Toronto Bus Accident Lawyer
Thousands of people throughout Toronto rely on buses as their primary mode of transportation, and though buses are generally safe, this is not always the case. If you were injured in a bus accident, you must retain the services of a knowledgeable Toronto personal injury lawyer today.
Contact Merricks Law Group to learn more about bus accidents and how our firm can assist you if you've been hurt in one.
Do I Need a Toronto Bus Accident Lawyer?
If you've been injured in a bus accident in Toronto, you need an experienced Toronto personal injury lawyer who is familiar with the Toronto Transit Commission, also known as the TTC. Bus accidents aren't particularly common here, but if you've been hurt in one, you need a lawyer who's prepared to effectively handle your case
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Frequent Causes of Bus Accidents in Toronto
Bus accidents are often the result of negligence, either on the part of the bus driver, another negligent driver, or as a result of defective bus parts. In most cases, bus accidents occur due to negligent bus drivers. Some of the most common types of bus driver negligence that our Toronto personal injury lawyers see are as follows:
Operating a bus while under the influence of alcohol
Unsafely discharging passengers
Sudden stops and starts
Failing to wait until all passengers are seated before driving
Speeding
Ignoring blind spots
Failing to allow sufficient time to brake
After a Bus Accident
After a bus accident, it is critical that you take several steps to bolster your chances of winning a personal injury claim. To start, if you were injured as a passenger, you should call the police and ask all witnesses for their contact information so they can verify your claim at a later date.
You should also take pictures or videos of the accident and its aftermath, and you should ensure you seek medical treatment immediately. Finally, you must hire a seasoned Toronto bus accident lawyer who can work to obtain the compensation you deserve and need.
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Limitation Period for Bus Accidents in Ontario
With most personal injury claims in Ontario, the limitation period is two years, meaning you'll generally have two years from the date of your accident to sue the liable party for your injuries. However, if your injury involved a defect on TTC property, such as a broken step, faulty escalator, or unsafe platform, rather than a collision itself, a much shorter 10-day written notice requirement may apply under Ontario's municipal notice rules. Because these deadlines can be very short and fact-specific, the sooner you bring your claim to our firm's attention, the better off you will be.
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Bus accidents are rare, but they still happen, and if you've been injured in a bus accident, you should hire a lawyer who has the knowledge and dedication needed to effectively handle your claim. Contact Merricks Law Group today to schedule your initial consultation with our firm
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