STL Public Transportation and Bus Accident Lawyers
Thousands of people use St. Louis public transportation every day to go to work, school, and for daily errands.
Accidents are possible, and when they occur at no fault of your own, you may be able to file a personal injury lawsuit and seek financial compensation for your injuries and damages.
Filing a personal injury claim after a bus accident can be daunting, but our experienced bus accident lawyers are here to help you through the process.
If you or a loved one is injured in a public transportation accident in St. Louis – bus accidents, Metro Train accidents, or similar incidents – and you suffered injuries or other losses, you may be entitled to legal action to seek compensation for the damages that you incurred.
Contact a St. Louis public transportation accident lawyer from TorHoerman Law today for a free, no-obligation case consultation to discuss your legal options.
You can also use our chatbot to get a free, instant online case evaluation and find out if you qualify for a St. Louis pubic transpiration accident lawsuit right now.
Our personal injury lawyers have decades of experience securing financial compensation for people harmed at no fault of their own.
Successful personal injury cases for bus accidents can compensate victims for related medical bills, lost wages, pain and suffering, and other damages.
Let the experienced St. Louis personal injury lawyers at TorHoerman Law help you.
Many people in the St. Louis area, including adults and children alike, rely on public transportation to get around the city.
But, what happens when a bus, train, or MetroLink is involved in an accident and injuries, or maybe even deaths, occur?
These types of accidents can be frightening, not only because of the amount of trust St. Louis City residents put into public transportation and other forms of transportation, but because the accidents are often catastrophic due to the sheer weight and size of the vehicles and the number of injuries that are likely to occur.
Were you a passenger of a St. Louis public transportation vehicle that was involved in an accident?
Did you suffer injuries due to the accident?
Contact TorHoerman Law St. Louis personal injury lawyers today to find out if you are eligible to receive compensation for your injuries.
Do You Qualify for a Public Transportation or Bus Accident Lawsuit?
St. Louis is a car-centric city with dozens of public and private transportation options.
The St. Louis city bus system serves thousands of people, as does the MetroLink.
Throughout the St. Louis highway system, other modes of transportation are used by people traveling interstate: Greyhound buses, Amtrak, and other services.
Considering these transportation options, St. Louis public transportation accidents include, but are not limited to:
Automobile collisions or truck accidents on a St. Louis public bus
Slip and fall accidents on St. Louis public bus
Automobile collisions or truck accidents involving Greyhound buses
Slip and fall accidents on Greyhound buses
Automobile collision on school buses
Collision with another train or vehicle on the MetroLink train
Public transportation or bus accidents can be deadly because of the size and weight of the vehicles and the number of individuals involved.
A number of serious injuries can result from public transportation and bus accidents.
Common bus crash injuries include, but are not limited to:
Whiplash
Broken bones
Bruises
Lacerations
Burns
Head injuries
Traumatic brain injuries
Facial injuries
Other catastrophic injuries
Wrongful death
If you or a loved one suffered severe injuries after being involved in a bus accident, reach out to our law firm for a free consultation.
Our attorneys specialize in personal injuries related to motor vehicle crashes, and we understand how difficult it can be to find help after an accident occurred.
We work on a contingency fee basis, which means that you DO NOT have to pay for legal representation unless your case ends successfully in compensation.
Common Causes Of St. Louis Bus & MetroLink Accidents
Bus accidents and other public transport accidents can be caused by a variety of factors.
Driver negligence, poor weather conditions, vehicle defects, and other causes routinely contribute to bus accidents and other transportation crashes.
Common causes of public transportation accidents in St. Louis are listed below.
Bus Or MetroLink Defects
A defect in the vehicle or failing to properly maintain the vehicle can lead to a bus crashes, especially considering buses and MetroLink trains are often driven for many miles and long periods of time.
The manufacturer of the bus, the owner of the bus, the bus company, or even the mechanic can be held liable for accidents caused by defects or failure to maintain.
Bus Or MetroLink Company’s Negligence
The company that owns and maintains the bus owes a duty of care to its passengers.
Failure to do so can not only cause an accident but render them responsible.
Bus companies, bus drivers, and other drivers may be held liable for negligent behavior that results in crashes and serious injury.
St. Louis City’s Negligence
The same sentiment as above applies to the City of St. Louis.
Because public transportation is funded by the City, they are responsible for the integrity and safety of all of its vehicles.
You may be wondering, “Is it possible that multiple individuals or companies could be at fault for the accident?”
The answer to the question is yes.
Example:
An accident has occurred and there are multiple injuries.
Not only are riders of the bus injured in the accident, but the driver of the other vehicle was injured, too.
After an investigation, it appears that the driver of the other vehicle ran a red light, but the brakes of the bus also weren’t working properly and the bus was not able to stop in time to avoid hitting the other car.
In this case, the driver of the other vehicle will be partially at fault because of his or her lack of attention, but the bus company also failed to properly inspect the brakes and ensure they were working properly, causing them to be at fault as well.
While this is only one example, there are many instances where multiple parties can be held responsible for an accident.
TorHoerman Law: Your St. Louis Public Transportation and Bus Accident Lawyer
After a public transportation accident, often the last thing on a victim’s mind is hiring a St. Louis personal injury attorney.
The legal process can be daunting and overwhelming, especially as a victim recovers from their injuries and mental trauma.
Our goal is to take the stress off your shoulders and give you the time to recover while we concentrate on getting you the compensation you deserve for your injuries.
To learn more about the TorHoerman Law bus accident attorneys and our expertise in the field, we offer free, no-obligation St. Louis public transportation and bus accident consultations.
Have questions or need legal advice?
Contact TorHoerman Law Firm to speak with an experienced St. Louis bus accident lawyer today.
If you were injured in a bus accident in a vehicle operated by a company like Greyhound, you can file a lawsuit for the negligence of the individual bus driver and/or the negligent company.
Contact an experienced attorney for guidance on your bus accident case.
Our law firm will help you determine liability and pursue compensation from the operating company or bus drivers responsible for the accident.
In Missouri, you have five years from the date of injury to file a lawsuit.
If you fail to file a lawsuit in this time period, you may not be able to receive any compensation at all for your injuries. However, there is one exception.
If the accident resulted in a death, the deceased individual’s family has three years from the time of death to file a lawsuit.
Every bus accident case is different, and different factors may impact the filing deadlines of a personal injury claim.
It is highly recommended that you contact a law firm for insight on your individual case.
Tor Hoerman has represented injured individuals for more than 30 years, with experience spanning individual personal injury cases and nationwide mass tort litigation. His work includes car accidents, catastrophic injuries, product liability claims, and other serious injury cases. Tor has served in court-appointed leadership roles in national litigation and tried cases involving major corporate defendants.
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