Orlando Bus Accident Lawyer

Were you recently injured in a bus accident in Orlando, FL? An experienced Orlando bus accident lawyer from Norden Leacox Accident & Injury Law can help you fight for the financial recovery you deserve. Call us today at (407) 801-3000  to get the legal representation you deserve.

We’ve forced insurance companies to pay tens of millions of dollars to accident victims like you. You can also benefit from a legal team with over 100 years of combined experience in personal injury law.

All you have to do is contact our law offices in Orlando, Florida, to schedule your free consultation today.

Our skilled attorneys in Orlando are here to help clients with various personal injury cases, including truck accidents, Orlando premises liability, workplace accidents, and Orlando wrongful death claims. With a client-first approach, Norden Leacox Accident & Injury Law is dedicated to achieving justice and securing the maximum compensation for every case we take on.

How Norden Leacox Accident & Injury Law Can Help You Recover Compensation After a Bus Accident in Orlando, FL

How Norden Leacox Accident & Injury Law Can Help You Recover Compensation After a Bus Accident in Orlando, FL

Injury victims often have many questions after an accident. Who will pay your damages? Why did the accident happen? What if I’m being blamed for the crash?

An Orlando personal injury attorney at Norden Leacox Accident & Injury Law has the answers. Our Florida board-certified civil trial lawyers have decades of experience fighting to help injured clients get justice.

You can count on our Orlando team to:

  • Provide legal guidance and support at every turn
  • Conduct our own investigation and gather every shred of evidence
  • Determine who and what caused your accident
  • Determine who is legally responsible for your injuries
  • Calculate the fair value of your personal injury claim
  • Minimize the impact of insurance scare tactics, including victim-blaming strategies
  • Consult experts who can help prove various aspects of your case
  • Negotiate with the insurance companies for a full and fair financial settlement

Handling your case alone is always an option. However, it gives the insurance companies opportunities to take advantage of you. Hiring an experienced Orlando personal injury attorney who understands the law and the legal process is the best way to protect yourself.

Give us a call today to learn more. 

Statistics on Bus Accidents in Florida

According to data published by the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA), 204 buses were involved in fatal motor vehicle accidents in 2021.

Those crashes involved:

  • 80 school buses
  • 17 intercity buses
  • 78 transit buses

Those numbers might seem low. However, about 18,000 people were injured in bus accidents across the United States in 2021.

In the state of Florida alone, 1,242 bus accidents were reported in 2022. 962 people were injured in those crashes, and sadly, 20 people were killed.

We Handle All Types of Bus Accident Claims in Orlando

The Central Florida Regional Transportation Authority operates the public bus system, LYNX, which provides service across Orange County. In 2022, the bus system’s ridership was about 17,187,900.

At Norden Leacox Accident & Injury Law, we handle all types of bus accident cases, including those involving:

  • LYNX buses
  • School buses
  • LYMMO buses
  • Private tour buses
  • Greyhound buses
  • Flixbus 
  • Charter buses
  • Airport shuttle buses
  • Mears Connect buses
  • Disney transport buses
  • Hotel shuttle buses

If you were injured while using public transportation in Orlando, contact our law firm today. We offer free case reviews so that you can learn about your legal options without any obligation.

What Factors Will Impact the Value of My Orlando Bus Accident Claim?

The types of damages that victims receive are fairly standard. However, there is no standard value in personal injury cases. Every single victim is unique.

Some factors that will impact your case value include:

  • The severity of your injuries
  • How the injury affects your ability to work and earn a living
  • How the injury impacts your quality of life and emotional well-being
  • Your financial costs, including medical treatment costs and rehabilitation
  • Whether the injury will cause a long-term disability and ongoing expenses
  • Whether you share any responsibility

Call our experienced Orlando bus accident attorneys to learn more about the value of your personal injury claim. We’ve handled cases like yours before, and we know how to maximize your compensation award.

What Types of Damages Are Available to Bus Accident Victims in Orlando, Florida?

Whether you file an insurance claim or a lawsuit, you can seek compensation to cover your financial losses. You can also pursue compensation to make up for your personal pain and trauma.

These are called economic damages and non-economic damages.

Examples include:

  • Current medical expenses
  • Estimated future medical costs
  • Lost wages during recovery
  • Reduced future earning potential
  • Rehabilitation 
  • Property damage
  • Pain and suffering
  • Emotional distress
  • Anxiety
  • Depression 
  • PTSD
  • Disfigurement 
  • Diminished quality of life
  • Loss of consortium

Some damages are easier to prove than others. It’s always a good idea to consult an experienced attorney who can account for all of the losses you have experienced.

