Bus Accident Lawyer
If you’ve been hurt while traveling on mass transit in Maryland, your Greenblatt & Veliev, LLC bus accident lawyer can help. We are located in Rockville, but help injured victims throughout Maryland, DC, Virginia, and Pennsylvania. We understand how catastrophic these types of injuries can be, along with the long-term impact they can have.
Get the expertise you need to file a claim for bus crash or metro accident injuries. We want to help you win your case and get the justice you deserve.
- Metro Accidents
- MTA Bus Accidents
- Mass Transit Accidents
- Private Tour Bus Accidents
- School Bus Crashes
- Train Crashes
Maryland’s Bus Accident Laws
The local laws that will affect your personal injury claim depend on a lot more factors than you may think. The type of bus you were riding – public, private, or school bus, for example, will determine the types of laws Maryland has in place for safe operation. If you are hurt on a train instead, there can be jurisdiction overlaps and confusion over who can be held responsible.
A personal injury attorney familiar with public transportation accidents can help you weave through all the red tape and hold the right parties responsible.
- If the bus is run by a government agency, you typically have 3 years to file a claim.
- If the bus is run by the state, you typically have 1 year to file a claim.
- You must clearly prove negligence on behalf of the common carrier or driver.
Can I File A Claim As A Pedestrian?
Pedestrians can be hurt getting on or off the bus, waiting for a train, or while entering, exiting, or waiting at a train depot. We can gather evidence to determine whether you, as a pedestrian or bicyclist, have a case. Inadequate station security, slips and falls on icy stairs, and drivers who pull away before you are on or off the bus can all result in serious injury.
What Causes Mass Transit Accidents?
How did this happen? Uncovering how your bus or train accident happened will take investigation. We work hard to uncover the main culprits, so we can hold negligent parties responsible for your injuries, pain, and suffering. Whether it’s human error, neglected repairs, or bad weather, we’ll get to the bottom of the situation and get you maximum compensation.
- Bad Driving — Tailgating, Speeding & Illegal Turns
- DUI — Alcohol, Drugs, Or Prescription Medication
- Bad Weather — Rain, Snow, Or Ice
- Driver Fatigue
- Inadequate Employee Training
- Neglected Maintenance Of Vehicles & Tracks
- Defective Vehicles Or Parts
- Incorrect Dispatching Information
Common Bus Crash Injuries
Unlike cars or trucks, buses and other forms of mass transit move large numbers of people who can be standing or sitting without adequate safety devices, like seatbelts. When a train or bus crashes, you can get hurt or even killed.
We can help you get compensation for your injuries or on behalf of a loved one after a wrongful death.
- Traumatic Brain Injuries
- Head Injuries
- Spinal Cord Injuries
- Burns & Scars
- Broken & Fractured Bones
- Amputations
- Paralysis
- Wrongful Death
How A Bus Accident Attorney Can Help
Hiring a bus accident lawyer can help you get compensation for medical expenses, lost work, and pain and anguish after a crash. When multiple agencies, people, and insurance companies are involved, common carrier personal injury cases get really complicated, really fast. Why not let us take care of that for you?
Get Help In Maryland — Call Now
If you’ve been involved in a Maryland bus or train accident, contact us at Greenblatt & Veliev, LLC in Rockville. We can also help with motorcycle accidents, car accidents, boating accidents, bicycle & pedestrian accidents, Uber & Lyft accidents, and truck accidents. Call now to schedule your free case evaluation and take the first steps towards a settlement or winning your personal injury case.
