Bus accidents can cause serious harm to victims. Whether you were on a bus, in a vehicle struck by a bus, or hit as a pedestrian, you may be eligible for compensation if someone else’s negligence was to blame. Our Naples bus accident attorneys can help.
The Naples personal injury lawyers at Ged Lawyers can help you seek the financial recovery you deserve. We will fight for you to get a settlement to cover your medical expenses, lost income, pain and suffering, and other accident-related damages. Call us today for a free case consultation.
Why Choose Ged Lawyers for Your Bus Accident Case in Naples
If you suffered injuries in a bus accident, you may have limited time, and your injuries may prevent you from handling the complicated legal process by yourself. A lawyer from our firm who handles bus accident claims can offer guidance throughout the process.
Why choose Ged Lawyers? Because:
- We have a track record of winning for victims of negligence in Florida
- Our lawyers care about your case and will keep you informed throughout the claims process
- We offer mock trials to prepare you if your case goes to court
- Bus accident cases are an important practice area for our law firm, and we will put all our resources behind your case
- We will offer compassion to you throughout your case
When you need a lawyer after a bus accident in Naples, you can rely on us.
What Former Clients Say About Ged Lawyers
Our personal injury lawyers go the extra mile to secure our client’s financial recovery. You can look at our client’s testimonials to see what they say about our service and commitment to their future:
- “Ged Lawyers and the team were so helpful in my unfortunate circumstance with recovering from a car accident. They were informative, helped me with answers, and assisted tremendously with my recovery. Their professionalism and kind responses helped me get back on my feet. In a time of stress and loss, I highly recommend seeking their support as their expertise and caring attitude is superior.” — Jaclyn F.
- “I’ll strongly recommend Ged Lawyers to everyone for their excellent service.” — Carlo E.
- “Recovered above expectations given the fact they mostly were cleaning up behind another group. Definitely moving forward with them for future needs!” — Philip R.
You will find that the rest of our other client testimonials echo these. Our team fights relentlessly to get compensation for our clients, and our reviews show it.
Our Naples Bus Accident Attorneys Will Seek Fair Compensation
No two accidents are the same. It isn’t possible to say exactly what damages you can recover from your case or the amount, but there are some losses that are more common that we can pursue for compensation.
Typically, bus accident victims in Naples may seek the following types of damages:
Medical Expenses
According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), motor vehicle accidents are a major concern since they are a leading cause of death in the United States. Recoverable medical expenses may stem from the costs of:
- Ambulance transport
- Hospitalization
- Surgery
- Medications
- Medical services and equipment
Medical costs are some of the most essential—but most stressful—costs that we face. When these costs result from a bus accident, responsible parties should be held to account. Our team can work to get full coverage for all your medical costs.
Pain and Suffering
Those who file accident claims may not realize this, but you may qualify for compensation for pain and suffering. These are also known as non-economic damages since they do not have a physical price attached to them.
A Naples bus accident lawyer from our team can seek the money you deserve for your pain and suffering, including:
- Physical pain
- Emotional anguish
- Lost quality of life
- Loss of physical or cognitive abilities
- Disfigurement
This list is by no means exhaustive. If you suffer any other types of pain and suffering, we can seek compensation to cover them.
Lost Income
Injuries from a bus accident may stop you from working. When you cannot work, you may lose income, lose productivity, or even lose your job.
Our legal team will seek compensation for every professional loss that you experience, including reduced earning potential if your injuries prevent you from returning to work.
Property Damage
If a bus accident caused damage to your vehicle, you can get compensation to repair or replace it. You may also get compensation to repair or replace your cell phone and other damaged property.
Our team can complete a detailed account of your losses and collect evidence to prove what you are owed. We can seek compensation for all your losses.
Wrongful Death
In the tragic event that a loved one lost their life because of a bus accident, our Naples wrongful death attorneys can seek compensation from the at-fault party.
Compensation may be available for the loss of your loved one’s financial and emotional support, the medical bills related to the accident, and funeral expenses.
Who Is to Blame After a Bus Accident in Naples?
Depending on the circumstances of your accident, there may be more than one party who could be held accountable. Let’s look at some possibilities:
- The bus driver, if they were speeding or texting while driving
- The bus company, under the legal principle of respondeat superior
- Government entities, if the bus was city- or state-run
- Other parties, such as manufacturers of faulty bus parts
Our Naples bus accident lawyers will do a thorough investigation to determine all liable parties and prove that negligence occurred. They may investigate by:
- Interviewing eyewitnesses, such as passengers on the bus
- Obtaining video footage from dashcams, traffic cameras, and business surveillance
- Analyzing physical evidence, such as skid marks and vehicle damage
- Reviewing police reports and official documents, such as driver logs
- Consulting with third-party experts, such as accident reconstruction specialists
Get Started Before the Two-Year Deadline Expires
It’s important to note that your case must be filed within a legal deadline. Under Florida Statutes § 95.11, you generally have two years to file a wrongful death or personal injury lawsuit. Contact us as soon as possible so our legal team can get started on your case right away.
You Should Augment Your PIP With Uninsured Motorist Coverage
When seeking compensation, you would file a claim with your personal injury protection (PIP) policy following any vehicular accident. However, your PIP may be insufficient to cover all your losses.
Plus, Florida has a large amount of uninsured motorists on the road. For these reasons, we highly recommend motorist also carry the optional uninsured/underinsured (UM/UIM) motorist policy.
Even with a bus accident where there could be multiple liable parties, not all of whom may be carrying insurance, a UM/UIM policy can be very important. You should also know that an uninsured motorist lawsuit would fall under a breach of contract and have a five-year statute of limitations. Your lawyer can explain more.
Services Our Naples Bus Accident Lawyers Can Provide to You
Our legal team handles clients’ cases from start to finish. For bus accident victims in Naples, this generally includes:
- Collecting evidence to prove negligence
- Documenting damages
- Communicating with insurance companies
- Dealing with opposing legal teams
- Negotiating a fair settlement
- Going to trial if necessary
When you hire us, you can trust us to handle your case. Our clients can focus on their recovery while we handle the legal process for them. This is the benefit of hiring us after a bus accident. You have enough to worry about, and we are happy to take this burden off your shoulders.
Call Ged Lawyers Today for a Free Consultation
Don’t wait to hire a Naples bus accident lawyer from our law firm. We are ready to start working on your case in Naples right now. We will fight for the fair compensation you deserve, allowing you the peace of mind to recover.
Call Ged Lawyers for a free consultation right now. No cost, no obligations. With our contingency-fee model, we don’t get paid unless we win or settle your case.
