Legal Representation After a New York School Bus Collision
School bus accidents often leave devastation in their wake. Parents are forced to see their children suffer, or worse, deal with their passing. If your child has been the victim of school bus accident in New York, please let the compassionate NY bus accident lawyers at Wingate, Russotti, Shapiro, Moses & Halperin, LLP give you not only the legal guidance but also the emotional support you need to get through this most difficult period in your life.
You should not have to pay for the damages incurred in your child’s school bus accident. Our legal team can help you fight to get coverage for medical expenses, wages lost while caring for your child, pain and suffering, and more. Do not underestimate your right to pursue compensation. With our assistance, you can bring the liable party to justice.
To speak with one of our New York school bus accident attorney, please call (212) 986-7353. We offer free, comprehensive case evaluations.
Major Causes of School Bus Accidents
According to traffic accident reports by various organizations, the major contributing factors behind school bus accidents are the following:
- Bus driver fatigue and violation of hours of service regulations
- Speeding
- Alcohol and drug violations
- Defective equipment
- Distractions from unruly passengers
- Road rage or aggressive driving
Our attorneys will thoroughly analyze the facts of your case to identify the primary causal factor behind the school bus accident. Potential supporting evidence may take the form of witness accounts, entries in the bus driver’s log, street camera footage, and even testimony from accident reconstruction specialists and other professionals in relevant fields. Whatever evidence there is, we will do everything possible to find it.
Dependable School Bus Accident Attorneys in New York
At Wingate, Russotti, Shapiro, Moses & Halperin, LLP, we understand how stressful it can be to take matters into your own hands. With our assistance, however, you will have a dependable NYC child injury attorney watching your back so you won’t have to worry. If you want a law firm that treats clients like family, contact our office today at (212) 986-7353.
Additional Information
- New School Bus Law Includes Security Cameras to Catch Negligent Drivers
- School Bus Transportation in New York Stats
- NY Governor's Traffic Safety Committee - School Bus Safety
NY School Bus Accident Verdicts & Settlements
$3.75 Million - Client Rear-Ended by School Bus
$2 Million - Driver Injured When Vehicle Struck by School Bus
$2 Million - Rear-Ended by a School Bus
$1.4 Million - Rear-Ended by a School Bus
$875,000 - School Bus Accident: Rear End Collision
$160,000 - School Bus Accident: Pedestrian Injury