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If you've been hurt in an accident, get Justice With Sweet James. Expect to receive the most compensation for your injuries from the law firm that's recovered over $2 Billion for accident victims and a 98% success rate.

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WHAT YOU SHOULD KNOW

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Frequently Asked Questions

How important is it to have my injuries checked after a Los Angeles bus accident?

It is critical to have all injuries checked by professionals immediately after a Los Angeles bus accident. Whether by ambulance, emergency room, urgent care facility or family doctor have all injuries examined immediately after a Los Angeles bus crash – don’t wait. As soon as you are under medical care, contact the best bus accident attorneys near you – Sweet James.

Will missing doctor and therapy appointments hurt my Los Angeles bus accident case?

After a Los Angeles bus accident injury, missing appointments for examinations, medical care or therapy can seriously hurt your chances of recovering compensation and winning a Los Angeles bus accident lawsuit. If you don’t seek and follow prescribed medical care or therapy, you must not believe that your injuries are serious. Make getting your injuries healed and getting back to full recovery your priority. Your Sweet James Los Angeles bus accident attorney can handle everything else about your Los Angeles bus accident lawsuit for you.

What should I do after a Los Angeles bus accident?

The most important thing to do is to seek medical attention for your injuries and follow all of your medical professional’s instructions. Here are some additional steps to take:

  • Seek immediate medical care for your injuries.
  • Take photos of damages to your vehicle, your injuries, and the accident scene.
  • Collect information from other drivers involved in the bus crash.
  • Contact your insurance company. Keep a record of your physical symptoms, medical visits, treatments, tests, and medications.
  • Keep a record of days missed from work.
  • Get a copy of the police report – Sweet James provides Free police reports.
  • Contact Sweet James Los Angeles bus accident attorneys.

What NOT to do after a Los Angeles bus accident

These are things you should not do after a Los Angeles bus accident to ensure you get compensation for your loss and damages.

  • Do not admit liability to the police. Claiming liability can affect your chances of making a claim.
  • Don’t talk about your accident or injuries to anyone other than your lawyer, your own doctor, and your insurance company.
  • Never give a recorded statement to the other driver’s insurance company. Let your lawyer be the middleman between you and them.
  • Never lie about your injuries in an accident – this can kill your bus accident lawsuit.
  • Stay off social media. Posts and pictures on Facebook and Instagram may ruin your bus accident lawsuit.
  • Do not accept a settlement offer from an insurance company until you have consulted with a Sweet James Los Angeles bus accident attorney.

Is it OK to speak with the other party’s insurance company?

You do not have to speak with the insurance company of the party who injured you. There is nothing to gain and much to lose by speaking with them. After seeking care for your injuries and notifying your insurance company of your Los Angeles bus accident, let your Sweet James Los Angeles bus accident attorney deal with the insurance companies.

Should I try to settle the claim myself before seeking a Sweet James Los Angeles bus accident attorney?

Insurance companies’ own research shows that accident victims who retain an accident injury attorney receive an average of forty percent more money than those who attempt to settle their case on their own, even after the legal fees are deducted from the final settlement. Contact a Sweet James Los Angeles bus accident attorney immediately after any Los Angeles bus accident injury.

How Does The Insurance Claim Process Work?

You’re not in good hands, and they’re not looking out for you – insurance companies are looking out for themselves.

An insurance adjuster has no incentive to treat you fairly. Their “job well done” is spending as little as possible to settle your insurance claim. There are many tactics adjusters will use, but their motivation is universal – to deny, delay, and devalue your claim. This behavior by insurance companies places a serious financial burden on their policyholders.

These are some of the largest and most powerful companies in the world. They use their resources to increase profits. You need a Sweet James Los Angeles bus accident attorney looking out for you. Studies done by insurance companies show that accident injury victims with attorneys get 40% more money than those without attorneys.

We’ve built our firm on the values embraced by Main Street – not Wall Street. At Sweet James, our goals and yours are perfectly aligned. Our success is based on your success. It is in our interest to get you the best results possible.

With our Los Angeles bus accident attorneys in your corner, you can rest assured that your insurance claim is in the hands of professionals. Let us take care of the details so that you can get back to the more important things in life.

What Are The Common Causes Of Bus Accidents?

Many bus crashes and related injuries are caused by negligence on the part of the bus driver or bus company. Common causes include:

  • About 80% of bus crashes are due to driver error.
  • Fatigue
  • Driver Inattention
  • Aggressive Driving
  • Speeding
  • Poor Bus Maintenance (bald tires, worn brakes, etc.)
  • Mechanical Failure
  • Poor Safety Training/Policies

Even if the bus driver was at fault, the bus company and their insurance company may deny responsibility for your injury claim.

