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South Florida Bus Accident Attorney

Fighting For Bus Accident Victims

Throughout Miami-Dade, Broward & Palm Beach Counties

Injuries from any type of bus accident can be severe because these vehicles are large, heavy, and often do not come equipped with seatbelts. Determining who is at fault can require an in-depth investigation, as there can be multiple defendants involved and several layers of insurance coverage.

Why do Bus Accidents Occur in and Around Miami-Dade, Broward & Palm Beach Counties?

Higher population and increased student enrollment lead to more school busses being on the road. Public transportation/private charter bus accidents are also not uncommon.

Some common causes of South Florida bus accidents are:

  • failure to obey the rules of the road
  • driving while intoxicated, drowsy, or distracted
  • improperly maintained or faulty equipment
  • unqualified bus drivers
  • failure to maintain safe roads

Drivers have a duty to obey the rules of the road and pay attention to their surroundings. When drivers neglect these responsibilities, they can injure or even kill other motorists. If you or a loved one have been injured in an auto accident, you may be entitled to compensation from the at-fault driver’s insurance company.

In the aftermath of an auto accident, you may be left dealing with physical pain, doctor appointments, medical bills, car repairs, missed time from work, or funeral expenses. Unfortunately, insurance companies are not in the business of acting with your best interest in mind. Their goal is to settle your claim as quickly and cheaply as possible. That’s why it is important to hire an experienced south Florida car accident lawyer who will fight to get you the compensation you deserve.

At the Law Offices of David A. Salmon P.A., a south Florida car accident law firm, we have the experience and resources to:

  • identify all defendants
  • identify all available insurance coverage
  • preserve evidence
  • gather police reports, medical records, and lost wage information
  • work with experts to determine how much it will cost to treat your injuries
  • build your case
  • negotiate with the insurance company
  • recover maximum compensation
  • take your case to trial

From hazardous road conditions to heavily traveled roadways, Florida is one of the most dangerous states for motorcycle riders. Motorcycle accidents tend to cause severe injuries because motorcyclists often have very little protection.

Insurance claims involving motorcycle accidents can be complicated; there are circumstances that can affect your ability to receive compensation. If you or a loved one have been seriously injured in a motorcycle accident caused by a negligent driver, you should contact a south Florida motorcycle accident attorney to help you negotiate a fair settlement.

At the Law Offices of David A. Salmon P.A., a South Florida motorcycle accident law firm, we have the experience and resources to:

  • identify all defendants
  • locate all insurance coverage
  • preserve evidence
  • gather police reports, medical records, and lost wage information
  • build your case
  • work with experts to determine how much it will cost to treat your injuries
  • negotiate with the insurance company
  • recover maximum compensation
  • take your case to trial

Trucks are large, heavy vehicles that can cause serious injuries to other drivers on the road. Florida remains one of the top contributors to injuries and fatalities caused by accidents involving trucks due to its high volume of traffic. Common causes of trucking accidents are speeding, distracted driving, fatigue and driving while under the influence.

When a trucking accident occurs, police and insurance adjusters perform a detailed investigation to determine who is at fault, as there may be multiple defendants and more than one layer of insurance coverage available.

At the Law Offices of David A. Salmon P.A., a South Florida truck accident law firm, we have the experience and resources to:

  • identify all defendants
  • identify all available insurance coverage
  • preserve evidence
  • gather police reports, medical records, and lost wage information
  • work with experts to determine how much it will cost to treat your injuries
  • build your case
  • negotiate with the insurance company
  • recover maximum compensation
  • take your case to trial

Florida is one of the most dangerous states for bicycle accidents. Unfortunately, an increased number of cyclists on the road results in an increased number of bicycle accidents. While cyclists must take care in riding their bicycles on the road, negligence on the part of motor vehicle drivers is said to be the main cause of most bicycle accidents. However, even if you are partially at fault for your own bicycle accident, it is important to remember that Florida operates under the pure comparative fault system, which means you may still be entitled to compensation from the at-fault driver’s insurance company.

