Chicago Bus Accident Lawyer
A bus accident can cause life-changing injuries and trauma. An experienced Chicago bus accident lawyer can help victims pursue financial justice and recover damages to offset the burdensome costs and consequences of a crash.
- Why Choose Levin & Perconti for Your Bus Accident Case in Chicago
- How Can a Chicago Personal Injury Lawyer Help If I’ve Been Hurt in a Bus Accident?
- How much is my Chicago bus accident case worth?
- What damages are available to Chicago bus accident victims?
- Who Can Be Liable for a Bus Accident in Chicago, Illinois?
- Is There a Time Limit for Filing a Bus Accident Lawsuit in Illinois?
- How Do I File a Bus Accident Claim in Illinois?
- Frequently Asked Questions
Did you recently suffer injuries in a bus accident in Chicago, Illinois? Whether you were a bus passenger, a bystander, or in another vehicle, you may have the right to recover compensation. The experienced Chicago bus accident lawyers at Levin & Perconti are here to help you maximize your financial recovery.
Since 1992, our nationally recognized Illinois trial attorneys have been dedicated advocates to Chicago’s accident victims. Putting decades of experience behind every case, we’ve helped clients recover over $2 billion in verdicts and settlements.
Don’t settle for a penny less than you deserve. Contact our Chicago law office to learn about your legal rights and discover why you’ll want Levin & Perconti fighting for you after your bus accident. Your first consultation is free, so call today.
Why Choose Levin & Perconti for Your Bus Accident Case in Chicago
Hiring an experienced bus accident attorney from Levin & Perconti can significantly improve the outcome of your case. We have the skills, resources, and experience to take on any claim, no matter how complicated or high-stakes the situation is.
Experience & Track Record
Our firm has helped thousands of clients since 1992, boasting over 400 years of combined legal experience. We’ve recovered over $2 billion in verdicts and settlements for our clients, ranking among the top firms in the state for our significant results. Our reputation for success earns us the respect of those we face, helping us win fair settlements fast.
Contingency-Based, Aggressive Representation
We never settle for less than fair compensation, and we’re not afraid to go to court to get our clients the results they deserve. Our services are available for no upfront cost. We work on contingency, meaning you won’t owe us anything unless we win your case.
Access to Expert Resources
We maintain a nationwide network of some of the best experts available in their fields, giving us access to dependable, trusted testimony to back up your claims. We also have the financial resources to spare no expense in building the strongest possible cases for our clients.
Compassionate, Client-Centered Guidance
We put our clients first throughout the legal process. We take charge and handle all aspects of your case, giving you the space and time you need to heal instead of stressing over your claim. We’ll keep you informed through consistent, transparent communication and remain available around the clock to answer your questions.
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How Can a Chicago Personal Injury Lawyer Help If I’ve Been Hurt in a Bus Accident?
A Chicago personal injury lawyer helps you focus on healing while they handle your case. Levin & Perconti’s experienced team will:
- Coordinate a thorough independent investigation of your bus crash
- Establish causation, fault, and liability
- Gather accident reports, photographs, video footage, bus maintenance and inspection records, physical evidence from the scene of the crash, medical records, and other information that can be used to build and strengthen a claim for damages
- Interview, subpoena, and depose witnesses and interested parties
- Anticipate victim-blaming tactics that could hurt your chances of a full financial recovery
- Consult with respected experts, specialists, and professionals
- Handle negotiations with other parties on your behalf
Our goal will be to achieve a swift and meaningful settlement that accurately reflects what your Chicago bus accident case is worth. However, we’ll never sacrifice the quality of our legal representation or leave money on the table just to make a quick deal. If we believe you can get a better settlement or that there are good odds of a victory at trial, we’ll be ready to bring your case to a jury.
Contact our Chicago law office today to get started with a free consultation.
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How much is my Chicago bus accident case worth?
Your bus accident case’s value depends on several key factors. Knowing these helps set realistic expectations for compensation.
- What types of injuries have you suffered?
- Are your injuries going to result in a permanent impairment or disability?
- Are you able to continue working?
- What was your earning capacity before your bus accident?
- What’s your earning capacity now?
- Do you share responsibility for the bus accident?
- Has the crash aggravated any pre-existing medical conditions?
- How has being in a bus accident affected you psychologically?
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$1.25M
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for a 50-year-old woman who suffered multiple pelvic fractures, rib fractures, and spinal transverse process fractures when she was run over by a bus while walking in a crosswalk.
$1.25M
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77-year-old woman whose right leg was amputated above the knee when she was struck by a bus while walking across a bus terminal.
$1.25M
Settlement
50-year-old woman who suffered multiple pelvic fractures, rib fractures, and spinal transverse process fractures when she was run over by a bus while walking in a crosswalk.
What damages are available to Chicago bus accident victims?
Chicago bus accident victims can recover economic damages and non-economic damages through a personal injury claim
Economic Damages
Economic damages make up for the financial losses and costs associated with a bus accident, including:
- Medical bills
- Lost wages
- Disability
- Rehabilitation
- Therapy
- Property damage
- Nursing care
Non-Economic Damages
Non-economic damages are awarded to make up for the consequences of a bus crash that don’t have a set financial value, such as:
- Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD)
- Depression
- Anxiety
- Pain and suffering
- Chronic physical pain and discomfort
- Reduced quality of life
- Embarrassment
- Disfigurement
How Does Levin & Perconti Maximize Your Damages?
