In Newton, Massachusetts, a bus accident took place injuring
34 middle school students and the driver. The accident occurred around 7:30 PM
on April 30, 2013. Everyone injured was taken to the hospital as a precaution.
The accident happened when the bus crashed into another
vehicle stopped at a traffic light. As a result, the vehicle crashed into a
third car that was stopped. The bus was carrying students in the Metco program
from Boston to Lexington. Several students reported suffering from neck or back
pain. Other students were treated for:
- · Bumps
- · Abrasions
- · Bruises
Thankfully, none of the passengers or drivers suffered
life-threatening injuries.
Prevalence of Bus
Accidents
Even though bus companies take major precautions in
preventing bus crashes, they still occur and often result in injuries and fatalities.
Bus accidents take place almost every day injuring innocent passengers and
nearby motorists. According to National bus crash statistics, almost 13,000
buses were involved in traffic accidents in 2013. The FARs reported that 226
people died from bus accidents around the nation in 2010. Common causes of bus
crashes include:
- · Bus lanes being blocked by pedestrians
- · Bus drivers speeding in unsafe conditions due to bad weather
- · Sudden brake failure or other vehicle malfunctions of the bus
- · Drivers abruptly changing lanes without warning and cutting off the bus
- · Blocked bus lanes due to other vehicles
Personal Injury
Lawsuit
If you or someone you know was recently injured in a bus
accident, you should speak to a personal injury attorney. Legally, a bus driver
or bus company can be held liable for injuries resulting from a bus accident. Do
not fail to seek legal retribution for your injuries. Often times, victims of auto
accidents are left to deal with the financial burden from the crash. Don’t let
that happen to you.
If your accident
injuries resulted in medical expenses or lost wages from work you should file a
personal injury claim immediately. With the legal assistance of a personal
injury attorney you may be able to win a substantial settlement for your pain
and suffering. Contact us today.
