Hurt on the Way to School? What Every NYC Parent Must Know After a School Bus Accident
Introduction
When you put your child on a school bus in the morning, you expect them to arrive safely — not in an ambulance. But unfortunately, accidents happen more often than many realize. Whether it's a crash, a slip-and-fall while boarding, or even unsafe behavior by a driver, your child’s well-being is too important to leave to chance.
If your child was injured in a school bus-related incident, you have rights — and more importantly, your child has rights. At Kari Law Group, PLLC, we’re here to make sure your family gets the answers, care, and compensation you deserve.
Common Causes of School Bus Accidents in NYC
🚍 Driver negligence or distraction
❌ Poorly maintained buses
🛑 Inadequate supervision or lack of seat belts
🚦 Collisions with other vehicles
🧊 Slips and falls while entering or exiting the bus
👮 Dangerous pickup/drop-off conditions (like double parking or lack of signage)
What to Do If Your Child Was Injured
1. Get immediate medical care – Even if your child says “I’m fine,” injuries like concussions or internal trauma can surface later.
2. Report the accident – Notify the school and bus company immediately. Request a written incident report.
3. Document everything – Take photos of injuries, save medical records, and keep a detailed timeline of events.
4. Talk to witnesses – Other students, parents, or pedestrians may have seen what happened. Their testimony could be crucial.
5. Call a lawyer you can trust – School bus accident cases can get complicated quickly. Don’t go it alone.
Who Can Be Held Liable?
• The bus driver, if they were careless or reckless.
• The bus company, for poor hiring, supervision, or maintenance.
• The school district, for oversight failures or unsafe procedures.
• In some cases, a third-party driver who caused the collision.
Our team investigates all possible angles — from video footage to maintenance logs — to uncover the truth and hold the right parties accountable.
What Compensation Can You Seek?
• Medical bills (ER visits, follow-ups, therapy)
• Pain and suffering
• Emotional trauma
• Long-term care or rehab costs
• Loss of educational time or support
• Parental lost wages (for missed work during your child’s recovery)
We Understand This Is Personal
This isn’t just about money. It’s about your child’s health, future, and emotional recovery. At Kari Law Group, PLLC, we treat every case with the care we’d want for our own families. We speak your language — literally — and work closely with parents throughout Queens, Brooklyn, Manhattan, and beyond.
Don’t Wait — Time Limits Apply
In cases involving schools or city transportation, legal deadlines (known as notices of claim) can be very short — sometimes just 90 days. The sooner you contact a lawyer, the better your chances of a strong case.
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