Bus Accidents

If you are injured while riding a bus or struck by a bus, you have important legal rights. To protect your claim:

• If you are a passenger: Always provide your name and contact information to the bus operator before leaving the scene. This may be the only evidence proving you were a passenger at the time of the accident.
• Insurance considerations: Bus accidents often involve different insurance coverage rules compared to private car accidents, and recovery may come from multiple sources.
• Common carrier responsibility: Because buses are usually classified as “common carriers,” they are held to a higher duty of care to ensure passenger safety. This means operators and bus companies may be held more accountable for negligence than typical motorists.

Claims involving SEPTA or other commercial bus companies often include strict filing requirements, possible governmental immunity issues, and shortened notice deadlines. Our firm has the experience you need to navigate these complex rules and fight for the compensation you deserve.