New York Bus Injury Attorneys

NY Auto Accident Lawyers

Due to the growing volume of local traffic congestions on New York roadways, commuters are using rapid transit and public bus transportation more and more each year.

Commuters and college students prefer Park and Ride options to reach their final destinations, and public buses are becoming an appealing option for those sick of wasting time and gas sitting in their cars in New York traffic.

Unfortunately, in relation to the growing number of people using buses as their main source of transportation, the number of injuries and deaths resulting from bus accidents is also rising.

If you have been injured as a result of a bus accident in New York, either as a passenger, pedestrian, or driver/passenger of another vehicle involved in the accident, you may be able to file a claim against the bus company to recover for your damages.

You need the advice of an experienced New York personal injury attorney at Goidel and Siegel law firm. Claims for damages against a public entity or governmental entity are complex and have strict time limitations. The laws are complex and vary greatly depending upon the circumstances surrounding the accident.

Contact our NYC accident attorneys today for a free consultation
212-840-3737.

Personal Injury Law: Motor Vehicle Injury Articles

• Common Causes Of Subway Accidents
  Millions of people every day depend on subways and mass transportation in our cities as an economical and effective form of transportation. These people are depending on the transit authority to get them to where they are going safely. Unfortunately this doesn’t always happen. Subway accidents and derailments cause serious injuries and sometimes even death.
  
  
• Drunk Driving Accidents Are Not Uncommon
  Drunk driving is a serious and common issue that everyone should understand and be aware of. Studies have shown that auto accidents are the leading cause of death for people under the age of 35 and about 40 percent of all fatal auto accidents are alcohol related. When involved in a drunk driving accident and pursuing a civil lawsuit it is very important to understand that there will be many aspects of the case that are unique to alcohol related accidents.
  
  
• New York Bicycle Accidents: What You Should Know
  Bicycle accidents occur more often than you may think. Each year in the United States approximately one million children are injured because of a bicycle related accident and every six hours, a fatal bicycle accident occurs. Although not all bicycle accidents involve a motor vehicle, a majority of the accidents do. Often drivers make a turn or pull out of driveway and hit a bicyclist because they simply don’t look for them.
  
  
• Choosing a Personal Injury Attorney : What To Look For
  Personal injuries are serious issues that include permanent disability and sometimes even death. Victims need to pursue a lawsuit to obtain financial damages to pay for their medical bills, lost income, and to compensate for pain and suffering.
  
  
• School Bus Accidents : Rare, But Still An Issue
  The accident rate for school busses is thankfully, very low. Considering the sheer volume of school busses that transport children to and from school daily, school busses are relatively very safe. This is probably due in part to their large size and design, and the lower speeds in which they tend to travel. However, motor vehicle accidents do still occur on school busses, and when they do, the consequences can be overwhelming for everyone involved.