MIAMI BUS ACCIDENT LAWYER
A bus accident could leave you dealing with painful injuries and mounting expenses that make it hard to move forward. Payer Law Personal Injury Lawyers is here to help. Our Miami bus accident lawyer James D. Payer will work to hold the responsible parties accountable and fight for full and fair compensation. Call (305) 363-7099 or contact us online to schedule a free consultation.
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Table of Contents
- How Can Payer Law Personal Injury Lawyers Help With My Miami Bus Accident Injury Claim?
- Bus Accidents in Miami Can Cause Severe and Life-Threatening Injuries
- How Common Are Bus Accidents and Injuries in Miami?
- Who Can Be Held Liable for My Damages if I Was Injured in a Florida Bus Accident?
- What Types of Damages Are Available to Bus Accident Victims in Miami?
- Can I Recover Damages if I Get Blamed for Causing a Bus Accident in Florida?
- How Long Do I Have to File a Personal Injury Lawsuit After a Bus Accident in Florida?
- Contact an Experienced Miami Bus Accident Lawyer to Arrange a Free Case Evaluation Today
How Can Payer Law Personal Injury Lawyers Help With My Miami Bus Accident Injury Claim?
A serious bus crash can have life-altering consequences, but negligent drivers, bus companies, and government transit authorities may avoid taking responsibility. We take that burden off your shoulders, handling all the legal aspects of your case so you can focus on recovery.
Our skilled Miami personal injury law firm has served Florida victims for nearly 30 years, and our lead attorney has almost three decades of experience in personal injury law.
We have recovered over $100 million in settlements and verdicts and are members of the Multimillion-Dollar Advocates Forum, an elite group that includes fewer than 1 percent of personal injury lawyers.
We are dedicated to caring for clients like family. We understand that the people who come through our doors are experiencing one of the most difficult times in their lives, and we believe that part of our job is helping them with compassion and empathy.
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We serve bus accident victims from across Miami-Dade County and beyond, including the following:
- Doral
- Kendall
- Hialeah
- Homestead
- Miami Beach
- Miami Gardens
- North Miami
- The Hammocks
- Westchester
We treat every case, no matter how small, with the attention and detail it deserves. Our aggressive representation, personalized service, and dedication to accountability have earned us our clients’ trust and gratitude, as seen in the reviews and testimonials they have provided.
Bus Accidents in Miami Can Cause Severe and Life-Threatening Injuries
Bus accident injuries can be worse than what you’d suffer in a car accident because of the sheer size and weight of the bus itself. Whether you were on the bus or in another vehicle, there is the potential for catastrophic harm.
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Our skilled bus accident lawyers handle cases involving all types of serious injuries, including:
- Traumatic brain injuries
- Broken bones
- Nerve injuries
- Soft tissue damage
- Crush injuries
- Organ damage
- Spinal cord injuries
- Paralysis
- Whiplash
- Amputation
- Neck and back injuries
- Concussions
- Wrongful death of a loved one
Our extensive experience allows us to handle your claim with skill, knowledge, and compassion. Whatever your injuries, we want to help you move forward.
How Common Are Bus Accidents and Injuries in Miami?
Serious bus crashes are becoming more common in Florida and nationwide. From 2020 to 2021, the most recent year for which data is available, the number of buses in fatal U.S. crashes increased from 164 to 204. In 2023 alone, Florida Highway Safety recorded 31 incapacitating injuries and 318 confirmed additional injuries in bus crashes.
Unfortunately, most bus crashes happen because of someone’s negligence. Drivers are not permitted behind the wheel until they pass a rigorous practical skills and general knowledge test, including specialized training for carrying passengers.
Accidents occur when the driver or their employer ignores safety protocol and makes a negligent choice, such as:
- Distracted driving
- Speeding
- Tailgating
- Aggressive driving
- Intoxicated driving
- Unsafe passing or turning
- Disregarding traffic signals or laws
- Failure to yield
- Failure to maintain the vehicle
- Neglecting proper hiring or training practices
Our bus accident attorneys thoroughly examine your case to establish liability and identify who acted negligently. We use that information to build your case and fight allegations of fault against you.
Who Can Be Held Liable for My Damages if I Was Injured in a Florida Bus Accident?
