Mass transit accident lawsuits
Mass transit delivers reliable service to many Seattle residents. While these modes of transportation may provide generally safe alternatives to automobiles, a mass transit accident may occur at any time. If you’ve been injured as a result of these accidents, the law may allow you to seek damages in a lawsuit.
Forms of mass transit
A mass transit accident refers to any type of accident involving vehicles designed to transport large groups of people. Common mass transit accidents include the following modes of transportation:
- Planes
- Ferries
- Buses
- Subways
- Taxis
- Commuter trains
Common causes of mass transit accidents
These type of personal injury lawsuits need to determine the cause of the accident. Common causes of mass transit accidents include:
- Driver fatigue
- Speeding
- Substance use
- Distracted drivers
- Faulty mechanical parts
- Failure to maintain vehicles
- Faulty security or lighting
- Lack of training
Examples of mass transit accidents
Since mass transit accidents may occur in a variety of vehicles, the accidents may differ greatly from one another. You may sustain injuries from being hit by a bus as a pedestrian. If your mode of transportation stops too quickly or crashes, this may cause injuries to you as a passenger.
Common injuries
People who file lawsuits against mass transit companies typically do so due to the severity of their injuries. Common severe injuries associated with mass transit injuries include:
- Spinal cord injuries
- Traumatic brain injuries
- Broken bones
- Internal organ damage
- Amputation
Long-term effects of mass transit injuries
Mass transit accidents may affect you for the rest of your life. Lawsuits may help you to afford treatment and compensate you for the losses that you have incurred.