A school bus is an enormous vehicle. The size and weight of a bus can mean that it has extreme consequences for the passengers within, most of whom are not provided with restraints or seat belts, if their is an accident. Adding to the danger of passengers on school buses are unsafe roadways, congestion, drivers who don’t understand the rules of the road, improperly trained bus drivers, malfunctioning parts, the list goes on and on. In Las Vegas, school bus accidents can have a many different of causes. Though many school bus injuries are minor, others are severe. Rollovers, collisions, and other bus accidents can lead to broken bones, brain injury, paralysis, and even death.
Legal Responsibilities
The behavior of bus companies are dictated by federal and state laws. Bus drivers are required to exercise the best possible standard of care when it comes to their passengers. Often times, accidents can be blamed on the negligence of the bus carrier; however, the bus driver, manufacturer, and other associated third parties may share the burden of blame. Complicating matters even further–public and private entities may be involved, and many bus cases have both a state and federal component.
At Mainor Wirth, our attorneys understand the consequences of bus accidents and their overwhelming cost. Mainor Wirth has what it takes to investigate your claim, gather evidence, and bring negligent parties to justice. Given the complexity of these accidents, it’s no time to do it by yourself or settle for a quick-fix payout from an insurance company. You deserve to receive maximum compensation, and at Mainor Wirth Injury Lawyers, we are ready to take on your case.
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