There was a deadly crash involving a charter bus near Shelbyville, Indiana on May 13, 2024. Reports indicate a charter bus and van were involved in a crash on Interstate 74 eastbound. The van is believed to have struck the bus from behind. The driver of the van was killed in the crash, and at least 9 passengers on the bus were injured.
Unfortunately, accidents involving charter busses have become more and more prevalent. A charter bus ran off the roadway in Greensville County, Virginia on April 20, 2024. There was an accident involving a charter bus in Palm Beach County, Florida on April 23, 2024. A bicyclist was killed by a charter bus while crossing the street in Covington, Kentucky on April 25, 2024. There was a crash involving two charter buses in Gastonia, North Carolina on April 26, 2024.
Safety considerations must take precedence to ensure that anyone relying on charter transportation remains safe. Safe bus operators must consider take necessary precautions to ensure that their busses do not put the lives of passengers at risk. The risks of catastrophic injury should always be considered by safe vessel operators. When charter operators fail to account for the known hazards of the industry catastrophic injuries or deaths can result. Safe companies must hire and train only individuals who can carry out the work without putting at risk the lives of dozens of passengers. A responsible driver must drive at appropriate speeds based on the weather conditions, and only drive when it is safe to do so. Failing to do so can have catastrophic results.
Spagnoletti Law Firm has attorneys licensed in Texas, Florida, New Mexico and New York. We have previously handled cases involving bus crashes. Our attorneys have extensive experience and the skills needed to aggressively represent the families of loved ones who have lost their lives or been seriously injured in a trucking or commercial vehicle accident. The experienced personal injury attorneys at Spagnoletti Law Firm can help you understand your rights if you or a loved one was involved in an accident. Please contact us online or call 713-804-9306 or to learn more about your legal rights.