Mini School Bus Involved in Collision That Injured 10 People by Sunrise Highway and North Delaware Avenue in North Lindenhurst
NORTH LINDENHURST, NEW YORK (January 3, 2025) – At least 10 people were injured in a North Lindenhurst bus accident near the intersection of North Delaware Avenue and Sunrise Highway.
North Lindenhurst officials are saying that the accident took place around 5:00 p.m. on Monday. A school bus was hit by a vehicle that ran through a red light.
Paramedics were called to the scene of the collision to help the victims. A total of 10 people, including several children, were transported to the hospital.
Liability for North Lindenhurst Bus Accidents
School buses are typically very safe for passengers. But many people are still injured in collisions with these vehicles each year. According to the National Safety Council, “School bus-related crashes killed 128 people nationwide in 2023, up 23% compared to the 104 deaths in 2022, according to National Safety Council (NSC) tabulations of data from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA).” There are many different causes of bus accidents.
- Distracted driving
- Inclement weather
- Poor road conditions
- Driver fatigue
All drivers must use caution to avoid collisions. To that end, they must maintain a safe speed at all times. There is a presumption of negligence on the part of any driver that goes past a yield sign without yielding. Victims of school bus accidents are protected by a number of laws. They are able to seek some measure of accountability through a personal injury claim. Damages in a civil lawsuit can help cover lost wages, medical bills, and pain and suffering.
Getting Legal Help After New York School Bus Accidents
We at GLK Law extend our best wishes to all of the people injured in this collision. Any person who may have more information should reach out to the police. This was a preventable crash that should not have taken place.
Have you or someone that you care about been injured in a North Lindenhurst bus accident? You may have legal recourse. Our team of personal injury attorneys is here to answer any questions that you may have. We care deeply that victims are aware of their rights and that those rights are being protected. You can reach out to us anytime at (516) 908-9792.
