Several People Injured In Buffalo School Bus Accident Near The Intersection of Swan Street and Spring Street
BUFFALO, NEW YORK (October 20, 2022) – Several people were injured in a Buffalo school bus accident not far from the intersection of Swan Street and Spring Street.
Buffalo police officials are saying that the accident took place on Wednesday afternoon. A school bus and another vehicle collided under unclear circumstances.
Firefighters and paramedics were called to the scene of the collision in order to help all of the victims. Two adults were taken to the hospital in order to receive treatment.
A full investigation into the crash on Swan Street remains ongoing at this time.
Liability In Buffalo School Bus Accidents
School buses are typically very safe for their passengers. But they pose a number of hazards to pedestrians and those in passenger vehicles. According to the National Safety Council, “School bus-related crashes killed 54 people nationwide in 2020, down by over 50% compared to 2019 according to National Safety Council (NSC) tabulations of data from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA).” There are a number of factors that could contribute to a school bus accident.
- Speeding
- Inclement weather
- Distracted driving
- Driver fatigue
All drivers have a legal obligation to exercise due care in order to avoid collisions. A large number of collisions are due to drivers that are speeding. If a driver fails to reduce their speed to avoid a collision, this could form the basis of a negligence claim. Any person that is injured in a bus accident may have legal recourse through a bodily injury claim. Damages in a civil claim can help cover lost wages, medical bills and pain and suffering. A bus accident attorney can examine all of the facts of your case and let you know what your legal options are.
Investigating A Buffalo School Bus Accident
Have you or someone that you care about been injured in a school bus accident on Swan Street? Our team of personal injury attorneys are here to help in any way that we can. We care deeply that accident victims are aware of their rights and that those rights are being protected. Whether you just have legal questions or need any type of help after an accident, we are here for you. You can reach out to us anytime at (516) 908-9792.
