Nashville Bus Accident Attorney

Fighting For Bus Accident Victims in Tennessee

Interstates are filled with heavy bus and truck traffic. I-40 in East Tennessee near Gatlinburg is one example of where family travelers have to contend with commercial buses and other large passenger carriers. Unfortunately, buses can cause devastating accidents when negligently driven, operated, or maintained.

At Kinnard Law, our Nashville bus accident lawyers represent victims and families throughout Tennessee and the surrounding region. If you or someone you love has been involved in a bus accident, we’re available to discuss your case and whether you may have the right to seek financial compensation for your damages.

Request a FREE consultation with our Nashville bus accident attorneys to discuss your rights and options. Call (615) 933-2893.

Voted "Best Law Firms" in Personal Injury Law

Since 1977, Kinnard Law has helped clients successfully navigate the personal injury process. Over the last four decades, we have developed a network of dedicated professionals who provide trusted guidance on all aspects of accident cases, while drawing on the knowledge and insights of accomplished attorneys, including Certified Civil Trial Specialists (Randall L. Kinnard).

Families across Tennessee and the Southeast choose our Nashville bus accident attorneys because:

• We have a strong record of success, including securing record-setting results.
• We’ve recovered hundreds of millions in verdicts and settlements.
• Our attorneys possess over 150 years of collective experience handling personal injury and motor vehicle accident cases.
• We have been consistently named among the “Best Law Firms” by U.S. News.

By using accident reconstruction specialists, medical experts, and independent investigators, we can gain a thorough understanding of an accident and the resulting injuries. With this information, our lawyers provide an honest appraisal about potential litigation and any obstacles that might come up.

Types of Bus Accidents We Handle

There are many different types of passenger carrier vehicles, and numerous regulations that apply to each. Having focused exclusively on fighting for the injured for over 40 years, our firm knows state and federal motor carrier regulations , as well as the tactics used by bus and insurance companies that work to pay as little as possible.

Whether you or a family member were injured as a pedestrian, cyclist, vehicle occupant, or as a passenger on a bus, our firm has the resources to help. We represent clients in all types of bus accident cases, including the following:

• MTA bus accidents
• School bus accidents
• Charter bus accidents
• Private shuttle accidents
• Passenger van accidents

Passenger Van Accidents in Nashville

Passenger vans are widely employed by youth organizations, churches, camps, and other groups to transport between 5-15 people. However, due to the nature of passenger vans and the groups that utilize them, they are at a high risk for devastating crashes. Rollover accidents are particularly common to passenger vehicles.

Rollover Accidents & Passenger Vans

The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration has warned drivers of the inherent dangers of 15-passenger vans and rollovers. In a 12-year period, 22% of all van crashes resulted in a rollover—in fact, 53% of all single-vehicle crashes for passenger vans are rollover crashes. These crashes often resulted from poorly inflated tires or inexperienced drivers.

Drivers for passenger vans are often untrained and are simply employees of the organization. When they are faced with poor road conditions and do not properly maintain their tires, rollover crashes become imminent. Unfortunately, the fuller the van, the greater the odds of a rollover—half of all van rollovers occur when the vehicle is full.

Common Injuries in Bus Accidents

• Whiplash and neck injuries: Immediate stops or collisions could cause the head and neck to jerk violently, leading to strained muscles or cervical spine injuries.
• Head injuries: Passengers could hit their heads on windows, seats, or other objects, resulting in concussions, traumatic brain injuries, or skull fractures.
• Back and spinal cord injuries: The impact can compress or damage the spine, potentially causing herniated discs, nerve damage, or paralysis in severe cases.
• Broken bones: Arms, legs, ribs, and collarbones are particularly vulnerable due to sudden jolts or being thrown against hard surfaces.
• Cuts, bruises, and lacerations: Glass, metal, and sharp objects can cause deep cuts or abrasions, which may become serious if infected.
• Internal injuries: The power of impact could damage internal organs, leading to internal bleeding or complications that may not be immediately apparent.
• Soft tissue injuries: Sprains, strains, and contusions often occur due to abrupt movement or impact during the accident.
• Psychological trauma: Beyond physical injuries, bus accidents could result in emotional and mental health challenges, such as post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), anxiety, and depression.

What Damages Are Available After a Bus Accident in Tennessee?

By virtue of their size and speed, buses can cause severe accidents resulting in catastrophic injuries, devastating property damage, and, wrongful death. Recovering the extensive losses victims often suffer after these events becomes critical to repairing their lives and navigating the future ahead.

Recoverable damages in bus accident cases include:

• Lost income and future wages
• Past and future medical expenses
• Physical and emotional pain and suffering
• Other economic and non-economic damages

An experienced attorney at Kinnard Law can examine your potential case and discuss your options and what compensation you may be entitled to based on the circumstances involved.

Contact Our Bus Accident Attorney in Nashville Today

Kinnard Law brings decades of experience fighting for the rights of injury victims and their families in Nashville and throughout Tennessee. We are dedicated to advocating on behalf of those harmed in collisions caused by negligent bus drivers, commercial vehicle operators, and bus companies. Our firm’s record includes a $2 million jury verdict for a 7-year-old girl injured in a school bus accident, and a $3.25 million settlement over the wrongful death of a woman and her daughter’s injuries in a tractor-trailer wreck, among many other successful outcomes. We put our respected team of attorneys, independent investigators, and medical professionals to work immediately.

To schedule a detailed consultation with one of our Nashville bus accident lawyers about an accident case, contact our office today.