These days, with the high cost of gasoline and ever increasing costs for tolls and parking, many commuters are opting for public transportation instead of their own vehicles. The increase in the use of public transportation has led to an increase in injuries from bus and train accidents.

Train accidents are often caused by negligence. Derailments can be caused by poor rail maintenance, or the negligence of train engineers who fail to follow safety rules and regulations.  Bus accidents are often caused by driver inattentiveness or fatigue. Sometimes these accidents occur because of poor bus maintenance.

Due to the number of people riding trains and buses, an accident involving these vehicles can be catastrophic.

Often, buses and trains are operated by federal, state or municipal entities, and victims of these accidents must take legal action in a special amount of time, usually shorter than the time limitations applicable to other accident cases.

If you or a loved one has been injured or killed in a bus or a train accident, it is important to seek legal assistance from a qualified attorney as soon as possible. We’ll act quickly, and take the steps necessary to protect your rights.

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