Buses are one of the most convenient and inexpensive ways to get around Los Angeles County. Unfortunately, bus accidents in Hawthorne are common and can result in serious personal injuries. At Harris Personal Injury Lawyers, Inc., we provide the professional legal representation victims and their families need to get compensation in a claim.  

Our Hawthorne bus accident attorneys have decades of combined experience handling these cases and provide the caring, comprehensive legal service you need throughout the claims process. Top case results show our success in obtaining settlements and jury awards totaling millions of dollars. For a free consultation, call 1-800-GO-HARRIS today.  

Cases Our Hawthorne Bus Accident Attorneys Handle 

Local children often rely on buses to get to and from school, while many adults commute or run errands via the City of Gardena GTrans service or LA Metro buses running through the area. For longer trips, Greyhound and charter bus companies provide cost-effective options. However, regardless of the bus service you and your loved ones rely on, be aware of the potential risks.  

Bus accidents in Hawthorne occur on a regular basis and often leave those involved suffering serious harm. At Harris Personal Injury Lawyers, we help victims get the compensation they need to recover. Cases our Hawthorne bus accident attorneys handle include:  

• Major bus crashes, such as rollovers and collisions with fixed objects or other motorists; 
• Passenger bus accidents, in which victims are struck by objects or thrown from their seats during a trip; 
• Bus stop and bus station accidents, such as slips and falls while boarding or getting off the bus; 
• Bus accidents involving bicyclists and pedestrians, which can happen anywhere along local bus routes.  

How Do Bus Accidents In Hawthorne Happen?  

According to the Bureau of Transportation Statistics (BTS), nearly 30 people are killed in bus accidents in California each year, while hundreds of other victims suffer serious personal injuries. With the number of buses running throughout Hawthorne and the Los Angeles area, residents here are at increased risk.  

Any type of bus accident is capable of causing potentially life-threatening personal injuries. At Harris Personal Injury Lawyers, we investigate to determine how it happened and who is responsible. Common causes in cases our Hawthorne bus accident attorneys represent include:  

• Reckless operations, such as when the bus driver or other motorists engage in speeding, aggressive driving, distracted driving, or are under the influence; 
• Mechanical failures, such as tire defects, engine problems, or brake failure, making bus accidents in Hawthorne more likely to happen; 
• Mistakes and errors on the part of bus company employees, such as scheduling errors and failure to maintain bus stops or stations; 
• Bus company negligence, such as not properly training drivers, failing to follow state safety regulations, and not taking other precautions to prevent personal injuries.  

How Do I Get Compensation For Hawthorne Bus Accident Injuries?  

Bus accidents are among the most complex types of claims. The bus company, individual employees, other motorists, and even bus manufacturers and parts distributors or city planners may all share a portion of responsibility.  

As bus companies typically have teams of attorneys on their side to defend them, it is important to get our legal team at Harris Personal Injury Lawyers on yours. Our experienced Hawthorne bus accident attorneys can conduct our own investigations, gather the evidence needed, and protect your rights throughout the claims process.  

You can count on us to aggressively negotiate with the bus company and their insurers to obtain the maximum amount you are entitled to in a settlement. If your claim is disputed or multiple parties are at fault, we will not hesitate to take your case to court. Compensation available in a bus accident lawsuit under the California Civil Code includes:  

• Coverage of all current and future medical expenses;
• Payment for any property damages suffered;
• Reimbursement for lost wages and future losses in income and wages;
• Additional amounts for pain, suffering, scarring, disfigurement, and loss of enjoyment in life.  

In cases where the bus driver, the bus company, or others involved acted with gross negligence, we can also push for exemplary damages to be awarded. This is an additional amount totaling two or three times other compensation and serves as punishment for those at fault while preventing others from engaging in similarly dangerous behavior.  

To Request A Free Consultation, Call 1-800-GO-HARRIS Today 

Bus accidents in Hawthorne can leave you or your loved ones suffering serious personal injuries. To protect your rights to compensation when dealing with bus companies and others involved, get Harris Personal Injury Lawyers on your side. We typically handle these cases on a contingency basis, meaning no upfront costs or out-of-pocket attorney fees. To request a free consultation, call 1-800-GO-HARRIS or contact our Hawthorne bus accident attorneys online today.