San Diego
Bus Accident
Attorney
If you were hurt in a bus crash in San Diego—whether on an MTS bus, school bus, tour bus, or as a pedestrian in a crosswalk—you’re suddenly dealing with pain, insurance calls, and complex rules for public transit claims. Hulburt Law Firm focuses on serious injury and wrongful death cases and its attorneys have recovered significant results for bus crash victims and their families.
Our Approach
Throughout your bus accident case, we keep you informed, answer your questions, and guide you through each step of the legal process. Because we limit the number of San Diego bus accident cases we accept, we’re able to investigate thoroughly, work with the right experts, and give your case the attention it deserves.
With Hulburt Law Firm handling the insurance companies, public entities, and bus operators involved, you can focus on your medical recovery while we pursue full and fair compensation on your behalf.
If you or a loved one was injured in a San Diego bus accident involving an MTS bus, school bus, or tour bus, contact us today for a free case review.
Navigate the Law
Understand and manage the complexities of your case with an expert legal team on your side.
Gather Crucial Evidence
Our legal team collects crucial evidence to present a compelling case.
Negotiate Settlements
We handle negotiations with insurance companies and opposing parties in order to achieve the highest settlements possible.
Representation in Court
Our experienced attorneys provide skilled representation if your case goes to trial.
Case Results
Our attorneys have a proven track record of achieving extraordinary results.
A San Diego tour bus struck a man while he was crossing N. Harbor Drive in a marked crosswalk, causing serious injuries.
A San Diego tour bus struck and killed a woman while she was lawfully using the crosswalk in Mission Hills.
A woman was struck by a San Diego MTS public transit bus while she was crossing the street.
Jury verdict against Caltrans for a 13-year-old boy who was hit by a car while using a dangerous crosswalk.
A sudden tire failure caused an SUV to fishtail and crash into a tree on the side of a San Diego County highway, killing a beloved husband and father.
A concrete block wall wasn't properly supported and fell on a construction worker in El Cajon, killing him.
The Harm
A tour bus driver turned left through a crosswalk and into a woman who was walking with the right-of-way. Tragically, the collision caused the woman’s death. The bus company argued that the driver was not able to see the woman in the crosswalk until it was too late.
The Truth
Bus drivers are required to check either side of the bus A-pillar as they make left turns. This is especially important at urban intersections, because the A-pillar can obstruct the driver’s view of pedestrians in a crosswalk. Expert testimony from an experienced bus operator established that the driver was clearly negligent.
Justice
The case was settled for a confidential amount of money that will provide for the woman’s surviving family.
Contact our San Diego bus accident lawyers today for a free consultation.
How It Works
Free Case Review
During your free bus accident case review, we listen to what happened, how you were injured, and what questions you have. Whether you were a passenger on the bus, a pedestrian in a crosswalk, or in another vehicle, we review any photos, incident reports, or insurance letters you already have and give an honest assessment of the strengths, challenges, and next steps in your potential bus accident case.
Detailed Investigation
Once you decide to move forward and the scope of work is signed, our team begins a focused investigation. In bus cases, that can include obtaining incident and collision reports, identifying the bus route and operator (such as MTS, a school district, or a tour company), requesting onboard video, GPS data, and maintenance records, and interviewing witnesses. We work to secure key evidence early, before it disappears or is overwritten.
Expert Collaboration
To fully explain what happened and how it has affected you, we collaborate with carefully selected experts. Depending on the case, that may include accident reconstructionists, bus-safety specialists, medical experts, life-care planners, and economists. They help us analyze how the crash occurred, document the nature and extent of your injuries, and calculate the financial impact on you and your family.
Comprehensive Legal Strategy
Using the facts and expert input, we develop a tailored legal strategy for your bus accident claim. That includes identifying all potentially liable parties—such as the bus driver, the transit agency or bus company, other drivers, maintenance contractors, and in some cases public entities responsible for road conditions—along with the insurance coverages involved. We carefully assess your medical bills, lost income, and non-economic harms so we can present a clear, evidence-based picture of what you’ve been through.
Settlement Negotiation
We handle communications and negotiations with the insurance companies, claims administrators, and defense lawyers so you don’t have to. In bus cases, that may mean dealing with multiple insurers and, when public agencies are involved, specific procedures and defenses. During this stage, we present the evidence we’ve gathered and push back against efforts to minimize your injuries or shift blame. Throughout negotiations, we keep you informed, explain any offers, and advise you on your options.
Litigation & Trial Representation
If a fair resolution cannot be reached through negotiation, we are prepared to file a lawsuit and take your case to court. Our trial attorneys have experience presenting serious injury and wrongful death cases to judges and juries, including those arising from bus and public transit crashes. At trial, we tell your story through your testimony, witnesses, experts, and carefully prepared exhibits so the decision-makers understand how the bus accident has changed your life.
California Bus Accident Law: Liability, Compensation & Evidence
Bus accident cases in California can be more complex than a typical car crash. They can involve public transit agencies, school districts, tour companies, and layers of insurance coverage and safety rules. The overview below explains how liability works, what types of compensation may be available, and why deadlines matter after a bus accident in or around San Diego.
Common Carriers and the Duty of Care in California Bus Accidents
California’s Fault Rules in Bus Accident Cases
Types of Liability in California Bus Accident Claims
Federal and California Safety Rules for Bus Operators
Insurance Coverage in San Diego Bus Accident Cases
Types of Compensation Available After a Bus Accident
Deadlines to File a Bus Accident Claim in California
The Hulburt Law Difference
In-Depth Investigations
Forget surface-level research and mediocre inquiries. We dive deep to conduct extensive investigations and gather evidence in order to build your strongest case.
Tech-Forward Approach
We use technology to your advantage. By using video and photography, scene recreations, and graphics, we tell your story in a visually-compelling way that other law firms cannot match.
Maximum Compensation
Defense attorneys and insurance companies know us and respect us. We assess the full extent of your damages and pursue all responsible parties in order to maximize the compensation you deserve.
The Right Experience
Catastrophic injury and wrongful death cases are rarely simple. We have taken on the largest corporations, insurance companies, and defense firms in the country and won.
Genuine Care
We understand how important it is to have a compassionate and considerate lawyer. From providing regular case updates to ensuring clients are adequately prepared for each step of the case, we continually demonstrate our care for all of our clients.
Bus Accident
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Request a Free Case Review
Simply fill out the form or call 619.821.0500 to receive a free case review. We’ll evaluate what happened, your injuries, and potential defendants to determine how we can best help you.
The Hulburt Law Firm specializes in catastrophic personal injury and wrongful death cases in San Diego, California.
