Pedestrian Hit by Bus Lawyer for Serious Injury and Wrongful Death Claims
By Nicholas Testa on 2026/05/20 09:00:00
When a pedestrian is hit by a bus, the injuries are often catastrophic. Buses are large, heavy vehicles with wide turning paths, blind spots, extended stopping distances, and limited maneuverability. A pedestrian may be injured in a crosswalk, at a bus stop, near a school, in a parking lot, at an intersection, or while walking along the roadway.
A pedestrian hit by bus claim requires immediate investigation. The bus company, public transit authority, school district, charter operator, or insurance carrier may begin gathering evidence right away. Injured pedestrians and families need someone preserving video, driver records, route information, and witness statements before they disappear.
Common Causes of Pedestrian Bus Accidents
Pedestrians may be hit by buses because of:
- Unsafe right or left turns
- Failure to yield in a crosswalk
- Driver distraction
- Blind spots near the front, side, or rear of the bus
- Speeding near schools, stops, or intersections
- Failure to check mirrors before moving
- Unsafe loading or unloading zones
- Poorly designed bus stops or pedestrian crossings
- Improper driver training
Why These Claims Are Different from Car Accident Claims
A pedestrian bus accident may involve a commercial bus company, school district, public transit authority, shuttle company, charter operator, or government agency. The case may require review of driver training, company safety policies, route design, bus stop placement, surveillance video, onboard cameras, and whether the bus driver followed pedestrian safety procedures.
Serious Injuries Caused by Bus-Pedestrian Crashes
These crashes can cause traumatic brain injuries, spinal cord injuries, amputations, crush injuries, internal bleeding, fractures, burns, permanent disability, and wrongful death. Because the injuries are often life-changing, it is important to identify every available insurance policy and every responsible party.
Call a Pedestrian Hit by Bus Lawyer
Testa Law Group investigates serious pedestrian bus accident cases. If you or a loved one was hit by a bus, call 877-780-9052 for a free consultation with a pedestrian hit by bus lawyer.
