Injuries suffered in a bus accident can range from mild to severe, sometimes resulting in debilitating conditions. You trusted the bus driver to operate safely with their training. When they fail you, we provide you with legal support.
At The Pendleton Law Team, our Ashburn area bus accident lawyer is an advocate for you. When you need answers, set up a free consultation to discuss your case with our Ashburn area personal injury lawyer. We have advocated for the injured since our firm’s founding in 2011.
What Makes Bus Accidents More Complex
In Ashburn, there are numerous bus services. There are paratransit services, commercial buses, and school buses. However, numerous factors impact your ability to file a claim.
- Government-owned bus systems. In some situations, you must file a claim for your losses against a government agency, and that comes with significant timeline restrictions and limitations on what you can claim. Virginia law grants immunity to government agencies in some situations.
- School buses. These are also complex legal claims since the school may be a government agency. In those cases, your time for acting is very limited.
- Commercial vehicles. If a private company is operating the vehicle, you can file a claim against the company for your losses, but they will be aggressive in trying to reduce the compensation paid to you.
In each of these situations, having a bus accident attorney serving Ashburn by your side can make a big difference. Our lawyer will represent you throughout the legal process, helping you act within the statute of limitations and seek all damages the law allows. We protect you from aggressive insurance companies and unfair treatment.
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How We Build Your Bus Accident Case
After your bus accident, expect our legal team to provide you with a free, no-obligation consultation. During that conversation, we will be transparent with you about your legal rights and the limitations in your case. If you decide to work with us, we will begin building your case from the ground up:
- Investigation. Our goal is to investigate your accident to determine all parties at fault. In doing so, we can maximize your access to compensation owed to you. We will review commercial vehicle logs, dash camera footage, and witness statements to gather all necessary details.
- Determine all of your losses. Many bus accidents result in serious injuries, including life-threatening conditions such as traumatic brain injuries and spinal cord damage. We look at your current and future losses, including all physical, emotional, and financial losses you incurred and will face.
- Negotiate a fair level of compensation with the insurance company. We will negotiate your claim aggressively, and because we build an evidence-based case, we often win.
Most of our cases settle out of court in our clients’ favor. That means you get the funds you need faster. However, our trial-experienced attorneys will fight for you at trial when necessary. Litigation does not stop us from fighting for you to receive fair compensation.
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Who We Help in Bus Accident Cases
Bus accident injuries can occur in various ways, with numerous parties suffering losses. If you suffered injuries requiring medical care, we want to speak with you about your rights to fair compensation. Our team works with:
- Bus passengers were hurt due to the driver’s actions
- Pedestrians struck by buses
- Other drivers struck by buses
- Bike riders hit by a bus
- Passengers on a bus were injured due to the actions of another driver
Schedule time to speak with us during a free consultation. We do not charge you anything up front for our legal services. You only pay us when we win your case. The Pendleton Law Team can provide insight into your losses.
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Why Bus Accidents Happen in Ashburn
Buses are a critical component of local transportation throughout Ashburn. Whether you are trying to get to Dulles Town Center or Ashburn Village along Route 62 or you are hurt in an accident on Route 331 or 333, we know that most of these accidents are preventable. Some of the most common causes of bus accidents include:
- Distracted driving, especially when the bus driver is paying attention to passengers or navigational tools rather than the road conditions.
- Driver fatigue is very common among drivers operating early in the morning or late at night, as well as those on long or extended shifts.
- Reckless driving, including speeding, running red lights, failing to stop before turning, and failing to yield the right of way.
- Intoxication from the use of drugs or alcohol, or impairment resulting from the use of any type of medication
- Mechanical issues due to poor maintenance and upkeep of the vehicle, resulting in tire and brake failures
Even if you are unsure what caused your injuries, set up a consultation to speak to us about your rights. We will review your case and then create a comprehensive claim for you. Learn more about our compassionate and experienced attorneys today.
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What Your Bus Accident Claim May Be Worth
The value of a bus accident claim depends on the seriousness of your injuries. Our experience allows us to seek maximum recovery of losses. Some examples of these losses include:
- Medical expenses from your injuries
- Future medical costs related to your ongoing care needs
- Loss of earnings and loss of earning capacity
- Pain and suffering
- Emotional trauma and mental anguish
With years of experience fighting for victims, you can trust that we will evaluate all areas of loss you have and build a strong case and claim for you. Do not hesitate to speak to us today about your rights. We will evaluate your claim and fight for the fair recovery of all losses to which you are entitled under the law.
Request a Free Case Evaluation from Our Ashburn Area Bus Accident Attorney Today
Speak to the team at The Pendleton Law Team today. We want to hear what happened to you. Request a conversation with our bus accident lawyer serving Ashburn to go over your case. All consultations are free.
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