New York State Police Continuing To Investigate Rochester Bus Accident That Injured Woman
ROCHESTER, NEW YORK (April 20, 2026) – A 38-year-old woman was injured in a Rochester bus accident near the intersection of Hudson Avenue and Clifford Avenue.
Monroe County officials are saying the incident occurred around 10:54 AM on Tuesday. New York State police were attempting to stop a vehicle for traffic violations.
The driver of that vehicle did not stop, and a police chase was initiated. The driver of the Chevrolet Trax involved in the chase collided with a regional transit service bus.
The force of the impact caused one of the vehicles to hit a female pedestrian. Paramedics were called to the scene of the crash to help the victim.
She was transported to a local hospital to receive treatment.
Liability for Rochester Bus Accidents
Buses are considered common carriers. Their drivers must operate with an abundance of caution to avoid hitting any pedestrian in the roadway. According to New York Vehicle Code 1146, “every driver of a vehicle shall exercise due care to avoid colliding with any bicyclist, pedestrian, or domestic animal upon any roadway and shall give warning by sounding the horn when necessary.” Victims of bus accidents tend to suffer very serious injuries.
- Broken bones
- Head injuries
- Lacerations
- Spinal cord injuries
If a bus driver fails to slow down to avoid colliding with a pedestrian, this could serve as evidence of negligence. Even if a pedestrian is in the middle of a roadway, this does not relieve a driver of their duty of care to avoid hitting any pedestrian in the roadway. The victims of bus accidents are able to pursue some measure of accountability through a personal injury claim. Damages in a civil claim can help cover lost wages, medical bills, and pain and suffering.
Investigating Rochester Bus Accidents
We at GLK Law extend our best wishes to the woman injured in this Rochester bus accident. It is our sincere hope that she will be able to make a full recovery. Any person who may have more information about what happened should reach out to investigators. This was a preventable crash that should not have taken place.
Have you or someone that you care about been injured in a Rochester bus accident? You may have legal recourse. Our team of personal injury attorneys is here for you. We are committed to helping victims get the medical and financial support that they need to recover. Whether you just have legal questions or need any type of assistance, we are here for you. You can reach out to us anytime at (516) 908-9792.