From a liability standpoint, Miami bus accident cases are more complex than typical car accidents. While fault for a car accident is usually between two drivers, bus crashes in Miami can involve responsible parties who weren’t even on the scene.
Responsible parties may include the following:
- Bus drivers
- Bus companies
- School districts
- City transit authorities
- Maintenance providers
- Bus and parts manufacturers
- Other motorists
Shared fault is possible if multiple parties’ negligence contributed to the bus accident. An experienced coach, city bus, or school bus accident attorney will sort out liability in your case.
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What Types of Damages Are Available to Bus Accident Victims in Miami?
Compensation in a bus accident case depends on the wreck’s impact on your life. Like other Miami car crash victims, you may be entitled to compensation for economic and non-economic losses.
Economic losses cover all accident-related expenses, including:
- Past and future treatment costs
- Rehabilitation
- Physical therapy
- Lost wages
- Diminished earning potential
- Medical equipment
- Nursing or assistive care
Non-economic damages address the less tangible losses you suffered after your accident, such as the following:
- Pain and suffering
- Emotional distress
- Mental health issues
- Reduced quality of life
- Significant disfigurement and scarring
If you lost a loved one in the accident, you may be able to claim wrongful death damages that could address funeral costs, end-of-life expenses, and loss of companionship.
The best way to determine your potential compensation is to consult an experienced Miami bus accident lawyer. Our team is here to listen to your story, review your accident, and discuss your options.
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Can I Recover Damages if I Get Blamed for Causing a Bus Accident in Florida?
Florida has a modified comparative negligence law. Parties who share responsibility for an accident can claim damages if they are not more than 50 percent at fault. However, the amount of damages you can collect will be reduced by your share of the blame. For example, if you are 40 percent at fault and have sustained $100,000 in damages, you would collect 60 percent, or $60,000.
Insurance companies and other liable parties often try to avoid paying damages by shifting the blame to accident victims. Our experienced Miami bus accident lawyers will handle these situations and protect your rights.
How Long Do I Have to File a Personal Injury Lawsuit After a Bus Accident in Florida?
Florida’s personal injury statute of limitations states for most bus accident cases you have two years to file, starting from the date of the incident. While there are rare exceptions, missing your filing deadline usually means permanently relinquishing your right to sue.
Our bus accident attorneys are here to help you understand and meet your deadlines so you can pursue the compensation you deserve. Call us today to get started.
Contact an Experienced Miami Bus Accident Lawyer to Arrange a Free Case Evaluation Today
Proudly Serving Miami-Dade Accident Victims
Attorney James D. Payer
At Payer Law, we are passionate about helping Miami car accident victims and their families secure justice and receive the fair compensation they deserve. In our over 29 years of practicing law in Florida, we have recovered over $100 million for clients through aggressive representation, personalized service, and a deep commitment to holding negligent parties accountable. Our firm is proud to serve accident victims throughout all of Miami-Dade county and its surrounding areas:
From tour bus crashes to school bus accidents, James Payer and our team at Payer law treat every case with the seriousness and sensitivity it deserves. We emphasize easing stress with compassionate, personalized support and aggressive legal representation.
Our clients know from day one they are in good hands and receive open communication throughout the process. Our team is committed to earning your trust while holding negligent parties accountable for their actions. We aim to get you full compensation for your losses and keep you on the road to recovery.
When you’re injured, it pays to call Payer. Call (305) 363-7099 or contact us online today to schedule your free bus accident consultation.
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Professional, efficient, helpful, and dedicated to their clients. Lysette West extremely attentive and responsive, answered every question or concern professionally and swiftly. She set my mind at ease during some of the most difficult times I have encountered. Even when I missed an appointment because of a natural disaster. She jumped right into the situation cleared it up and got the ball rolling again in short order. I only wish I was able to call on Payer Law for all my legal issues.
James has a heart for justice and is passionate about helping the ones in need of fair representation. Thank you for your professionalism and confidence in what’s right. Thank you for caring and being there for my mom and our family. God bless.
The staff are courteous and knowledgeable. Chris Payer treats me like family and I know he is fighting for me and my case. I highly recommend Payer Law.
