Injuries to bus passengers are very common in bus accident cases. This is because, in many circumstances, bus riders do not have a seatbelt or other restraint over them at the time the accident occurs. Therefore, when the bus strikes another vehicle in an accident, or another vehicle collides with the bus, the bus passengers are often jerked around in their seats. They may even strike parts of their bodies on the seatback or window, resulting in serious injuries to the head, neck, or back.
Several types of injuries are especially common to victims of bus accidents. These injuries include soft tissue injuries, broken bones and fractures, head injuries, back and spinal cord injuries, and even death in some cases. These injuries, depending upon their seriousness, can result in a significant amount of medical treatment following the accident.
Medical treatment for these injuries may include any of the following:
- Surgical procedures
- Injections
- Physical or occupational therapy
- Counseling or other types of mental health treatment
- Follow-up appointments
- Consultations with a medical specialist
If you have suffered one or more of these injuries in a bus accident that was caused by a negligent bus driver or other motor vehicle driver, you may file a claim for damages against the bus driver and/or the owner of the bus (such as a school district, municipality, or bus company). An experienced bus accident attorney can help you file your legal claim against the proper defendant(s) in a timely and efficient manner.
