LADOT Accident Lawyer
The LADOT (Los Angeles Department of Transportation) has a bus system known as the Commuter Express that helps residents in the Los Angeles area get to various destinations. Unfortunately, this commuter service is not always as safe as LADOT advertises; these city buses can be involved in serious accidents.
If you or a loved one has been injured in an LADOT bus accident, help is available at Rose, Klein & Marias LLP. Our Los Angeles personal injury lawyers have been serving the injured in California since 1936. Find out how we can help you during a free initial bus accident case review.
Why Choose Rose, Klein & Marias LLP?
- We have many years of experience handling accidents involving buses and city transit, including the LADOT Commuter Express and the Los Angeles Metro.
- We know how to get real results. Our attorneys have successfully collected over $5 billion on behalf of injured clients. Our case results include multiple six-figure and seven-figure outcomes.
- We operate on a contingency fee basis. This means we don’t charge for our services during an LADOT accident case unless we win. We take on all of the financial risk so you don’t have to.
Why Hire an Attorney After an LADOT Accident?
Traffic accidents involving an LADOT bus can come with unique legal challenges. Unlike a normal car accident case, an LADOT collision does not only involve two motor vehicle drivers; it also involves the City of Los Angeles as a potential defendant. Filing a claim against a municipal entity involves a special set of rules and regulations, including shorter filing deadlines.
The best way to build a strong injury claim after an LADOT accident is by hiring an attorney. An experienced car accident lawyer in Los Angeles can conduct a full investigation of your crash to determine fault and gather evidence. A law firm will have the ability to go up against powerful defendants, including the city government in Los Angeles, and negotiate for maximum compensation on your behalf.
Top Causes of LADOT Accidents
A Los Angeles city bus could crash for many reasons, most of which trace back to human error and negligence, or the failure to act with proper care. Potential issues that could result in an LADOT Commuter Express crash include:
- Bus driver error
- Distracted driving
- Drowsy driving
- Driving too fast for conditions
- Reckless or aggressive driving
- Driving under the influence
- Running red lights or stop signs
- Failing to yield the right-of-way
- Poor bus driver training
- Inadequate bus maintenance and part breakdowns
- Dangerous road conditions
If someone else’s negligence caused or contributed to your LADOT accident – including the driver of the bus, another driver or the City of Los Angeles – that party may be held financially responsible for your losses.
How to File a Claim for an LADOT Accident
In California, a traffic accident victim must prove that someone else is at fault for the crash before he or she can receive financial compensation from that party’s car insurance provider. This is how the state’s “at-fault” car insurance system works.
If you wish to file a claim against the municipal government in Los Angeles for an LADOT accident caused by a bus driver or the agency, you must do so within six months of the date of the crash. An attorney at Rose, Klein & Marias LLP can assist you with the claims-filing process.
Contact Us for a Free LADOT Accident Case Review
A claim for an LADOT accident could result in financial compensation for your related medical bills, property repairs, lost wages, and more. To discuss your particular case with a knowledgeable bus accident lawyer in Los Angeles, contact Rose, Klein & Marias at (800) 362-7427. We offer free consultations and don’t charge anything for our legal representation unless we win.