Whether you were riding a SPARTA city bus, a school bus, a Greyhound, or a charter service, a bus accident can leave you with serious injuries, high medical bills, and no clear path forward. When a large vehicle crashes, it’s often passengers, pedestrians, and drivers of smaller vehicles who suffer the most.
At Ted Law Firm, we help victims of bus accidents in Spartanburg, Boiling Springs, Duncan, and across Upstate South Carolina hold the right parties accountable. We’ll handle the legal battle, so you can focus on your recovery.
Who Can File a Bus Accident Claim?
We represent a wide range of bus accident victims, including:
- Passengers injured in a public or private bus crash
- Drivers and passengers in other vehicles struck by a bus
- Pedestrians or cyclists hit by a bus
- Parents of children injured in school bus accidents
- Families pursuing wrongful death claims after fatal bus incidents
Whether the bus is operated by a city, a school district, or a private company, we investigate thoroughly to determine who is at fault, and who should pay.
Common Causes of Bus Accidents in Spartanburg
Bus drivers and transportation companies have a legal responsibility to operate safely. Unfortunately, negligence is far too common.
Bus accidents often happen due to:
- Driver fatigue or distracted driving
- Inadequate training or supervision
- Speeding or reckless driving
- Failure to yield to other vehicles or pedestrians
- Poor maintenance or defective equipment
- Dangerous road conditions or weather
- Driving under the influence
We dig into logs, inspection records, and traffic data to find the root cause of the crash and build a strong case.
Injuries in Bus Accidents Can Be Severe
Buses lack seat belts in most cases, and the sheer size of the vehicle can cause catastrophic harm to others on the road.
We represent clients with:
- Traumatic brain injuries (TBI)
- Spinal cord damage and paralysis
- Broken bones and orthopedic injuries
- Facial injuries or disfigurement
- Crush injuries or amputations
- Internal injuries and bleeding
- Fatal injuries resulting in wrongful death lawsuits
We work with medical professionals to understand the full impact of your injuries both short and long term.
What Compensation Can You Recover?
Depending on the severity of your injuries and who’s liable, you may be entitled to compensation for:
- Emergency and ongoing medical expenses
- Lost wages and reduced earning capacity
- Pain and suffering
- Emotional trauma and mental health support
- Property damage
- Funeral and burial costs (for fatal accidents)
We pursue every available source of compensation, including city governments, private contractors, and corporate insurance policies.
How We Help Injury Victims
At Ted Law Firm, we understand that taking legal action against a bus company or government agency can be intimidating. That’s why we handle every step of the case for you.
We will:
- Investigate the crash and preserve all evidence
- Identify every responsible party and applicable insurance coverage
- File timely claims and deal with insurers
- Document your injuries, expenses, and emotional losses
- Fight for a fair settlement, or take your case to trial
You focus on recovery, we’ll focus on results.
Don’t Wait Special Deadlines May Apply
In South Carolina, you generally have three years to file a personal injury claim. But if a government entity (such as a city-owned bus system or school district) is involved, shorter deadlines and specific filing procedures may apply.
Talk to a Spartanburg Bus Accident Lawyer Today
Don’t wait to get legal help. South Carolina’s statute of limitations gives you limited time to file a personal injury claim. Evidence fades, and the insurance company has already started building their case you should too. Call Ted Law Firm today to schedule your free, no-obligation consultation.We work on a contingency fee basis, so you pay nothing unless we win your case. Contact us today for a free consultation, or stop by one of our conveniently located South Carolina offices in Charleston, Greenville, Columbia, Aiken, or Myrtle Beach so we can discuss your case face-to-face. Remember, you pay nothing unless we win your case, so there is no harm in scheduling a free consultation. You’re in good hands with Ted Law Firm.
