Do I Have Any Special Protections as a Passenger on a Greyhound Bus?

When a bus crashes, passengers are particularly vulnerable to severe injuries, especially since bus passengers rarely have seat belts – and they might even be standing when the accident happens.

If you suffered injuries as a bus passenger, it can be a complex process to get the compensation you deserve. While the law gives you some extra protection as a passenger, there are still many obstacles between you and the financial coverage of your medical bills and other losses.

The best move is to seek assistance from a bus accident attorney near you who handles these types of accident claims. Cloward Trial Lawyers knows the ins and outs of bus accident cases, and we can represent you throughout the claim process. Consult with us today for more information.

Buses are Common Carriers

Greyhound buses are known as common carriers under the law, which means these vehicles transport passengers (or goods) as a commercial enterprise. In general, common carriers are held to a higher standard of care under the law.

So, what does this mean for your bus accident claim?

Most personal injury claims require victims to prove the liable party was negligent. Negligence means they acted unreasonably under the circumstances. Negligence is based on a reasonable person’s standard – or how a reasonable person should act in a similar situation.

While you still have to prove the negligence of a bus driver or bus company following this type of crash, the common carrier status holds bus operators to a higher standard than the reasonable person. Instead of requiring bus operators to use reasonable care, the law requires common carriers to use the utmost care to keep passengers safe.

While you still need to present evidence that the bus operator (including the driver or company) breached their duty of care, it can be easier to prove when the liable party was a common carrier.

These are complicated legal principles, and you want the right legal help from our firm during this entire process.

Seeking Compensation for Your Losses

Once we prove who should be liable for your losses, we will seek full compensation for all your losses. These include:

• Past and future medical bills from your injury
• Lost income if your injury forced you to miss work
• Future lost earning power if you can no longer work
• Physical and mental pain and suffering
• Permanent disabilities or disfigurement from your injuries

Proving liability is only half the battle, as then, we need to prove your losses and the financial settlement you deserve.

Speak with Our Greyhound Bus Accident Attorneys Today

Contact us to learn more and for a free case evaluation today.