At the Law Offices of David A. Salmon P.A., a South Florida bicycle accident law firm, we have the experience and resources to:

  • identify all defendants
  • identify all available insurance coverage
  • preserve evidence
  • gather police reports, medical records, and lost wage information
  • work with experts to determine how much it will cost to treat your injuries
  • build your case
  • negotiate with the insurance company
  • recover maximum compensation
  • take your case to trial

According to the Florida Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles, the number of school bus accidents is on the rise. Higher population and increased student enrollment lead to more school busses being on the road. Public transportation/private charter bus accidents are also not uncommon. Injuries from any type of bus accident can be severe because these vehicles are large, heavy, and often do not come equipped with seatbelts. Determining who is at fault can require an in-depth investigation; there can be multiple defendants involved and several layers of insurance coverage.

At the Law Offices of David A. Salmon P.A., a South Florida bus accident law firm, we have the experience and resources to:

  • identify all defendants
  • identify all available insurance coverage
  • preserve evidence
  • gather police reports, medical records, and lost wage information
  • work with experts to determine how much it will cost to treat your injuries
  • build your case
  • negotiate with the insurance company
  • recover maximum compensation
  • take your case to trial

No one expects to go for a walk and get struck by a car. Unfortunately, pedestrian injuries and fatalities remain high nationwide. Common causes of pedestrian accidents include improperly crossing an intersection or roadway, failure to yield the right of way, playing/working in a roadway, poor visibility, being under the influence, distractions, and physical impairments. If you or a loved one have been injured as a pedestrian, it is important to remember that Florida operates under the pure comparative fault system, which means you may still be entitled to compensation even if you are partially at fault for the accident.

At the Law Offices of David A. Salmon P.A., a South Florida pedestrian accident law firm, we have the experience and resources to:

  • identify all defendants
  • identify all available insurance coverage
  • preserve evidence
  • gather police reports, medical records, and lost wage information
  • work with experts to determine how much it will cost to treat your injuries
  • build your case
  • negotiate with the insurance company
  • recover maximum compensation
  • take your case to trial

Florida leads the nation for the most registered vessels. Unfortunately, it also leads the nation for the highest number of reported boating accidents. One of the most common causes of boating accidents is lack of education. Other common contributors are hazardous weather conditions, intoxicated or distracted drivers, negligent maintenance, defective parts, capsizing and passenger overboard. If you or a family member have been seriously injured in a recreational boating accident or yacht accident, call our office today to speak with south Florida maritime attorney, David A. Salomon.

Many accident victims affected by a brain injury will have permanent disabilities that require a lifetime of costly medical care. The effects of a brain injury are unpredictable from person to person. A brain injury can affect the way we act, think, and feel. Some common effects of a brain injury are cognitive disabilities, physical disabilities, behavioral changes, and mental conditions.

At the Law Offices of David A. Salmon P.A., a South Florida brain injury/traumatic brain injury (TBI) accident law firm, we have the experience and resources to:

  • identify all defendants
  • identify all available insurance coverage
  • preserve evidence
  • gather police reports, medical records, and lost wage information
  • work with experts to determine how much it will cost to treat your injuries
  • build your case
  • negotiate with the insurance company
  • recover maximum compensation
  • take your case to trial

As auto and gas prices soar, rideshare companies such as Lyft and Uber have become increasingly more popular. Scores of people have reported physical assaults, sexual assaults, and car accidents while either riding in a Lyft/Uber or driving for one of the rideshare companies. It is important to contact an experienced rideshare accident attorney to assess your situation and determine the next steps.

