Erie, Pennsylvania, Bus Accident Injury Lawyers

The Dietrich Law Firm P.C.’s Team of Dedicated Personal Injury Attorneys Will Aggressively Represent Individuals Injured in Bus Accidents in Erie, Pennsylvania.

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Driver error is a leading cause of motor vehicle accidents, according to the National Safety Council. Among bus drivers, distracted driving contributes to an increased likelihood that driver error will occur. With nearly one million buses operating in the United States, buses are an important resource for many communities. From local school buses to city transport, many of us rely on bus transportation multiple times a day.

Jed Dietrich, Esq. and his team at the Dietrich Law Firm P.C. are dedicated to representing victims of bus accidents in Erie, Pennsylvania. Reach out to us today at 814-839-3939 or contact us online using our online consultation form to find out how we can best help you.

What Is Driver Error?

When it comes to the operation of motor vehicles, certain factors can contribute to the likelihood of an accident occurring. These factors can occur inside or outside of a vehicle. An external factor in a bus accident is often environmental. For example, weather conditions like snow, rain, or fog can impede visibility and interfere with vehicle operation. An external factor can also be an obstruction in the roadway or an accident that is caused by another driver.

Driver error, also known as the human factor, is an example of an internal factor. In fact, operator error has been found to cause the majority of motor vehicle crashes. Most of us are familiar with terms such as reckless driving, road rage, or distracted driving. All of which fall into the category of driver error. Driver error is any failure on the part of the vehicle operator to practice safe driving. Driver error can be broken into four subcategories:

1. Distraction: Distracted driving broadly includes behaviors like changing the radio station, having a conversation, checking phone messages, rubbernecking at accidents, looking at a passing view, or searching for an address.
2. Poor Decision-Making: Errors in decision-making while behind the wheel can include speeding, over or under compensating for road conditions, and failure to judge the distances and speeds of other drivers correctly.
3. Offensive Driving: Failure to implement defensive driving, or a failure to compensate for road conditions, can result in loss of vehicle control and lead to an accident.
4. Physical Causes: Other factors contributing to driver error include driving under the influence of drugs, alcohol, medication, or falling asleep behind the wheel.

The Dietrich Law Firm P.C. has successfully represented countless clients in cases of serious personal injury throughout Erie, Pennsylvania, and beyond. In matters of personal injury, our top priority is always ensuring that you and your loved ones receive the best possible outcome for your personal injury case. Call us now at 814-839-3939 or visit us online to receive your free consultation. You will never be charged a fee until we secure a win for you!

Types Of Bus Accidents

Bus accidents can be assigned to one of two categories: Interior or exterior accidents. These accident types can vary widely in cause, circumstance, and severity.

1. Interior Accidents: An interior accident is any accident that takes place inside the bus itself. Most commonly, this involves a slip and fall injury in the aisle or on the steps.
2. Exterior Accidents: An exterior accident is any accident involving other motor vehicles, pedestrians, bicyclists, or fixtures that the bus collides with.

No matter the type of bus accident, the severity of a personal injury claim should never be understated, particularly when that claim concerns the well-being of yourself or a loved one. Jed Dietrich, Esq. has a lifetime of experience in personal injury litigation. The Dietrich Law Firm P.C. is dedicated to providing top-quality advice and assistance to victims of personal injury accidents in Erie, Pennsylvania, and beyond. If you are seeking legal assistance, please reach out to us today by calling us at 814-839-3939 or by contacting us online.

Determining Fault In A Bus Accident

Unfortunately, determining who is at fault in an Erie, Pennsylvania, bus accident is not often simple. For example, if your car was rear-ended by a bus while you were stopped at a traffic light. Presumably, the bus driver would be at fault due to driver error; they ought to have allowed themselves sufficient time to stop to avoid running into your vehicle. In this case, you may want to seek compensation for damages, but is your claim against the driver of the bus, the company that they work for, or both?

In order to determine fault in any motor vehicle accident, evidence must be collected and evaluated. This evidence includes statements from the parties involved, witness statements, photographs, medical reports, and the police accident report. Even once evidence has been gathered, it is not always clear what the next step should be in seeking compensation for your loss. An Erie, Pennsylvania, bus accident injury lawyer can evaluate all of the evidence presented and provide advice and support in pursuing your personal injury claim.

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Call the Dietrich Law Firm P.C. immediately at 814-839-3939 so that our aggressive, tenacious, and hardworking personal injury lawyers can fight to obtain the best result for your personal injury claim in Erie, Pennsylvania. We are available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, and there is never a fee until we WIN for you!

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