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The difference in size and weight between a bus accident and a passenger car can mean vehicle occupants sustain serious, even life-threatening, injuries. If you or a loved one was hurt in a bus accident, our team at Schiller & Hamilton can help you seek appropriate damages. Our Fort Mill bus accident lawyer will build the strongest possible case for you and fight for the compensation you are entitled to recover.
Our team will review your case at no cost and explain how we may advocate for you. We are passionate about recovering damages for our injured clients and will handle every step of the settlement negotiation process.
Recoverable Economic Damages in a Bus Accident Case
A bus accident can leave you with growing medical bills and a plethora of additional losses. If our Fort Mill personal injury lawyer accepts you case, we may request the following economic damages:
- Known and anticipated medical bills
- Known and anticipated income losses
- Treatment-related travel expenses
- Property damage or destruction
- Diminished property value
We will support this portion of your compensation request with bills, receipts, estimates, and other documentation that substantiates the value of your case.
Recoverable Non-Economic Damages
Non-economic damages are intangible and can be difficult to document on your own. We will request compensation for your accident-related:
- Physical impairment
- Physical disfigurement
- Pain and suffering
- Mental anguish
- Emotional trauma
- Loss of enjoyment of life
Supporting documents can substantiate your claims for these damages.
Wrongful Death Damages for Surviving Family Members
The sudden and unexpected loss of a loved one can leave your family reeling as well as wreak sudden financial havoc. We will help you navigate wrongful death law and recover the costs of your loved one’s funeral and burial. You can also request compensation for your loss of their financial and familial support.
Our law firm will explain which family members can benefit from a wrongful death action and the appropriate statute of limitations.
The Benefits of Working With Our Bus Accident Lawyer Serving Fort Mill
You could attempt to work with the insurance company to resolve your bus accident case on your own. However, you may want to let our law firm go to bat for you. While you take time to focus on getting better, our team at Schiller & Hamilton will:
- Obtain and review your official accident report
- Assess your potential recoverable damages
- Document the at-fault party’s negligent actions
- Gather documents and evidence to prove your case
- Canvass the area for photos and video footage
- Speak with interested parties on your behalf
- Complete and submit paperwork and documentation
- Provide ongoing updates on the progress of your case
Recent Five-Star Reviews for Schiller & Hamilton
Our legal team is passionate about obtaining compensation for injured clients. When they review our law firm, they say:
- Crystal M.: These guys are amazing…They handled my case fantastically. I was in a terrible situation, and they saw me through. They are so great…I will use them again should I have a need for legal representation. Thank you, Bennett and Donna!”
- Matt H.: My father and I were in a serious vehicular accident…and my vehicle was deemed a total loss. Schiller & Hamilton Law Firm was highly recommended…They are fast acting and their communication…has been awesome…they will be the first people I call if I ever need advice or help.
See what other clients say by browsing our testimonials page, and learn more about what it means to work with our responsive, supportive law firm.
What You Need to Know About the South Carolina Statute of Limitations
If our bus accident attorney takes your case, we will work hard to reach a financial settlement with the at-fault party. If the negotiation process is prolonged, or we cannot agree on a settlement, we may file your lawsuit and prepare your case for court.
The following statutes of limitations may affect your case. In general:
- You have up to two years to file your lawsuit against a local government agency or municipality, according to S.C. Ann. § 15-78-110.
- You have up to three years from the date of the accident to file your personal injury lawsuit, according to S.C. Ann. § 15-3-530.
- You have up to three years from the date of a loved one’s demise to file your wrongful death lawsuit, also according to S.C. Ann. § 15-3-530.
Our team will accurately interpret the filing deadline that applies to your case. We will consider any factors that might alter the statute of limitations and work to file our lawsuit within the allotted time.
Our Fee Structure Supports Compliance With the Filing Deadline
You should not have to forego legal service and support due to concern for its costs. If our law firm accepts your case, we will do so on a contingency fee basis. This fee structure means:
- You will pay nothing up front.
- You will incur no out-of-pocket expenses.
- We do not charge hourly attorney’s fees.
Hiring our bus accident attorney to represent you is risk-free. Our law firm only receives compensation if you do.
Common Causes of Bus Accidents
Determining the cause of the bus accident can help us identify the negligent and liable parties. Common causes of bus accidents include:
- Unruly passengers
- Fatigue
- Reckless driving
- Speeding
- Malfunctioning brakes
- Distracted driving
- Driver inexperience
Bus drivers and passengers, pedestrians, bicyclists, and other road users may suffer severe injuries as a result of these examples of negligence.
Get a Free Review of Your Bus Accident Case
Were you or a loved one involved in an accident with a bus? If so, our Fort Mill bus accident lawyer will build a solid case for financial recovery and negotiate a sufficient settlement for you.
You do not have to fight for financial compensation alone. Get started today by contacting our case review team at Schiller & Hamilton.