Elizabeth Bus Accident Attorney

A traffic accident with a city, school or privately owned bus in Elizabeth can involve complicated personal injury laws. Rather than a first-party insurance claim through your auto insurer, you may need to file a claim against the bus company, the government or another party instead. The lawyers at Console & Associates P.C. can help you with each step of a personal injury claim in Elizabeth, starting with a free discussion about your rights at our local law office. Call (862) 229-1137 to schedule yours today.

Why Hire Us?

• We have the drive and experience to take on even the most complex bus accident claims. Our firm has been helping clients in Elizabeth for over 25 years.
• We use proven legal strategies to achieve top results. Our personal injury lawyers have obtained more than $100 million for past clients.
• We do not charge an hourly fee during legal proceedings. Instead, you pay through a percentage of your settlement or verdict, and only if we win.

Do You Need a Bus Accident Lawyer?

Liability for a bus accident is not as simple as liability for a standard car accident. Instead of a case existing only between two drivers, a bus accident claim can involve a bus company, an employer, a manufacturer or the city. Navigating liability and fighting for fair compensation may not be easy as an injured victim. If you hire the right attorney, however, you can enjoy peace of mind while your lawyer handles the claim. Rather than going through this tough time alone, your lawyer can take care of complex legal matters on your behalf while you focus on healing.

Who Is Liable for an Elizabeth Bus Accident?

Liability is someone’s legal and financial responsibility for another person’s accident. Liability for a bus accident may exist if someone reasonably could have prevented the collision yet negligently failed to do so. Determining liability and fault for your bus accident first takes identifying its cause.

• A reckless or distracted bus driver
• Drunk driving
• Lack of bus driver training
• Negligent third-party driver
• Faulty bus equipment
• Poor bus maintenance
• Roadway defect
• Malfunctioning traffic light
• Inadequate bus stop security

If the bus driver or company contributed to your accident, you may have a claim against the corporation. In cases involving city buses or school buses, the liable party could be a government entity, such as Union County or the City of Elizabeth. Bringing a strong claim against the correct defendant may take assistance from an attorney.

What to Do After a Bus Accident

Your first priority after a serious bus accident should be protecting your rights. Focus on your own well-being by taking photographs of your injuries and seeking immediate medical care. Then, protect your claim to damages by hiring an attorney you can trust.

1. Report your injuries. Call 911 and report the accident if anyone has injuries. Tell the bus driver about the accident, as well, if you have an injury from a hazard on the bus. Seek medical attention right away.
2. Collect information. Start building your case by collecting evidence such as photographs, eyewitness information, police report numbers and medical records. A lawyer may be able to use these documents to build a case.
3. Call an attorney. Do not attempt to negotiate your bus accident claim alone. These cases can involve complicated factors such as multiple plaintiffs or government defendants. Contact a lawyer for assistance.

The lawyers at Console & Associates PC can take over a bus accident claim on your behalf in Elizabeth at any stage of the legal process. Learn more about your specific case today by calling us at (862) 229-1137.

Contact Us for a Free Bus Accident Consultation

A bus accident could cause serious personal injuries such as broken bones, lacerations, soft-tissue damage, head injuries, brain injuries and back injuries. If you have injuries from an accident as a bus passenger, a third-party driver or a bicyclist/pedestrian, please do not hesitate to contact us for a free consultation about a potential lawsuit. We can discuss your legal options at no cost or obligation.