Throughout Illinois, residents of and visitors to our State use buses every day.  Many children use them to get to and from school.  Large numbers of working men and women rely on buses to transport them to and from their workplaces.  And sightseers board buses to enjoy the many attractions our State has to offer.  Unfortunately, accidents involving buses are not uncommon, and they have the potential to cause serious injuries to passengers, pedestrians and other motorists on the road.  If you or someone in your family has been injured in a bus accident, call the bus accident lawyers at GWC for a free consultation today. 

Factors that may contribute to bus accidents include defective manufacturing or design of buses or their components, insufficient driver training, driver negligence, and road defects.  A thorough investigation is required to identify any and all people and entities that might have placed a part in an accident.  Many buses are considered “common carriers” under Illinois law, meaning that they have to exercise the highest degree of care for their occupants’ safety.  But because many public transportation buses are owned by governmental entities, there are also strict technical limitations on your ability to file and collect on a claim.  The attorneys at GWC are knowledgeable and skilled in all aspects of Illinois transportation liability law, including bus accidents.  We know exactly what needs to be done from day one and we have successfully represented a number of bus accident victims. 

If it is ultimately proven that someone else was legally responsible for causing your injuries, you may be entitled to money damages for such things as medical bills, lost wages and pain and suffering.  The Illinois bus accident lawyers of GWC always strive to recover the maximum verdicts or settlements possible for their clients.  It is our goal to put our vast legal experience to work for you.  If you or a loved one has been injured in a bus accident, don’t hesitate to contact an attorney and educate yourself on your legal rights.  Call GWC today for a free consultation.