Bus accident cases can be complex because they often involve government entities. Additionally, injuries from a bus crash can be severe.

If you or someone you love was hurt in a bus collision, Fleming Law Accident & Injury Attorneys can help you prepare a claim for compensation. Our personal injury attorneys have over 100 years of combined experience. Let our Denton bus accident lawyer put this knowledge to work for you.

Bus Passengers and Vehicle Drivers Can Pursue Accident Claims

In a bus crash, passengers inside the bus can get injured. Drivers and passengers in other involved vehicles may also get hurt. Whether you were riding in the bus or another car, you can seek compensation if the accident was the fault of the bus driver.

In general, our bus crash attorney in Denton can help you pursue:

  • The cost of your medical care – including current, future, and ongoing medical treatment
  • Your lost income and earning potential – including wages, salaries, bonuses, commissions, and lost future earnings
  • Monetary damages for pain and suffering – including compensation for paralyzing injuries, scarring and disfigurement, severe pain, emotional distress, and mental anguish

Our wrongful death lawyers can assist you if your family member passed away because of a bus accident injury. We know money cannot bring back what you have lost, but it can offer your family financial protection.

Who Pays for Bus Accident Injuries?

The Denton County Transportation Authority (DCTA) operates several public transportation services in Denton County. These services include the Connect Bus in the City of Denton and the North Texas Xpress, which connects Denton to Fort Worth.

If a DCTA bus was involved in your crash, the DCTA may be responsible for your injuries and damages. The DCTA is a government entity, and claims involving government entities fall under the Texas Tort Claims Act (TTCA).

The TTCA strictly limits your time to file a case against the government. You may have months, not years, to initiate legal action. Our Denton bus wreck attorneys can tell you more about deadlines and help you get started.

We can also handle cases involving private bus lines, such as Greyhound.

What Caused Your Bus Crash?

Buses are common carriers under state law. This designation means bus drivers must follow special rules and regulations laid out by the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA). These rules hold them to a higher standard for safety than average drivers.

For example, bus drivers must have a commercial driver’s license, submit to alcohol and drug testing, and inspect their vehicles.

When drivers (and their employers) fail to uphold FMCSA rules or disobey the rules of the road, they can be held liable for crashes. Our Denton attorney can help you build a case proving a bus driver was at fault for the collision.

How Our Legal Team Can Help

Bus accident claims can be challenging. They often involve multiple liable parties, government entities, short deadlines, and legal guidelines specific to these types of cases. Our Denton bus crash attorneys can help you navigate these complexities.

We are a highly rated, award-winning law firm with a focus on client service. We can help you prepare for every stage of your lawsuit with the compassion, respect, and dignity you deserve.

Our legal team can help you act quickly. We can conduct an accident investigation, prepare your claim, and demand fair compensation. If necessary, we can pursue damages in civil court.

Contact Us To Discuss Your Bus Crash With a Denton Attorney

Fleming Law Accident & Injury Attorneys is available 24/7 to help new clients. Contact us today to learn more about how a Denton bus accident lawyer from our firm can help you seek full and fair compensation. We offer free consultations and work on a contingency fee basis.