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Bus wrecks are some of the most devastating traffic crashes on W. Alabama Ave., Martin Luther King Dr., and other busy roads in Ruston, Louisiana. No matter where or when bus accidents happen in Ruston, you can rely on Morris & Dewett Injury Lawyers for exceptional advocacy and compassionate counsel when it’s time to recover.
For more than two decades, our 5-star Ruston bus accident attorneys have been helping victims just like you navigate the road to justice and recovery. Skilled, strategic, and relentless, we know how to win the toughest cases and secure full, fair compensation when it matters most.
Whether you need answers or you’re ready to file a bus accident claim, we’re ready to help you 27/4.
in all types of bus accident cases, representing crash survivors and families who have lost loved ones to deadly wrecks. Let us make your claim and recovery our next victory.
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Most bus accidents are caused by some type of reckless or negligent act. On the roads, that can mean anything from aggressive or careless driving to serious safety failures on the part of bus companies, vehicle equipment manufacturers, and/or others.
Here is a deeper dive into some of the more common forms of negligence that cause bus wrecks in Ruston, LA.
Driver negligence can come at the hands of multiple motorists, especially in dense traffic conditions. Although it’s not always easy to know if motorist negligence caused a bus accident, looking at certain evidence — like crash photos, cellphone records, and police reports — can be helpful.
A Ruston bus accident attorney at Morris & Dewett Injury Lawyers can conduct a thorough investigation of your crash to determine if driver negligence was involved and, if so, which motorists are at fault.
Looking at the latest bus accident statistics clearly shows how often these wrecks are hurting and killing people on the roads, both across the U.S. and throughout Louisiana (sources: FMCSA Guide, FMCSA CMV Facts, & FMCSA State Data).
Everything necessary to win your case. The truth is that having a claim isn’t enough to win. You can face a real battle trying to get the compensation you may deserve, and Ruston bus accident attorney can lead the charge to give you far better chances of winning.
To do that, your lawyer can do essential things to craft you a stronger, more persuasive case, including (but not limited to):
Financial recoveries for bus accident claims are focused on compensating victims for their suffering, injuries, and losses. As such, there is no way to answer this question without knowing the specifics of your claim.
While an attorney can tell you more and give you case-specific answers in an initial consultation, generally, bus accident settlements and compensation include damages for (but not limited to):
The sooner you get answers after a Ruston bus accident, the better. Find out more about your rights and legal options by contacting a Ruston bus accident lawyer at Morris & Dewett Injury Lawyers today.
Tireless, diligent, and fierce, we offer exceptional and representation whenever it’s time to fight for justice. Discover the difference our team can make in your case and recovery by contacting us today.
Wrongful Death Caused By An Impaired Driver In A Commercial Vehicle
Motor Vehicle Accident Involving An Impaired Driver Resulting In Serious Injury
oil field safety violation resulting in severe spinal & brain injury
A commercial vehicle ran a red light causing a collision resulting in serious injury
rear end car collision leading to severe injury
HVAC safety violation resulting in electrocution
Vehicle Safety violation resulting in severe neck & back injury
18 Wheeler Accident Caused A Wrongful Death
Wrongful death caused by commercial vehicle striking a pedestrian
a rear-end collision sent client over guardrail resulting in major injury
18 Wheeler lost load on highway resulting in accident causing serious bodily injury
commercial vehicle accident
18 wheeler failed to stop caused accident resulting in brain injury
Neck & Back injury from a multi-vehicle wreck
aggressive driving caused a motor vehicle accident
18 Wheeler reversed into client
18 Wheeler trailor swung into client causing serious injury
18 Wheeler improper lane merge caused a serious accident
18 Wheeler collision caused severe neck and back injuries
injuries sustained by a multi-vehicle wreck caused by poor driving
motor vehicle accident caused by a motorist running a red light
sexual abuse violation
multi-vehicle rear end collision
driving safety violation resulting in neck and back injuries
motor vehicle accident causing back and brain injury
18 wheeler collision caused a wrongful death
erratic driver caused severe accident by crossing over lanes
A premises liability case with spinal injury
back injury resulting from a motor vehicle accident
wrongful death resulting from rear-end auto accident
wrongful death resulting from a motorcycle accident
commercial vehicle collision
rear-end motor vehicle collision
commercial vehicle accident with a cement truck
sexual abuse violation
commercial vehicle caused a T-Bone collision
rear-end collision caused neck and back injuries
commercial vehicle rear-ended client resulting in spinal injury
18 wheeler rear-ended client causing severe injury
commercial vehicle spilled hydraulic fluid in highway lead to multi-vehicle accident
commercial vehicle ran a read light causing a collision
commercial vehicle spilled hydraulic fluid in highway lead to multi-vehicle accident
Commercial vehicle rear-ended client
Commercial vehicle rear-ended caused multi-vehicle accident
driver safety violation resulted in serious neck injury
Motor vehicle accident caused by driver crossing over lanes into oncoming traffic
a T-Bone motor vehicle collision caused client vehicle to flip and roll
18 wheeler ran a stop sign causing a serious motor vehicle accident
a rear-end motor vehicle accident resulting in serious injury
18 wheeler lost load on highway resulting in serious injury
18 wheeler caused serious accident
a rear-end collision vehicle accident
a rear-end collision vehicle accident
motor vehicle accident caused by illegal passing
medical malpractice causing serious leg injury
Commercial Vehicle lost control of trailer resulting in serious back and neck injury
Crane operator was struck by a falling pole
T-Bone motor vehicle accident
A commercial vehicle failed to yield causing a severe accident
product failure resulted in leg injury
Failure to use lighting on an 18-wheeler log truck caused a serious accident
wrongful death caused by an 18 wheeler accident
motor vehicle accident caused by a failure to yield
motor vehicle accident caused by a rear-end collision
commercial vehicle in reverse collided with client
failure to yield resulted in a serious motor vehicle accident
motor vehicle accident caused by a failure to yield
18 wheeler caused a rollover accident
18 wheeler rear ended client
driving safety violation resulting in serious injury
commercial vehicle rear-ended client while at a complete stop
client vehicle rear-ended at high speed
motor vehicle accident resulted in severe neck injury
commercial vehicle accident
tow truck failed to secure load resulting in severe injury
18 wheeler failed to yield at an intersection
motor vehicle accident caused by a rear end collision
a rear end collision caused by a failure to stop at a sign
a T-Bone collisions resulted in a multi-vehicle accident
commercial vehicle accident
a head-on auto collision
a motor vehicle accident resulting in serious injury
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