Stafford & Heafner, PC

Bus AccidentS - Public Transportation

When an accident occurs involving a city bus, school bus or other form of public transportation, the municipality and third party companies that are involved may be held responsible for the injuries or fatalities that result from the accident. Issues of liability and immunity can complicate these types of personal injury and wrongful death cases. At Stafford & Heafner, PC, we have the experience and depth of knowledge to effectively handle complex bus accident or public transportation accident claims. We offer experienced representation to people who have been injured in an accident involving bus, train, taxi, or other public or mass transit in North Carolina.

Have you or someone you care about been injured in a bus accident? Contact a personal injury attorney from Stafford & Heafner, PC, in Chatham County, North Carolina, to arrange a free consultation.

Our firm is more than happy to discuss your concerns in our office or over the phone. This initial consultation will provide you with the peace of mind that comes with knowing your options and how we can help you overcome the financial struggles associated with the accident. We do not collect fees unless we recover compensation for you.

We help adults and children who are injured in accidents related to:

• School bus accidents
• Greyhound or city bus accidents
• Taxi accidents
• Van accidents
• Bus stop accidents to pedestrians and bicyclists
• Crosswalk accidents
• Mass transit accidents (train or other mass transit)

Fatal Accidents

Our firm also represents family members who have lost a loved one in a fatal bus accident or other accident. The complexity of wrongful death cases is enhanced because often cities and public transit companies will become intricately involved in the claim in order to deflect liability. Our firm is experienced in responding to the needs of grieving family members as well as handling all legal aspects of the wrongful death claim.

Should I Talk to the Insurance Adjuster Myself?

Insurance companies employ trained professionals to handle your claim. Often, insurance companies will ask you for recorded statements and access to your medical records. It is to your advantage to speak with an attorney prior to providing insurance companies with this information. While you may be required to speak to your own insurance company, you do not have to speak to the defendant's insurance company. Additionally, it is often required that you report a claim to preserve certain types of insurance coverage. We can submit this report for you, advise whom you should speak with, and act as an intermediary between you and the insurance companies. With our personal injury attorneys on your side, you can be certain that your interests will be preserved.

Trust in the experience, dedication, and drive of our personal injury attorneys at Stafford & Heafner, PC. Please contact us to schedule a free initial consultation to learn how we can help.