At the Law Offices of David A. Salmon P.A., a South Florida rideshare accident law firm, we have the experience and resources to:

  • identify all defendants
  • identify all available insurance coverage
  • preserve evidence
  • gather police reports, medical records, and lost wage information
  • work with experts to determine how much it will cost to treat your injuries
  • build your case
  • negotiate with the insurance company
  • recover maximum compensation
  • take your case to trial

If an accident or wrongful conduct claims the life of a loved one, you will undoubtedly have good days and bad while coping with the loss, but you may also be left with medical bills and other losses as a result. If you have suffered the loss of a loved one due to someone else’s negligence, you may be entitled to compensation that can bring relief to you and your family.

At the Law Offices of David A. Salmon P.A., a South Florida wrongful death accident law firm, we have the experience and resources to:

  • identify all defendants
  • identify all available insurance coverage
  • preserve evidence
  • gather police reports, medical records, and lost wage information
  • work with experts to determine how much it will cost to treat your injuries
  • build your case
  • negotiate with the insurance company
  • recover maximum compensation
  • take your case to trial

There are a wide range of hazards associated with construction work. While employers must do everything reasonable to mitigate onsite risks, accidents do happen. Construction site accidents involving hazardous or heavy equipment, trucks, a fall from heights, electrocution or an explosion can result in serious injury and even fatality. If you or a family member have been injured in a construction site accident, it is important to remember that you may also be able to file a liability claim against other defendants for personal injuries and may be entitled to additional compensation.

At the Law Offices of David A. Salmon P.A., a south Florida construction accident law firm, we have the experience and resources to:

  • identify all defendants
  • identify all available insurance coverage
  • preserve evidence
  • gather police reports, medical records, and lost wage information
  • work with experts to determine how much it will cost to treat your injuries
  • build your case
  • negotiate with the insurance company
  • recover maximum compensation
  • take your case to trial

Premises liability is a type of personal injury claim that arises from an unsafe or defective condition on someone else’s property. Under these circumstances, the property owner may be held liable for the injuries sustained if he or she was negligent in the ownership or maintenance of the property. Common premises liability accidents include slip and fall, inadequate building security resulting in injury or assault, elevator accidents, swimming pool accidents, fires, and toxic chemicals. If you or someone you love are injured on someone else’s property, including the apartment complex you live in, it is important to contact an experienced premises liability attorney to evaluate your potential claim and obtain expert legal advice.

At the Law Offices of David A. Salmon P.A., a south Florida premises liability accident law firm, we have the experience and resources to:

  • identify all defendants
  • identify all available insurance coverage
  • preserve evidence
  • gather police reports, medical records, and lost wage information
  • work with experts to determine how much it will cost to treat your injuries
  • build your case
  • negotiate with the insurance company
  • recover maximum compensation
  • take your case to trial

Florida’s strict liability laws for dog owners means they are liable for unprovoked dog bites. If you or your child have been attacked or bitten by an aggressive dog, contact an experienced south Florida dog bite attorney to understand your rights and seek expert legal advice. Our office handles dog bite cases throughout Miami Dade, Broward, and Palm Beach Counties.

At the Law Offices of David A. Salmon P.A., a south Florida dog bite accident law firm, we have the experience and resources to:

  • identify all defendants
  • identify all available insurance coverage
  • preserve evidence
  • gather police reports, medical records, and lost wage information
  • work with experts to determine how much it will cost to treat your injuries
  • build your case
  • negotiate with the insurance company
  • recover maximum compensation
  • take your case to trial

Medical malpractice is when a hospital, doctor or healthcare practitioner negligently causes injury or death to a patient. Some common examples of medical malpractice are failure to diagnose, misdiagnosis, surgical errors, misreading lab results, improper medication, premature discharge, poor follow-up care, disregarding patient history, failure to order proper testing, and failure to recognize symptoms. If you or a family member have suffered an injury or death due to the negligence of a Florida medical care provider,

At the Law Offices of David A. Salmon P.A., a south Florida medical malpractice law firm, we have the experience and resources to:

  • identify all defendants
  • identify all available insurance coverage
  • preserve evidence
  • gather police reports, medical records, and lost wage information
  • work with experts to determine how much it will cost to treat your injuries
  • build your case
  • negotiate with the insurance company
  • recover maximum compensation
  • take your case to trial

