Common Injuries to Bus Passengers
The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) estimates that 73 fatal school bus accidents and 13 city bus accidents occurred in 2017. Additionally, data approximates that 63,000 buses get involved in accidents yearly, causing 14,000 non-fatal injuries.
Below are some examples of common bus accident injuries that passengers sustain, and why you need a Beverly Hills bus accident lawyer to help you stand up for your rights after crash-related injuries.
Common Bus Accident Injuries
Bus accident survivors can escape with different types of injuries, such as:
Broken Bones – These injuries can range from simple to complicated fractures requiring different degrees of medical care. Some bone fractures can be severe enough to need surgery or cause permanent disabilities.
Lacerations – Glass often breaks when buses crash and can seriously cut passengers. Some cuts and lacerations might need stitches, while others can sever tendons or have negative long-term implications.
Head and Spine Injuries – A sudden bus crash can cause passengers to hit their heads and bodies on seats, floors, or windows. Some passengers experience head trauma that can result in a traumatic brain injury, while others might suffer spinal trauma that causes permanent disabilities.
Back and Neck Injuries – Due to the impact of a bus crash, victims can sustain a variety of injuries to their backs and necks, which might require physical therapy and prevent them from working, among other things.
Common Causes of Bus Accident Injuries
Various factors cause bus accidents and injuries:
- Distracted driving.
- Overloading.
- Drivers suddenly starting and stopping the buses too sharply, making passengers fall or hit their heads.
- Loose items inside the bus that hit passengers during sudden stops.
Consult a Beverly Hills Bus Accident Attorney Now
Do you need to seek compensation for your bus accident injuries? You should not wait to consult with a Beverly Hills bus accident attorney from Jalilvand Law. Please contact us for a free consultation today.
