Christensen Law helps bus accident victims seek compensation for crash injuries. If you were hurt in a collision, our bus accident attorneys in Southfield, MI, can fight to recover your losses so you do not pay for medical treatment and other crash damages out of pocket.
Our law firm strives to be a voice for the unheard. We take on complex cases and put our full resources behind protecting our clients and their futures. We are interested in getting justice and will not settle for less than you deserve. Call us today or fill out our online form for a free consultation.
Why Choose Christensen Law to Handle Your Bus Accident Case?
Christensen Law has represented accident victims in Michigan since 1991. We have the experience needed to get results and an intimate understanding of what injured parties go through when seeking compensation. We are here to make the legal process as easy and stress-free for our clients as possible. We provide aggressive legal representation combined with compassionate, personalized service and support.
We have recovered multi-million dollar settlements and verdicts and approach every case as though it will go to trial. While you focus on your health, our Southfield personal injury lawyers can:
- Identify and pursue all of your recoverable losses: We handle first- and third-party insurance claims and will explore every option to secure your damages. We are tireless and skilled negotiators and will demand a full and fair settlement. When necessary, we will pursue multiple claims through multiple policies.
- Prove negligence in your case: If you can pursue compensation from a negligent bus driver or other liable party, we will build a case proving their actions caused your injury. We will investigate the crash, collect case evidence, and establish that they are financially responsible for your damages.
- Take legal action when required: We will prepare and file lawsuits in civil court and represent you at trial when necessary.
We Will Fight for Maximum Compensation for Your Bus Accident Damages
Our goal is to get the maximum compensation possible for your bus accident injury. We will begin by pursuing a No-Fault insurance claim if you have personal injury protection (PIP) or coverage through a household member. If no first-party coverage is available, we will file a claim with the Michigan Assigned Claims Plan (MACP) or the bus company’s insurance policy.
PIP provides medical and wage benefits after a motor vehicle accident, regardless of fault of the collision. Benefits include:
- Coverage for reasonable and necessary medical expenses, including surgeries, hospital and doctor fees, rehabilitation services, and medical equipment
- Up to 85 percent of lost wages from missed work for up to three years
- Replacement services if you cannot perform household tasks like cooking, cleaning, and home maintenance
- Funeral and burial expenses for a fatally injured party, in addition to medical and wage benefits
You may qualify to step outside Michigan’s No-Fault system and seek car accident compensation from a negligent driver if you have a serious injury and medical expenses surpassing the available PIP policy limits. If eligible, our car accident lawyers can seek losses not recoverable through first-party insurance, including:
- Unpaid medical expenses
- The full value of your lost income and employment benefits
- Loss of your income beyond three years, if applicable
- Monetary compensation for pain and suffering
- Wrongful death compensation, including economic and non-economic damages
Contact Christensen Law online or call today to learn more about seeking your bus accident losses. Free consultations are available.
Liability for a Michigan Bus Accident
Whether you were a bus passenger or the occupant of another vehicle involved in the crash, liability will rest with the party whose negligent actions caused the collision. An employer can also be held responsible for an employee’s negligent actions under a legal principle called vicarious liability.
Potentially liable parties in a bus accident case in Southfield, MI, may include:
- The bus driver
- A private bus line or a private bus owner
- A public transportation authority, like the Suburban Mobility Authority for Regional Transportation (SMART bus)
- The Southfield Public School District
- A third-party motorist
Our Southfield Attorneys Can Answer Your Bus Accident FAQs
How Much Compensation Can You Get From a Bus Accident?
How much compensation you can get for a bus accident will depend on the unique facts of your case, including the severity of your injuries, the cost of your medical treatment, your age and wages at the time of the crash, the available insurance coverage, and the strength of your case.
How Long Does a Bus Accident Settlement Take?
It can take several weeks to several months or longer to settle a bus accident claim with the insurance company. If you must take legal action to secure fair compensation, you must do so within the statute of limitations.
According to Mich. Comp. Laws Ann. § 600.5805, you typically have three years to file most personal injury and wrongful death lawsuits. However, this deadline may vary depending on the involved parties and can be much shorter for cases that include government entities.
If you must sue for PIP benefits, you have one year, according to Mich. Comp. Laws Ann § 500.3145.
Who Should You Call First, A Bus Accident Lawyer or the Insurance Company?
Calling a lawyer before you call the insurance company can give you a legal ally who will look out for your best interests from the outset of your case. In addition, contacting a lawyer first allows them to communicate with the insurance company on your behalf, which can prevent you from accidentally saying or doing something that could be used against you.
Can You Afford a Bus Accident Attorney?
Our bus accident lawyers work on contingency, so you pay us nothing unless and until we win your case. We do not charge upfront or out of pocket.
