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If you were injured in a bus accident - whether you were involved in an accident as a pedestrian, a passenger or another road user - then you could be entitled to financial compensation.
Nobody should have to experience harm that could have been avoided had other road users acted responsibly. However, there is help available and those affected may be able to seek out compensation.
In 2022 alone, 2,147 bus and coach occupants were injured in road collisions. Meanwhile, eight people suffered fatal injuries after being hit by a bus in London alone. For all road users, following road safety guidance as outlined in the Highway Code is paramount.
If you or someone close to you has ben injured in an accident involving a bus, then seeking expert legal counsel from an experienced bus accident solicitor is the best way to find out whether you could claim compensation.
While no amount of money could ever negate the pain that bus accidents can cause, with the right solicitor on your side you could make a claim that considers the full extent of the harm you have experienced.
A successful personal injury claim can help to alleviate some of the financial burdens associate with bus accidents, leaving you free to focus on moving forward.
At SDS Solicitors, we have spent decades supporting our clients from across England and Wales through making a claim. We know that our clients rely on us to advocate for them, and we make it our mission to do just that.
From an initial discussion to determine whether you have a valid compensation claim, to learning how much money you could be entitled to and what your next step should be, our experts are there to support you througout the process.
To chat with our experts, give us a call at the number at the top of this page or fill out our contact form.
The level of compensation paid out for bus accident injuries depends on a wide variety of factors. The largest factor under consideration is of course the extent of the injuries you have suffered as a direct result of the bus accident and the associated loses you have incurred.
The general damages you could be entitled to are designed to compensate you for the pain, suffering, and loss of amenities (PSLA) you have incurred as a result of your bus accident.
The Judicial College Guidelines outline a range of compensation amounts that you could claim for. These only refer to the general damages of your claim, and not to the reimbursement of your expenses or other damages, which are arranged under the special damages.
Some of the guidelines include:
The length of time taken (or estimated by doctors) for you to recover from your injuries will also be taken into account. Additionally, in most cases victims of bus accidents can experience multiple injuries following an accident, which will also impact the total amount of compensation that can be claimed for.
Whether your injuries are moderate or minor, you still deserve to be compensated for the pain you have experienced.
If you want to find out how much you could be entitled to, and whether you have a case, is by getting in touch with a solicitor who is experienced in handling similar cases.
To get the closure you rightly deserve and to give yourself the best chance of making a successful claim, contact us on the number at the top of this page or by filling out our contact form.
Bus accidents can have a catastrophic effect on a victim’s life. Unfortunately, there are many potential causes of this kind of accidents, including:
Pedestrians can also become involved in bus accidents and can experience extreme injuries as a result. Causes of pedestrian injuries in bus accidents include:
Even passengers can be harmed in a bus accident. For example, if the bus comes to a sudden stop, passengers (especially those standing) can be thrown off balance and fall. Other causes of passenger injuries include:
If you were injured due to a road collision involving a bus, you could be entitled to compensation, even if your exact situation is not listed above. To find out whether you could have a claim and how much you may be entitled to, contact our bus accident claims experts today.
If you were injured in a bus accident- whether as a bus passenger, a pedestrian or another road user - you could be entitled to compensation.
By seeking out expert legal advice, you will learn whether you could have a claim for compensation and how much you could be entitled to. If you then wish to pursue compensation, an experienced solicitor will be able to help you seek an appropriate amount of compensation, taking into account:
At SDS Solicitors, we understand that the financial burden of a bus accident injury is only one part of the picture. That’s why we also make sure that the amount of compensation we seek on your behalf also reflects the physical and emotional toll that you have experienced as a result of the accident.
When you choose us, our experts are right there with you every step of the way.
At SDS Solicitors, we have been putting our clients' needs first for decades. Whether you are seeking compensation for yourself or on behalf of someone close to you who is unable to do so for themselves, we will advocate for you and offer you full transparency (and support) throughout the process of making your claim.
We operate on a No Win No Fee basis. This means that you do not need to pay any upfront legal fees until the case has been won.
The sheer size, height and length of buses mean that even the most experienced bus drivers struggle to see all around them at all times. This means that buses have more blind spots than the average vehicle.
This is something that should be taken into account when on the road by all road users - not just the bus drivers themselves.
However, if you were injured in a collision caused by the bus driver not seeing your vehicle in their blind spot, you could still be entitled to compensation depending on the details of your situation.
To find out for sure, contact our experts today.
As outlined in The Public Service Vehicles (Conduct of Drivers, Inspectors, Conductors and Passengers) Regulations 1990, bus drivers have a duty of care. This means they have a legal responsibility to ensure that their actions do not pose an unnecessary risk to the safety of their passengers.
They should also assess the vulnerability of their passengers. Examples of passengers deemed particularly vulnerable include:
However, bus drivers do not have to wait for each passenger to sit down before they continue to drive. While they should always consider the vulnerability of each passenger before they resume driving, the bus driver may not be deemed at fault if you suffered an injury as a result.
In these instances, the driver would only be held responsible if you could prove that they did not consider the vulnerability of their passengers before they continued driving. This can be easier to prove nowadays, as most buses have significant CCTV visibility at all times.
If you, or someone close to you, were injured while making your way to your seat because the bus driver continued driving, you may be entitled to compensation providing that the driver’s carelessness can be proven.
To find out if you could have a claim, don’t hesitate to get in touch with us via the number at the top of this page or by filling out our contact form.
Our team helps motorists, passengers, and pedestrians who have been injured in a bus accident on the road to obtain the compensation they deserve, and we are ready to help you.
Our experienced Road Traffic Accident Solicitors act regularly for clients across Greater Manchester including Ashton, Bury, Bolton, Radcliffe, Prestwich, Middleton, Failsworth, Rochdale, Oldham, and Whitefield.
Sheldon Davidson Solicitors are a Lexcel accredited law firm. The Lexcel standard is only awarded by the Law Society to firms who meet the highest standards of practice management and customer service.
If you have been injured in an accident involving a bus, either as a passenger or bystander, contact us today. With Sheldon Davidson's Personal Injury Solicitors in Manchester, you can be confident that your claim is in safe hands.
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