Frequently Asked Questions

Is the transportation company liable for a passenger’s injuries caused by bus or train accidents?

If a claim is not filed within the time period specified by a state’s “statute of limitations” (i.e. time limit to file a claim), the injured individual or group loses their right to sue and recover losses from injuries accrued from a mass transit (i.e. bus, train, airplane, cruise ship, etc.) accident. The statute of limitations in Virginia for personal injury is two years. If the mass transit vehicle which caused your injury is government-owned (i.e. owned by the federal, state, county or city), there may be unique notices that must be given in a certain time period before filing a lawsuit. The time limit and notice requirements are usually available in the state code or city/local ordinances. In some areas, the time limit to provide notice is short, such as 30 to 60 days. An experienced injury lawyer, like those working for Shapiro & Appleton& Duffan will be able to give you with reliable information for the appropriate time limits and notice requirements.
About the editors: The motto at Shapiro & Appleton& Duffan law firm is simple -“All we do is injury law.” We hope you were able to find the answer to your injury query. If not, please review our Virginia Accident Lawyer FAQ Library for additional information. If you’d like to speak to an actual attorney about your potential injury claim for free, please contact our office at (833) 997-1774.
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The general policy is that a common carrier vehicle like a bus, train, airplane, etc. is liable for injuries or damages caused by the negligent and/or reckless operation of its vehicles. If the common carrier vehicle is government-owned transit, the government may be liable for injuries or damages resulting from the use of the transportation system. There are some exceptions to lawsuits that can be filed against government-owned transit. In addition, every state and local municipality has specific rules and procedures for bringing a lawsuit against them. Numerous states and local governments require a unique notice be provided to the state or municipality before a lawsuit may be filed. This is why it’s important to consult an experienced injury attorney so you can be aware of the “statute of limitations” (i.e. the time limit to file a claim) or deadlines that could effect your case.
About the editors: The motto at Shapiro & Appleton& Duffan law firm is simple -“All we do is injury law.” We hope you were able to find the answer to your injury query. If not, please review our Virginia Accident Lawyer FAQ Library for additional information. If you’d like to speak to an actual attorney about your potential injury claim for free, please contact our office at (833) 997-1774.
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If your child is hurt in a VA school bus crash, who is responsible?

If my child’s school bus driver got distracted and got in an accident, can I sue?