

Millions of people every day are opting to use public transportation to get to work, travel, or as a relatively inexpensive way to get around town. Buses are one of the most common forms of public transportation, as most cities have fairly well-established bus routes and a loyal ridership. In most cases, even those with no access to another form of transportation are able to take advantage of the bus transit system.

One thing buses lack, however, is safety features like those found in most motor vehicles. Seat belts and airbags have been known to save many lives during car accidents and trucking accidents. Buses do not have any such safety feature in place. Due to this fact, victims of bus accidents often sustain serious injuries and in worst case scenarios, the loss of life. A Bureau of Transportation Statistics report shows there were over 5,000 transit accidents in 2009, with over 21,000 injuries and 230 fatalities.

If you or a loved one has been seriously injured in a bus accident, we recommend you consult with an Austin personal injury lawyer at Barry & Loewy LLP as soon as possible. Bus accidents are different than other types of accidents involving motor vehicles, primarily because determining liability in a bus accident may prove to be a bit more different. Transit Authorities and Bus Charter companies are not always as forthcoming as individuals when it comes to exchange of information. Our attorneys understand this. We have experience in all aspects of personal injury accidents, and will not only thoroughly investigate your case, but will work aggressively to determine if negligence played a role in the bus accident and if so, uncover all responsible parties so they can be held liable.

Bus Accident Lawyer in Austin, Texas

Our firm has been in practice for over 20 years and we pride ourselves in being known as one of the best personal injury law firms in the Austin area. We have attained that recognition due to our commitment to our clients and our dedication to representing their best interests. We are not afraid to go up against large corporations or companies on behalf of our clients. In fact, we have been able to recover tens of millions of dollars in settlements and trial verdicts for our clients.

In one case we were able to uncover evidence proving the company, who owned the vehicle that was involved in the accident, had destroyed key documents relating to the crash. As a result, the value of the case increased and we were able to recover $600,000 on behalf of our client. Injuries to children are amongst the most tragic of all accident cases. We understand how emotional such cases can become and we also respect the privacy of both child and family when it comes to representing our clients. In one such instance, we were able to obtain a confidential settlement on behalf of a minor child.

Contact an Austin bus accident attorney at our firm, if you or a loved one has sustained serious injuries in a bus accident. Before you sign any documents or agree to any settlements, let our attorneys review your case and advise you of your legal options.