As a Seattle personal injury attorney, I know that, while they are relatively uncommon compared to car crashes, bus accidents can have devastating effects for their victims.  Because we think of buses as safe, it is sometimes surprising when we hear of a bus accident.  The Seattle Times reported on Tuesday about a bus accident that occurred in 2006, and for which a man has filed suit against King County.  The Court of Appeals has determined that the case, which is based on a claim of negligence by the county related to a bus shelter, should go to trial.  Sometimes, when people are injured in accidents involving government agencies, they believe that they have no power or rights to protect themselves.  I believe that this article serves as a reminder that government agencies, too, can be held accountable for their property and actions.  It may be important to remember that in many cases, claims against government agencies are subject to shorter statutes of limitations than private people and companies.

Although we think of bus accidents as uncommon, they do happen.  The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration reports over 55,000 bus crashes annually across the country and in Washington State, resulting in over 20,000 injuries and over 250 fatalities.  These numbers are certainly much smaller than the ones that apply to traffic crashes in general, but they are still very significant numbers and a number of them happen right here in Seattle.  It is important to remember that no mode of transportation is totally safe, and there is always some level of risk.

If you or a loved one have been injured in a bus accident, speak with a Seattle car accident attorney immediately.  Particularly if the bus involved is a public bus, time may be a bigger factor than if the bus belongs to a private company.  Jason Epstein is a dynamic, experienced bus accident lawyer who will fight for your rights while you care for your health and the health of your family.  For more information, and a FREE CONSULTATION, contact Jason at Premier Law Group at (206)285-1743.

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