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McAllen Bus Accident Lawyers

Buses can weigh ten times more than a passenger car, and when one collides with a smaller vehicle, or a passenger is thrown inside the cabin, the injuries are often severe. We hold negligent drivers, bus companies, and government entities accountable for the harm they cause.

Contact Our McAllen Bus Accident Attorney

Contact us today for a free, professional case evaluation. We vigorously fight for our injured clients, taking on bus companies, transit authorities, and insurance companies so you receive a fair settlement.

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WHO IS LIABLE FOR YOUR INJURIES

Determining Fault After a McAllen Bus Accident

Bus accident cases are rarely simple. Depending on how the crash happened, liability can fall on the bus driver, the company or agency that owns the bus, the contractor responsible for maintenance, another negligent motorist, or even the manufacturer of a defective part.

School buses, city transit buses (like McAllen Metro), and charter or tour buses each come with their own rules for who can be sued and how — and government-operated buses carry special notice deadlines that can be far shorter than you expect.

Who Can Be Held Liable After a Bus Crash?

  • The bus driver — fatigue, distraction, speeding, or failure to follow safety protocols required for large vehicles
  • The bus company or agency — school districts, McAllen Metro, or charter and tour operators can be liable for negligent hiring, inadequate training, or poor vehicle maintenance
  • Government entities — claims against public transit and school buses fall under the Texas Tort Claims Act, which caps damages and requires formal notice within a short window
  • Vehicle and parts manufacturers — when defective brakes, tires, or other equipment caused or contributed to the crash
  • Other motorists — a negligent driver of another vehicle who caused the bus to crash or swerve

SERIOUS INJURIES

Common Types of Injuries

Traumatic Brain Injury

Buses often lack seatbelts, increasing the risk of head trauma from sudden stops.

Spinal Cord Injuries

Impact forces on an unrestrained body can cause lasting nerve damage.

Broken Bones

Fractures from being thrown against seats, poles, or windows.

Whiplash & Neck Injuries

Common in rear-end and side-impact bus collisions.

Internal Injuries

Blunt-force trauma from seatback impacts or ejection.

Cuts & Lacerations

Injuries from broken glass and loose objects during a crash.

TEXAS LAW YOU SHOULD KNOW

Bus Accident Claim Deadlines in Texas

Most personal injury claims in Texas must be filed within two years of the accident. But if the bus was owned or operated by a government entity — McAllen Metro, a school district, or another public agency — the Texas Tort Claims Act requires you to submit formal written notice of your claim in as little as six months, and total damages may be capped by law. Missing that early notice deadline can end your case before it starts.

Did You Know
A fully loaded transit or school bus can weigh ten times more than the average passenger car. When the two collide, it’s almost always the smaller vehicle’s occupants who suffer the most severe, and often fatal, injuries.

Compensation for Damages: What Can You Expect?

Economic Damages

  • Medical bills, surgery, and rehabilitation
  • Lost wages and diminished earning capacity
  • Vehicle repair or replacement
  • Ongoing and future medical care

Non-Economic Damages

  • Pain, suffering, and emotional distress
  • Loss of consortium
  • Reduced quality of life
  • Scarring and disfigurement

WHY CHOOSE US

We Take On Bus Companies and Government Entities

Bus accident claims move fast, especially when a government entity is involved. We know the Texas Tort Claims Act notice deadlines, the damage caps that apply, and how self-insured transit authorities and school districts try to minimize payouts. We build your case immediately so you don’t lose your right to compensation on a technicality.

  • We file required government notices before short deadlines expire
  • Experience negotiating with self-insured transit authorities and school districts
  • We investigate driver logs, maintenance records, and black box data
  • We can pursue every liable party, not just the bus operator
  • Decades of experience helping McAllen crash victims get fair compensation
  • No fee unless we win

McAllen Bus Accident FAQ

Claims against government-owned buses fall under the Texas Tort Claims Act, which requires formal written notice of your claim within a short window — sometimes as little as six months — and caps the damages you can recover. Contact us right away to protect your rights.

Texas generally gives injury victims two years from the date of the accident. However, if a government entity operated the bus, you may need to submit a notice of claim much sooner — often within six months.

Yes. Passengers injured by a negligent driver, poorly maintained bus, or unsafe operating conditions can pursue a claim against the driver, the bus company, or the responsible government agency.