Bus Accident Specialists in Tacoma Washington State

Every day, countless people trust buses to transport them safely. But in a single moment, an accident can turn a routine trip into a devastating nightmare. A bus accident is not just a larger car crash; it is a legally complex event that means a difficult fight against powerful opponents like bus companies, government entities, and their massive insurance carriers.

To protect your rights in this fight, you absolutely need a specialist who deeply understands the laws and procedures unique to bus accident litigation. At Car Crash, we are a team of experts dedicated to helping victims of bus accidents in Tacoma and across Washington State get the justice and compensation they deserve.

Common Causes of Bus Accidents

We gather all evidence and work with experts to determine the precise cause of the crash.

Driver Negligence: Fatigue, distraction, driving under the influence (DUI), or violating traffic laws.
Company Negligence: Enforcing unsafe schedules, providing inadequate driver training, or negligent hiring practices.
Poor Maintenance: Failure to properly service critical components like brakes, tires, and engines.
Vehicle or Parts Defects: Flaws in the bus’s design or a defective part that caused the accident.

By law, buses must guarantee the ‘highest level of safety.’ We recover your rights based on that law.

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Why Bus Accident Cases Are Different and Require a Specialist

Unlike typical traffic accidents, bus accident cases involve special legal issues:

Higher Standard of Care for “Common Carriers”: By law, bus companies are considered “common carriers,” which holds them to the “highest standard of care” for their passengers’ safety. We use this higher legal standard as powerful leverage to hold bus companies strictly accountable.
Multiple Liable Parties: The fault may lie beyond the driver. It could be the bus company, a maintenance garage, the bus manufacturer, or even a government entity responsible for road safety. We investigate every potential defendant to demand accountability.
Claims Against Government Entities: If a public transit bus is involved, a claim must be filed against a government entity. This involves complex procedures and much shorter deadlines than typical personal injury cases.

Full Compensation for Bus Accident Victims

The damages from a bus accident include all physical, emotional, and financial losses. We fight to ensure you receive maximum compensation for every category of your damages:

All Medical Expenses: Including current and future hospital stays, surgeries, and rehabilitation costs.
Lost Income: Covering lost wages and your diminished capacity to earn in the future.
Pain, Suffering, and Loss of Quality of Life: Compensation for the trauma, pain, and life changes caused by the accident.
Property Damage: For any personal belongings damaged in the crash.

Critical Steps to Take Immediately After a Bus Accident

Your actions right after the accident can have a major impact on your case.

Call 911 and Seek Medical Attention Immediately: You must get a medical evaluation even if you feel uninjured.
Exchange Information and Document Everything: Get contact information from the driver and any witnesses. Take as many photos of the scene as possible.
Do Not Admit Fault or Agree to a Quick Settlement: Always speak to an attorney before talking to any insurance company.

You Focus On Your Recovery. We Handle Everything Else.

Taking on a massive corporation or government agency is not a battle you can handle alone. You need to focus solely on getting your health back.

Our team of specialists at Car Crash will handle everything on your behalf. Contact one of our offices in Tacoma, Lynnwood, Everett, or Bellevue today to start your free consultation and fight for your rights. You pay nothing unless we win your case.

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