How Much Does it Cost to Hire a Bus Accident Lawyer in Florida?

Our lawyers in Orlando work on a contingency fee basis. Like most other personal injury lawyers, we don’t charge any upfront fees. 

You only pay our attorney’s fees after we’ve already won compensation for you. Typically, our fees are somewhere between 33% and 40% of your compensation, depending on the complexity of the case and other factors.

Can I Still Win Compensation If I’m Being Blamed for Causing a Bus Accident in Florida?

Possibly. Liability is divided between everyone involved in the crash. That can include bus accident victims. In fact, unless you were a bus passenger, there’s a good chance someone will try to blame you.

For example, assume you were driving in a passenger vehicle and got into a car accident with a bus. You were speeding, so you were assigned 20% of the liability for the crash.

Under Florida law, your compensation is reduced by 20%. In other words, you’re held responsible for your own actions. However, under Florida’s modified comparative negligence law, you cannot recover compensation once your share of fault exceeds 50%. 

What Types of Injuries Are Common in Bus Accidents in Orlando, FL?

Some examples of injuries often suffered by bus accident victims include:

  • Traumatic brain injuries
  • Spinal cord injuries
  • Broken bones
  • Nerve injuries
  • Whiplash injuries
  • Soft tissue damage
  • Crushing injuries
  • Head and neck injuries
  • Concussions
  • Back injuries
  • Organ damage
  • Burns
  • Amputations
  • Paralysis

Bus accidents, of course, can also cause catastrophic and fatal injuries. If you lost a loved one, our wrongful death lawyers in Orlando are well-prepared to fight for full compensation.

What Causes Most Bus Accidents in Orlando, Florida?

The vast majority of all bus accidents in Orlando are preventable. They’re caused by simple mistakes that create conditions where bus accidents are more likely to happen.

Some of the most common causes of bus accidents include:

  • Distracted driving
  • Failure to yield the right-of-way 
  • Tailgating 
  • Speeding
  • Aggressive driving
  • Unsafe passing
  • Dangerous lane changes
  • Inexperienced bus drivers and negligent hiring practices
  • Fatigued bus drivers
  • Weaving between lanes
  • Failure to account for wide turns and longer stopping times
  • Running a red light or stop sign
  • Drunk driving
  • Road hazards 
  • Mechanical failures

If you were involved in a bus crash, our lawyers will make it our top priority to determine the cause of the accident. Once we understand why the accident happened, we’ll do everything possible to recover fair compensation from all responsible parties.

What Do I Have to Prove to Win My Orlando Bus Accident Case?

To recover compensation outside of your own insurance policy limits, you must prove that someone else was responsible for your injuries.

In bus accident cases, responsible parties often include:

  • Negligent bus drivers
  • Private bus companies
  • The Central Florida Regional Transportation Authority
  • The city of Orlando
  • School districts
  • Drivers in passenger vehicles
  • Bicyclists 
  • Pedestrians 
  • Negligent bus passengers
  • Manufacturers of defective bus parts or safety features

In nearly all cases, negligence is the legal theory that you must prove.

Negligence means:

  • A legal duty of care existed
  • A breach of duty occurred
  • The breach caused the accident
  • You suffered damages due to the accident

The bus driver will call their employer as soon as the accident happens. Bus companies start investigating quickly after an accident occurs. You deserve an attorney who will do the same.

Our lawyers have the resources to conduct a full investigation. We’ll start working immediately to locate witnesses, find video footage, evaluate police reports, and even bring in experts who can testify about what happened. 

What is the Time Limit for Filing a Personal Injury Lawsuit After a Bus Accident in Florida?

The Florida statute of limitations is two years for most personal injury cases. If the defendant was a private party, you have two years from the date of the accident to sue for damages.

However, if the defendant was a government agency, you have less time to act. You’ll also have to follow the detailed procedures put into place by the agency in question. These cases can quickly become complicated, so call a lawyer who can help right away. 

Arrange a Free Consultation With an Experienced Orlando Bus Accident Lawyer

Public transit in Orlando is generally safe. However, when accidents happen, they can be devastating. Contact an Orlando bus accident lawyer at Norden Leacox Accident & Injury Law today if you were injured in a crash. 

For more information, please contact Norden Leacox Accident & Injury Law to schedule a free consultation. We have five convenient locations in Florida, including Orlando, Palm Bay, Melbourne, Cocoa, and Titusville.

Visit Our Personal Injury Law Office in Orlando

Norden Leacox Accident & Injury Law – Orlando, FL Office
633 E Colonial Dr
Orlando, FL 32803
Phone: (407) 801-3000
Hours: Open 24/7
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