St. Louis Accident Lawyer
Thousands of people across the country have turned to public transportation in order to avoid recently higher gas prices, traffic congestion and long commutes. In Missouri, thousands of residents ride buses daily as their only means of transportation, and children ride buses to school everyday. In the U.S., a bus is considered a common carrier, which means that the bus driver and his employer are under the highest duty to act responsibly and provide safe transportation to all. Unfortunately, some bus drivers are negligent and cause bus accidents that result in serious injuries.
According to the Federal Carrier Safety Administration, more than 12,000 buses were involved in crashes during 2006. As a result, more than 300 people were killed and approximately 14,700 were seriously injured. Some of the injuries that could result from a bus or school bus accident include:
• Head trauma
• Fractured bones
• Spinal cord
• Paralysis
• Internal organ injuries
• Cuts and bruises
• Amputations
• Fatal injuries
If you have been injured or lost a loved one in an accident involving a bus in St. Louis, you may be entitled to receive compensation. Immediately contact an experienced St. Louis personal injury and accident lawyer who can investigate your case and determine the cause of the accident.
At the St. Louis accident Law Firm of Todd N. Hendrickson, we are committed to pursue compensation for victims, and their families, who have been seriously injured by another’s negligence or reckless behavior. Each lawyer will meticulously investigate your case, help determine the cause of the accident, and diligently work to have the responsible party held liable for their negligence. We will aggressively seek compensation for past and future medical expenses, potential income, pain and suffering, disability and other damages.
Some factors that may contribute to a bus accident are:
• Driver negligence
• DUI/DWI
• Reckless driving or behavior
• Defective bus parts or machinery
• Improper maintenance of bus
• Weather conditions
• Hazardous road conditions
• Inadequate security
Whether you or someone you know has been seriously injured in a bus accident either as a passenger, pedestrian or driver, immediately contact St. Louis personal injury attorney Todd N. Hendrickson to pursue the compensation you and your family deserve.
To schedule a consultation with an experienced St. Louis personal injury and accident lawyer and obtain effective legal representation, contact the St. Louis accident and injury Law Firm of Todd N. Hendrickson. We handle accident cases in St. Louis and in any of the surrounding areas. Call today to find out how a St. Louis personal injury and accident lawyer can help you.
