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Questions About Bus Accidents

Atlanta, Georgia

I was on a city bus that ran through an intersection and was hit by another vehicle. I wasn't really hurt badly, but my back has been sore. Should I see a doctor?
At Robbins & Associates we advise anyone who has been in an accident to seek medical attention as quickly as possible. Some injuries may take a while to manifest symptoms; without a medical report, it can be difficult to construct a case if your condition worsens.

The bus company's insurance offered me a settlement that seems reasonable. Should I take it?
The company's insurance company wants to settle a case as quickly as possible. In their haste to close the case, the company's attorneys and insurance company may try to pressure you to settle for less money than you may be entitled to as compensation for your injuries. We recommend that you consult with a Robbins & Associates attorney before accepting the company's settlement.

My husband was injured on a charter bus and has not been able to work. Is my family entitled to compensation?
A Robbins & Associates attorney would have to evaluate the facts of your case. However, if your family is suffering loss of income and other hardships due to your husband's not being able to work, you may have grounds for a case.

What sort of compensation could I receive?
Your exact compensation will be an individual matter. But in general, you could be compensated for:

Medical costs, present and future
Pain and suffering
Property damage
Lost wages, present and future
Lost relationship with your spouse
Out-of-pocket expenses related to your injuries

Punitive damages, awarded to punish a negligent driver who caused the accident, are not frequent, but in cases where the other driver was particularly negligent, are sometimes awarded to the injured person.

An insurance adjuster asked me to record a statement. Should I do that?
Absolutely not. There is no requirement that you do it, and it will certainly be used against you later if you do. The insurance adjuster may well be friendly, and may seem helpful, but remember that he or she works for the insurance company, not for you. So just give a courteous refusal, and ask for the adjuster's name and phone number. You can say you'll get back to them. Meanwhile, contact an experienced bus accident lawyer as soon as possible to protect your legal rights.

If you or a loved one has been the victim of a bus accident in Atlanta or anywhere in Georgia, please call or email one of our experienced bus accident attorneys today to schedule your free initial consultation.

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