If you or a loved one is injured in a bus accident, whether as a passenger on the bus or as a driver or passenger in a vehicle struck by a bus, you need a Sweet James Los Angeles bus accident attorney fighting for you.

What Are Common Los Angeles Bus Accident Injuries?

A Los Angeles bus accident can lead to serious injuries that change your life with huge medical bills, pain and suffering, future medical treatment, and loss of wages.

Los Angeles bus accident injuries often result in surgery, extensive rehabilitation, severe disfigurement, and even lifelong pain management. Examples of bus accident injuries are:

Even if your injuries are irreversible, an experienced Sweet James Los Angeles bus accident attorney ensures your suffering is not. A fair settlement means you get extensive medical treatment and pain management.

If your quality of life is anything short of 100%, you deserve compensation.

What About Public Bus Accidents?

Although most people who ride public buses do so without incident, those that are unfortunate enough to be involved in a bus accident can sustain catastrophic injuries. Many public buses do not have seatbelts, and on overcrowded buses, riders may have to stand while holding onto railings or straps. Under these conditions, a crash can throw riders into other passengers, against the walls, seats, and railings of the bus, or may completely eject them from the bus.

Motorists, pedestrians, and bicyclists, traveling the same streets with city buses are at great risk because buses are much bigger and heavier. When buses hit other vehicles, they can cause significant property damage and bodily injuries.

City bus drivers often work long hours driving the same route several times during their shift rendering them susceptible to fatigue.

Many cities or state agencies that operate public buses, may have a special set of laws to govern legal claims arising from public bus accidents. For this reason, if you or a loved one is injured in a public bus accident, contact a Sweet James Los Angeles bus accident attorney immediately.

What About School Bus Accidents?

According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), school buses are the safest vehicles on the road, and children are safer taking a bus to school than they are traveling by car. However, school bus accidents kill and injure a number of children each year. School bus accidents can cause serious injuries, including spinal cord injuries, traumatic brain injuries, and serious soft tissue injuries that result in permanent scars and disfigurement.

As with public buses, motorists, pedestrians, and bicyclists, traveling the same streets with school buses are at great risk because school buses are much bigger and heavier, and they can cause significant property damage and bodily injuries.

Wherever a school bus is operated by a public school district, the rules regarding claims against public entities mentioned above may apply. Victims of public-school bus accidents should contact a Sweet James Los Angeles school bus accident lawyer immediately.

Bus crashes involving privately operated school buses typically proceed just like any other personal injury case involving private parties.

Will Hiring A Los Angeles Bus Accident Attorney Make A Difference?

As the leading bus accident law firm with over 20 years of experience, Sweet James has helped a number of bus passengers who were injured in accidents. Sweet James and his dedicated team of Los Angeles bus accident attorneys will fight to get you the maximum compensation after your bus accident injury. By holding all parties liable for failing in their duty of care to keep you, the passenger, safe, Sweet James will ensure that you are able to recover in full.

In the case of accidents that result in catastrophic injuries, it is critical to retain a Sweet James Los Angeles bus accident attorney who is experienced in representing victims of serious injuries.

Why Choose Sweet James Los Angeles Bus Accident Attorneys?

We expect to win every Los Angeles bus crash case! We take your injury personally, and we treat you and your family like our own.

Sweet James Los Angeles bus accident attorneys know the games that insurance companies play and the tactics that are used against our clients. Before founding Sweet James, James defended insurance companies against injury claims. Knowing their playbook has made James an especially persuasive advocate in bus accident lawsuits.

From start to finish, our strategy revolves around you. Developing a relationship with our clients to understand your loss and protect your interests is the cornerstone of our mission.

We know how to do it, and we are very, very good at our jobs. While our compassionate Los Angeles bus accident attorneys focus on maximizing the amount of money you get from your claim, you can focus on getting better.

What Will My Los Angeles Bus Accident Injury Claim Be Worth?

Bus accident claims are complex. It is almost impossible for an untrained person to determine the real value of their claim. After a free, no-obligation consultation, our Los Angeles legal team will help you to immediately determine your next steps. Your health is a priority, and you should not struggle to pay your medical bills while focusing on your wellness.

With a 98% success rate, Sweet James is confident that our Los Angeles bus accident attorneys have the knowledge and skills needed to get you the results you are hoping for. Paying no fees unless we win your case, this is the Los Angeles bus accident attorney you want fighting by your side after a Los Angeles bus crash.

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