Brevard County Bus Stop Accident Attorneys

Bus stop accidents can leave children and other pedestrians suffering from serious injuries, as well as emotional and financial damages. When an accident takes place, the bus accident attorneys at Charpentier Law Firm can help victims from the Melbourne, FL, area obtain just compensation for accident damages.

Causes of Bus Stop Accidents

As with any other type of motor vehicle crash, there are a wide range of factors that can contribute to a bus stop accident. However, the leading cause of bus stop accidents is driver error, either on the part of the bus driver, or on the part of other drivers on the road. Reckless and negligent actions that may result in a bus stop accident include:

• Failing to stop when a bus’s lights are flashing
• Driving around a stopped bus
• Neglecting to look out for children exiting the bus
• Speeding
• Aggressive Driving
• Distracted Driving
• Driving under the influence of drugs or alcohol
• Driving while fatigued

Liability in Bus Stop Accidents

When a bus stop accident results in injury, the person or party responsible for the accident should be held liable for damages. In many cases, liability for a bus stop accident is straightforward. If another driver on the road failed to adhere to traffic laws or took reckless actions that resulted in a bus stop accident, that person may be considered at fault for the accident and can be held liable for any resulting losses. Driver liability can be proven by piecing together evidence from the scene, which may include photos, witness statements, and police reports.

In some cases, liability is not as straightforward. Depending on the details of a bus stop accident, other parties may share accident liability. For instance, if a school bus driver was responsible for the accident, the school, school district, or company that employs them may be held partially or completely liable for the accident and any resulting damages. Our bus accident attorneys will work alongside experts in the field to determine liability so that we can go after the appropriate person or party as we seek compensation for our Cocoa clients.

Avoiding Bus Stop Accidents

Bus stop accidents can be catastrophic or deadly. Drivers need to do their part to prevent these dangerous collisions. All drivers should follow posted speed limits, pay close attention to the road (including surrounding vehicles and pedestrians), and stop any time a bus is displaying flashing red lights.

Children should also be taught certain precautionary measures to minimize the risk of a bus stop accident. The ten feet surrounding a bus on all sides are known as the "danger zone,” as this is where children are most likely to be injured. If children are in the danger zone, it can be difficult for a bus driver or other drivers to see them. To keep children as safe as possible, remind them to take at least five giant steps forward and check traffic both ways before crossing the street in front of a bus. Children should never hang around the side of a bus or walk behind the bus.

Get Help After A Brevard County Bus Stop Accident

If your child has been injured in a bus stop accident, the attorneys at Charpentier Law Firm are here to assist you in seeking compensation for resulting damages. To discuss the details of your case and learn about your best course of legal action, reach out to our team of attorneys or call our Titusville office at (321) 308-8025.