Bus Accidents

Understanding Bus Accidents: Seeking Legal Help After Serious Incidents

While buses are generally considered a safer mode of transportation, accidents involving them can lead to severe consequences. According to the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA), of the approximately 415,000 police-reported crashes involving large trucks in 2020, there were 4,444 (1 percent) fatal crashes and 101,000 (24 percent) injury crashes.

Compassionate Milwaukee Bus Accident Attorneys

At Your Service

If you or a family member have suffered significant injuries due to a public transit or tour bus accident, our experienced Milwaukee bus accident attorneys at Dahlberg Law Group are here to assist you. We will carefully evaluate your case, holding accountable those responsible for your injuries and losses.

Risks Associated with Transit Buses

For Your Information

Public transit buses are a convenient means of transport, yet they can pose risks to passengers and others on the road. Operating within Milwaukee and covering over 242 million miles yearly, the Milwaukee County Transit System (MCTS) operates in 18 municipalities providing transportation for 15,557,421 people. The FMCSA has reported nearly 100 fatalities in transit bus accidents in a single year.

Bus Accident Laws and Insurance Guidelines

In Wisconsin

Insurance requirements for buses vary based on their type and size. Larger tour buses on interstate highways need at least $5,000,000 in insurance, while smaller buses with fewer than 15 passengers require $1,500,000 in coverage as per federal law.

For public school buses in Wisconsin, Wis. Stat. § 121.53 mandates a minimum liability insurance of $75,000 per injured person, with varying per accident coverage based on bus capacity. Buses seating 37 or more passengers must have at least $1,000,000 per accident.

In cases of negligence involving city or county-owned buses, Wis. Stat. § 345.05 limits individual recovery to $250,000. Strict procedural requirements and time limits apply, making it crucial to engage experienced attorneys like Dahlberg Law Group promptly to safeguard your rights.

Identifying Liability in Bus Accidents

Determining liability in a bus accident can be intricate, as multiple parties may be responsible. Our adept legal team at Dahlberg Law Group ensures all liable parties are identified before pursuing a claim. Liability hinges on factors like whether you were a passenger, driver, or pedestrian, and could involve:

• Tour bus companies
• Transit companies
• Bus manufacturers
• Parts manufacturers
• Maintenance firms
• Bus drivers

Steps to Take After a Bus Accident

What You Should Know

If you’re a victim of a bus accident, seeking legal representation is vital to secure compensation for damages. At Dahlberg Law Group, we strive to recover various damages, including:

Step 2:

Lost wages and earning capacity

Step 4:

Loss of quality of life