Yesterday afternoon in Beverly Hills, perhaps as s many as 15 people were injured when two buses collided. According to a story published by KTLA news, the accident happened at about 3:30 p.m. when a Metro bus rear-ended a double-decker City Sights LA tour bus on Wilshire Boulevard. Reportedly, the tour bus was parked at the time of the crash, and there were no passengers aboard. Citing official sources, KTLA reported that of the 20-25 people aboard the MTA bus, 15 complained of injuries such as cuts and bruises. Of those injured, 9 were taken to a local hospital for evaluation and treatment. None of the injuries were described as life-threatening.
See the KTLA story and photographs HERE.
Under California law, bus owners and operators (including those associated with public entities such as the MTA) must “use the utmost care and diligence for their passenger’s safe carriage, must provide everything necessary for the purpose, and must exercise to that end a reasonable degree of skill.” Bus companies and public entities operating bus lines are known in the law as “common carriers”. When they undertake the business of transporting the general public they bind themselves to carry safely those whom they take into their vehicles, and owe both a duty of utmost care and the vigilance of a very cautious person towards their passengers. Such carriers are responsible for any, even the slightest, negligence and are required to do all that human care, vigilance, and foresight reasonably can do under all the circumstances. This is an exceptionally high legal standard, and any violation of the California Vehicle Code would likely be sufficient for a finding of negligence. In the story above, it seems likely the driver of the MTA bus was not driving at a speed safe for the conditions and was not able to stop in time once he or she realized the tour bus was actually parked.
Compensation for the victims of bus accidents, caused by another’s negligence, should be an important concern for all Californians. When a bus driver operates their vehicle in a careless or reckless manner, they should be held accountable. An Orange County bus accident attorney with experience at handling such cases can make a fair assessment of these claims. Mr. Ralph has 20 years of experience handling personal injury cases, including just this type. He can be reached at 714-919-4415 for a FREE CONSULTATION.
Have you or a loved one been injured in a bus accident caused by neglect?
Nothing in this post is intended to suggest the Law Offices of Paul W. Ralph currently represents anyone involved in the news story above. This posting should not be construed as legal advice or an opinion on the merit of any particular matter. A consultation is the best way to obtain an assessment of your potential case.
See the KTLA story and photographs HERE.
Under California law, bus owners and operators (including those associated with public entities such as the MTA) must “use the utmost care and diligence for their passenger’s safe carriage, must provide everything necessary for the purpose, and must exercise to that end a reasonable degree of skill.” Bus companies and public entities operating bus lines are known in the law as “common carriers”. When they undertake the business of transporting the general public they bind themselves to carry safely those whom they take into their vehicles, and owe both a duty of utmost care and the vigilance of a very cautious person towards their passengers. Such carriers are responsible for any, even the slightest, negligence and are required to do all that human care, vigilance, and foresight reasonably can do under all the circumstances. This is an exceptionally high legal standard, and any violation of the California Vehicle Code would likely be sufficient for a finding of negligence. In the story above, it seems likely the driver of the MTA bus was not driving at a speed safe for the conditions and was not able to stop in time once he or she realized the tour bus was actually parked.
Compensation for the victims of bus accidents, caused by another’s negligence, should be an important concern for all Californians. When a bus driver operates their vehicle in a careless or reckless manner, they should be held accountable. An Orange County bus accident attorney with experience at handling such cases can make a fair assessment of these claims. Mr. Ralph has 20 years of experience handling personal injury cases, including just this type. He can be reached at 714-919-4415 for a FREE CONSULTATION.
Have you or a loved one been injured in a bus accident caused by neglect?
Nothing in this post is intended to suggest the Law Offices of Paul W. Ralph currently represents anyone involved in the news story above. This posting should not be construed as legal advice or an opinion on the merit of any particular matter. A consultation is the best way to obtain an assessment of your potential case.
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