At Levin & Perconti, we’ve worked hard to cultivate relationships with leading accident and injury specialists in Chicago. We’ll lean on them for insight into your case so that we can fully appreciate the scope and impact of your injuries. With their assistance, we’ll be armed with the information we need to not only win your bus accident case, but maximize your financial award.
Who Can Be Liable for a Bus Accident in Chicago, Illinois?
Under Illinois state law, liability is shared by everyone who plays a role in causing a bus accident.
After our law firm has carefully investigated the circumstances of your crash, we may determine that one or more of the following parties are liable:
- Negligent bus driver
- Private bus company like Greyhound or Peter Pan
- Chicago Transit Authority
- Charter bus company
- Tour bus company
- School bus driver
- Government agency
- Employer of a negligent party
- Third-party motorist, including the driver of a passenger car, truck driver, or motorcyclist
- Pedestrian
- Bicyclist
- Property owner
Once liability is clear, our bus accident lawyers will work to pursue damages from everyone who directly or indirectly contributed to your accident.
Is There a Time Limit for Filing a Bus Accident Lawsuit in Illinois?
The type of bus that’s involved in your accident will dictate how long you have to file a personal injury lawsuit.
How Does Levin & Perconti Maximize Your Damages?
For accidents involving private buses, Illinois’ two-year statute of limitations will typically apply. This will give you until the second anniversary of your bus crash to file a claim for damages.
Government-Run Bus Accidents
For accidents involving Chicago city buses or other government-run services, you may have just one year to initiate a legal claim for damages.
Statute of limitations laws are complex, and you don’t want to let the deadline pass before you take action. You lose the right to file a claim, demand accountability, and recover compensation once the statute of limitations expires.
How Do I File a Bus Accident Claim in Illinois?
The process of filing a bus accident claim in Illinois starts with your actions in the immediate aftermath of the crash:
- Get to safety: Move away from further danger before doing anything else.
- Seek medical attention: Head to a health care provider as soon as possible. Getting treated right away will limit your chances of complications or adverse health issues, even if you have no immediately noticeable injuries.
- Gather evidence: If you’re not too injured to stay on the scene, take photos of your injuries and any damage caused by the bus. Talk to any potential witnesses and get their contact information. Make note of any security cameras that may have captured the crash.
- Call 911: Notify the police about the accident. They’ll investigate and generate a police report that will serve as key evidence for your claim.
- Contact a trusted attorney: Getting a skilled Chicago bus accident lawyer is the most important step in filing a claim. Your attorney can handle every step of the legal process, ensuring everything is filed on time and maximizing your chances of recovering compensation.
Frequently Asked Questions
There are situations where you can sue government-run public transportation entities if they’re responsible for a bus accident.
How Common Are Bus Accidents in Illinois?
According to the Illinois Department of Transportation, more than 2,200 bus accidents were reported across the state in 2020, an average of six bus accidents every day.
These collisions included 1,839 passenger bus accidents, 407 resulting in an injury, and another two that resulted in fatalities. There were also 379 school bus accidents, 68 of which caused an injury and one that was fatal.
What Causes Most Bus Accidents in Chicago?
When bus accidents occur on the streets of Chicago, it’s usually because of human error or negligence.
Leading factors that contribute to bus accidents include:
- Inexperienced operator
- Speeding
- Distracted driving
- Drug and alcohol use
- Fatigued operation of a bus
- Failing to yield the right of way
- Blocking bike lanes, crosswalks, and otherwise impeding traffic
- Negligent hiring
- Negligent bus maintenance and repair
- Failing to pull a malfunctioning bus from service
- Unsafe turns
Other factors unrelated to human error, such as vehicle defects, bad weather conditions, and traffic congestion, can also cause bus accidents in Chicago.
What Types of Injuries Are Suffered by Bus Accident Victims in Chicago?
At Levin & Perconti, we represent bus accident victims who have suffered:
- Cuts and lacerations
- Broken bones
- Nerve damage
- Soft tissue damage, including sprains and strains
- Dental injury
- Trauma to the eyes and face
- Concussion
- Traumatic brain injury
- Whiplash
- Neck injury
- Back injury
- Spinal cord injury
- Paralysis
- Amputation
- Internal organ damage
What if My Loved One Died in a Bus Accident?
Our experienced Chicago bus accident lawyers can help you pursue a wrongful death claim to get justice for your loved one.
Can I Sue if the Bus Driver Was a Government Employee?
There are situations where you can sue government-run public transportation entities if they’re responsible for a bus accident.
Trusted Chicago Bus Accident Lawyers Ready to Fight for You
Did you or a family member recently sustain injuries in a bus accident in Chicago, Illinois? Speak with an experienced Chicago bus accident lawyer at Levin & Perconti. You may have the right to file an insurance claim or lawsuit, and we’re ready to help you work to secure a meaningful financial award.
You will get a team with 400+ years of experience that’s won millions to fight for you. All you have to do is give our law office in Chicago a call at (312) 332-2872 to discuss the details of your bus accident case. Your first consultation is free, and we’re always standing by 24/7/365.
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Notable Results
SETTLEMENT
for a 5-year-old boy run over by a fire truck as he played on a fire hydrant, resulting in the loss of his leg and half of his pelvis
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for the family of a 32-year-old woman who was killed when their pick-up truck was rear-ended by a semi-truck
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for a 23-year-old woman who suffered multiple leg fractures in an automobile collision
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