Bus Accidents

Washington, D.C., Bus Accidents Attorney

Chartered bus services and commercial bus companies such as Greyhound are required to adhere to certain state and federal regulations. Accidents involving buses often result when regulations are ignored or violated. At the law office of Frederick J. Brynn, we work closely with accident investigators in order to determine what caused a bus accident. We recover data from the on-board black box data recorder, measure skid marks, interview eyewitnesses, and analyze the damage to the bus and other vehicles involved. In many cases, it's possible to determine if a bus driver was speeding, asleep at the wheel, or if the bus itself was improperly maintained. We expose driver negligence and demand financial compensation proportional to our client's medical expenses, lost wages, and pain and suffering.

If you've been injured as a passenger on a bus or as another motorist in a bus accident, contact bus accident attorney Frederick J. Brynn today to schedule a free consultation to discuss your case.

Causes of Bus Accidents

The law office of Frederick J. Brynn represents people injured in bus accidents caused by the following:

• Bus driver asleep at the wheel
• Excessive speeding
• Driving too fast through snow or rain
• Bus drifting between lanes
• Bus swinging outside of its lane when making a turn
• Bus improperly pulled off onto side of the road
• Bus driver driving under the influence

City Buses and Public Transportation Liability

The Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority (WMATA) can be held liable for injuries caused by their buses or drivers. However, since the WMATA was established by Congress, it investigates itself and is not answerable to any other department or agency. WMATA investigators conduct their own investigation and issue a report, typically defending the actions of drivers and WMATA personnel. As a result, it's essential to work with an experienced lawyer who can initiate an investigation as soon as possible before evidence is lost or eyewitnesses difficult to track down.

And, since most injuries involving city buses result from sudden stops and starts or from striking pedestrians and bicyclists at intersections, talking to other passengers is key to gathering testimony that may contradict what WMATA investigators claim. We fact check claims by WMATA and uncover information WMATA would prefer to ignore.

Contact Bus Accident Attorney Frederick J. Brynn Today

Chartered buses are often under contract to bring passengers to Atlantic City casinos, entertainment venues, even New York City's China Town. As a result, bus drivers are often under pressure to maintain a schedule that often involves driving long hours from one destination to the next. We have the investigative resources to uncover negligence on the part of drivers and busing companies and demand fair compensation for injuries suffered.

To schedule a free consultation to learn more about how we can help you, contact bus accident attorney Frederick J. Brynn today.