New products are introduced into the market daily. Manufacturers of these products have a duty to make them safe for consumers. Under Florida law, consumers who sustain injuries from a defective product can hold suppliers, designers, distributors, and manufacturers liable for placing a faulty product into the hands of consumers. Some well-known products liability lawsuits are:

  • The McDonald’s Hot Coffee Lawsuit, wherein a consumer suffered 3rd degree burns when a scolding hot cup of coffee was spilled on her lap. The consumer filed a claim against McDonalds for failure to warn consumers of the extremely overheated coffee they served.
  • The Dow Corning silicone breast implants class action lawsuit, wherein consumers claimed defective breast implants were rupturing, causing injury
  • The Monsanto Roundup lawsuits, wherein consumers alleged that using Roundup caused them to develop cancer and that the manufacturer failed to warn consumers about the products cancer-causing side effects.

At the Law Offices of David A. Salmon P.A., a south Florida products liability law firm, we have the experience and resources to:

  • identify all defendants
  • identify all available insurance coverage
  • preserve evidence
  • gather police reports, medical records, and lost wage information
  • work with experts to determine how much it will cost to treat your injuries
  • build your case
  • negotiate with the insurance company
  • recover maximum compensation
  • take your case to trial

 

What Should You Do If You Are Involved
In A Car Accident?

Taking the right steps, and avoiding the wrong ones, after being harmed in a personal injury
accident can significantly inprove your chances of recovering proper compensation:

Do
  • dial 911
  • report the accident to the police
  • document the accident with notes, pictures, or video
  • obtain witness names and contact information
  • seek medical attention
  • report the accident to your insurance company
  • contact an experienced personal injury attorney
DON’T
  • say anything indicating you may have caused the accident
  • deny medical attention
  • post information about the accident on social media
  • communicate with the other driver’s insurance company before speaking with your attorney
  • try to settle your case quickly by working with an insurance company

FAQs About Florida Bus Accidents

  • draft a written narrative of the accident
  • gather documentation of medical bills and other financial losses
  • gather photos and any other evidence you may have
  • gather names and contact information of any witnesses

The Florida Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles indicates:

  • 3,244 accidents involving commercial motor vehicles occurred in Broward County in 2021
  • 6,291 accidents involving commercial motor vehicles occurred in Miami-Dade County in 2020

Because buses are classified as a type of commercial motor vehicle, these statistics provide a basic sense of how common bus accidents are in Florida.

Contact our office for a free case evaluation.

What to do After a Bus Accident

  • check yourself and others for injuries
  • move to a safe area
  • collect names and insurance information of others involved in the collision
  • collect names and contact information of witnesses
  • call the police to report the accident
  • stay calm and refrain from making any statements suggesting you are at fault
  • take pictures documenting the accident scene and your injuries
  • see a doctor immediately, even if you don’t think you have been injured
  • contact an experienced South Florida bus accident attorney

Recovering Compensation After a Bus Accident

If you or a loved one have been injured in a bus accident, contacting an experienced South Florida bus attorney is an important step in your recovery as you may be entitled to recover compensation for your injuries and other related losses.

At the Law Offices of David A. Salomon. P.A., a South Florida bus accident law firm, we have the experience and resources to:

  • identify all defendants
  • locate all insurance coverage
  • preserve evidence
  • gather police reports, medical records, and lost wage information
  • build your case
  • work with experienced attorneys to determine how much it will cost to treat your injuries
  • negotiate with the insurance company
  • recover maximum compensation
  • take your case to trial

Contact us for a free case evaluation today. Our office works on a contingency fee basis meaning, you only pay legal fees if we accept your case and are successful in getting you compensated for your injuries.

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If you have been accused of a crime, it is crucial to the outcome of your case that you get help from an experienced attorney. David A. Salomon is here to protect your rights and will fight to get you the best possible result for your legal situation. To contact us, send us a message or call us now.

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