Poughkeepsie Bus Accident Lawyers
Serving Throughout Dutchess County
For commuters, seniors who no longer drive, and simply those who don’t own a car, getting around by bus is a daily necessity. Unfortunately, bus accidents do occur, causing serious or catastrophic injuries and even death. If you were hurt in a bus accident in Poughkeepsie, either as a passenger, motorist or person on the street, you deserve to be compensated for your injuries. The Dutchess County bus accident lawyers at the Law Office of Taran M. Provost, PLLC can help you get that compensation by representing you in a claim against the bus company, even if it means taking the case to court and fighting a public transit department or large insurance company. Our experienced Poughkeepsie personal injury attorneys have the knowledge, skill and experience necessary to give your claim the attention and effective representation you deserve. Learn more about bus accidents in New York below, and contact the Law Office of Taran M. Provost, PLLC after a serious bus accident in Poughkeepsie or Dutchess County.
Bus Company Duties to Passengers
As common carriers, bus companies traditionally were required to take the utmost care with respect to the safety of their passengers. This is no longer the law in New York; however, bus companies still must take reasonable care to avoid injuring their customers, and they can and should be held liable for injuries caused by their negligence. Examples of bus driver behavior that could show a lack of care toward passengers can include:
- Not waiting for the passenger to get on or off the bus before closing doors
- Not waiting for the passenger to sit down before pulling away from the curb
- Not pulling up close enough to the curb for a passenger to get on or off safely
Drivers should also remember that many of their passengers may be standing during the ride. With this in mind, drivers should take care to avoid:
- Making sharp turns
- Jumping the curb when turning
- Slamming on the brakes
- Suddenly gunning the motor to get through a yellow light
When negligent bus driver behavior causes you as a passenger to fall or suffer an injury, our Poughkeepsie bus accident lawyers know the proper steps to take to secure your rights to compensation. Call our Poughkeepsie law office at 845-675-3243 for a free consultation.
Bus Driver Duties to Others
Like other vehicle drivers on the road, bus drivers should avoid negligent or reckless behavior such as speeding, distracted driving, or driving while fatigued. Bus drivers owe a duty of care to other motorists on the road, as well as cyclists or pedestrians. If you are injured in a Poughkeepsie car accident, motorcycle accident, bicycle or pedestrian accident due to a collision with a city bus, it is important to know that public transit claims are treated differently than claims against other drivers. For instance, the appropriate transit authority must be promptly notified, or you could lose your rights to file a claim. If you were injured in an accident with Dutchess County Public Transit, be sure and contact our office right away to protect your right to file a claim. We’ll make sure you claim is timely filed completely and accurately, and we will work hard to negotiate a full and fair settlement to compensate you for your injuries.
Call the Law Office of Taran M. Provost, PLLC Lawyers after a Serious Bus Accident in Poughkeepsie or Dutchess County
For strong, effective representation in Dutchess County bus accident claims, contact the Law Office of Taran M. Provost, PLLC at 845-675-3243 for a free consultation with experienced and successful Poughkeepsie bus accident lawyers.
