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Jackson, MS Bus Accident Lawyers

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Mr. Trotz was recognized from 2019-2023 as a Super Lawyers Mid-South Rising Star. Mr. Trotz is also a member of the Young Lawyers Division of the Memphis Bar Association, Memphis Bar Association, Tennessee Bar Association, and the Tennessee Trial Lawyers Association where he serves on the Executive Committee. READ OUR EDITORIAL GUIDELINES

Mr. Trotz was recognized from 2019-2023 as a Super Lawyers Mid-South Rising Star. Mr. Trotz is also a member of the Young Lawyers Division of the Memphis Bar Association, Memphis Bar Association, Tennessee Bar Association, and the Tennessee Trial Lawyers Association where he serves on the Executive Committee. READ OUR EDITORIAL GUIDELINES

Mr. Trotz was recognized from 2019-2023 as a Super Lawyers Mid-South Rising Star. Mr. Trotz is also a member of the Young Lawyers Division of the Memphis Bar Association, Memphis Bar Association, Tennessee Bar Association, and the Tennessee Trial Lawyers Association where he serves on the Executive Committee. READ OUR EDITORIAL GUIDELINES

Jackson Lawyers Representing Motor Vehicle Collision Victims

According to the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA), a bus is defined as “any motor vehicle designed, constructed, and/or used for the transportation of passengers, including taxicabs.” As common carriers, bus companies and their drivers must take specific steps to ensure the safety of those on board and others on the road. Bus accidents have the potential to cause chaos, especially if the vehicle is at or near capacity. If you were involved in a bus collision, you will want a Jackson bus accident attorney on your side who can conduct a thorough investigation into your case so no stone goes unturned. With an office in Jackson, Nahon, Saharovich & Trotz has handled automobile accident cases for more than 30 years, and we have recovered more than $1,500,000,000 in compensation for our injured clients during that time. Let us show you why NST is the way to go.

Protecting Your Legal Rights Following a Bus Crash

School buses, charter buses, coach buses, JATRAN buses, Greyhound buses – these are some of the common carriers you will see on roads and interstates in Jackson, Mississippi. What if you are riding on a bus that runs off the road? What if your kids are hurt in a school bus crash on at the end of the day their way home? What if a bus crashes into your car? Depending on the facts, claims for negligence may be asserted with the assistance of a bus accident lawyer in the Jackson area against the bus driver, the company that employs him or her, or both.

In an auto or bus accident case, Mississippi places the burden of proof on the injured victim(s). To prove liability against a bus driver, you must show that the bus driver failed to act and drive reasonably under the circumstances, which could be due to numerous reasons – driving while intoxicated, speeding, or disregarding traffic lights, just to name a few. Generally speaking, Mississippi law states all drivers owe a duty to others on the road to drive safely. Disregarding FMCSA regulations can also make a bus driver liable for a crash.

In Mississippi, the bus company may be responsible for a wreck in one of two ways, indirectly or directly. Indirect liability, or vicarious liability, can occur when a bus driver causes an accident while acting within the course and scope of employment. For example, let’s say a Greyhound bus driver has just left the bus station, located at 300 West Capitol Street, Jackson, MS 39201, and is driving the occupants to their next destination. If the bus rear-ends a sedan stopped in traffic, resulting in passengers onboard suffering injuries, the bus company will likely be vicariously responsible for the wreck and ensuing damages since the driver was on the clock and transporting passengers pursuant to his employment duties. On the other hand, the bus company could be directly liable if the wreck was caused by a mechanical issue that the bus company failed to identify or correct.

If you or a loved one was riding on a bus involved in a collision, you should speak with an experienced bus accident attorney in Jackson. There could be unique legal considerations that must be taken into account. For instance, it the bus was owned or operated by a government entity such as the Jackson Public Schools (JPS) Transportation Department or JATRAN, your claim will be governed pursuant to the Mississippi Tort Claims Act. This law modifies the statute of limitation and liability standard that must be satisfied.

Contact Our Bus Accident Attorneys Today for a Free Consultation

Bus accident cases can be complex, especially if the bus was full and multiple people are asserting injury claims. A skilled Jackson bus accident lawyer can go a long way towards helping you or a loved one, such as a child, recover compensatory damages like medical bills, lost wages, property damage repairs, pain and suffering, and more. If you need a car accident lawyer in Jackson, Mississippi, contact NST today. We can be reached 24/7 by calling 800-529-4004 or completing our online form.

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Jackson, MS Office
460 Briarwood Drive Suite 125
Jackson, MS 39206
Phone: 601-362-5222

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125 South Congress St
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Jackson, MS 39201
Phone: 601-362-5222
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Testimonials
- Climas B.
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"They stayed with my case until everything was resolved. My situation was complicated and they ensured things were in check from start to finish."
- Vicki L.
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"From start to finish it was a good experience. They listened and handled my case with compassion and care. I highly recommend them."
- Tasha S.
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"I was involved in a auto accident with my mother and she suggested NST to handle the case for us. Everything was handled professionally and in a timely manner."
Client Successes
$3,000,000.00
Obtained in tractor-trailer accident case for a husband and wife that suffered traumatic injuries.
$2,200,000.00
Recovered in car accident case against construction company in which our client suffered a traumatic brain injury.
$1,500,000.00
Received for a woman injured in car accident while on the job, who sustained numerous fractures and underwent several surgeries.
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