Ocala Mass Transit Accident Lawyer

Ocala Mass Transit Accident Lawyer

Were you injured in an accident involving mass transit vehicles in Ocala, FL? You may be entitled to compensation for medical bills, lost wages, pain and suffering, and more. An experienced Ocala mass transit accident lawyer at Allen Law Firm, P.A. can help you fight to hold the responsible parties liable. 

With over 300 years of combined experience, you can count on our team to do everything possible to recover the maximum compensation you deserve. We’ve already recovered hundreds of millions of dollars on behalf of injury victims across Central Florida after Ocala train accidents, Ocala bus accidents, Ocala taxi accidents, car accidents, motorcycle accidents, truck accidents, and other motor vehicle accident cases.

To protect your legal rights, contact our law offices in Ocala, Florida at (352) 351-3258 to schedule a free consultation.

How Allen Law Firm, P.A. Can Help After a Mass Transit Accident in Ocala, FL

How Allen Law Firm, P.A. Can Help After a Mass Transit Accident in Ocala, FL

Accidents involving public transit can impact your life for months or even years to come. You could be left struggling with painful injuries–unable to work while you watch the bills pile up. A serious mass transit accident might even keep you awake at night.

You deserve time to focus on your recovery. On the other hand, you’ll need money to get by. Let a seasoned Ocala personal injury lawyer handle the legal aspects of your case.

At Allen Law Firm, P.A., our legal team has over 300 years of combined experience. In that time, we’ve been recognized for our success by the prestigious Multi-Million Dollar Advocates Forum and received an AV-preeminent rating from Martindale-Hubbell.

More importantly, we’ve been recognized by our satisfied clients. We’ll help with your case by:

  • Gathering and analyzing all relevant evidence
  • Determining who was responsible for your accident
  • Hiring experts and specialists
  • Handling all paperwork and negotiations with the insurance company

Our Ocala personal injury attorneys are focused on maximizing your settlement or verdict. To learn more about your rights, call for a free initial consultation today.

We Handle All Types of Mass Transit Accident Claims in Ocala

SunTran operates the mass transit system in Ocala and across Marion County. Each year, approximately 416,000 people rely on the seven fixed bus routes that SunTran operates across the region.

Unfortunately, thousands of motor vehicle accidents occur across Marion County each year. Many of those crashes involve public transportation vehicles.

Our lawyers handle all types of mass transit accident claims in Ocala, including those involving:

  • SunTran buses
  • Shuttleliner bus and van services
  • Marion Transit shuttle buses
  • Amtrak trains
  • Greyhound buses
  • Sunrail trains
  • Florida jitney shuttles
  • Airplanes
  • Cruise ships
  • And more

Many mass transit claims involve government agencies. For example, if you were hurt in a SunTran bus accident, you may have to file a claim against the city of Ocala. These cases can be particularly complex–and you’ll only have a short time to take legal action. 

If you or a loved one were injured in a mass transit accident, don’t wait to get help. We highly recommend calling an experienced Ocala mass transit accident attorney at Allen Law Firm, P.A. for immediate assistance.

What is My Ocala Mass Transit Accident Case Worth?

Before you file a claim for damages, you should know how much your personal injury case is worth. Without information about your case value, you could settle for far less than you deserve.

Valuation in personal injury cases is a complicated process. It’s important to consider the full range of physical, emotional, and financial damage the accident caused.

Our Ocala bus accident lawyers will evaluate the following factors when calculating the value of your claim:

  • The cost of your medical treatment and out-of-pocket expenses
  • Your lost wages and income during recovery
  • The duration of your recovery and impact on your work
  • Changes to your quality of life
  • The emotional trauma and physical suffering you’ve endured

However, other factors can play a role. For example, the available insurance coverage can impact the value of your settlement or verdict. If the mass transit company was clearly responsible, they also may be willing to settle quickly to avoid negative publicity.

What Types of Damages Are Available to Mass Transit Accident Victims?

Two main types of compensatory damages are available under Florida personal injury laws: economic damages and non-economic damages.

Economic damages are your monetary expenses. They include things like:

Your non-economic damages, or “pain and suffering damages,” may include:

Calculating pain and suffering damages can be particularly difficult. Our lawyers often consult respected experts and specialists to help us understand the more complex details of your injury.

We’ll provide more information about damages in your free case evaluation. Contact our legal team to schedule yours today.

Can I Recover Damages If I’m Being Blamed for a Mass Transit Accident in Florida?

It’s always possible that you could be blamed for contributing to an accident. That’s true whether you were a passenger, driver, or merely walking down the street as a pedestrian, that’s true. 

You won’t lose your right to compensation if you were partly responsible – only if you were mostly responsible. Under Florida’s modified comparative fault laws, you can recover compensation unless you were 51% or more responsible.

However, your final compensation award can be reduced in proportion to your percentage of fault. For instance, if you were 20% at fault, your damages award can be reduced by 20%. Our lawyers can help you minimize the impact of any claims that you were partly to blame. 

We’ll Fight to Recover Compensation for All of Your Mass Transit Accident Injuries

Mass transit accidents can cause serious damage. At Allen Law Firm, P.A., we represent clients who have sustained:

If you were hurt, you deserve to focus on getting better. Our lawyers can handle the legal issues. We’re always here to take your call, so schedule your free case review today.

What Causes Most Mass Transit Accidents in Ocala, Florida?

There are many different ways people get hurt using the mass transit system in Ocala. In the end, many mass transit crashes happen because of driver error.

Some of the most common causes of mass transit accidents include:

  • Inexperienced operators
  • Drunk driving or driving under the influence of drugs
  • Distracted driving
  • Fatigued driving
  • Dangerous turns
  • Failure to yield the right-of-way to pedestrians, bicyclists, and other motorists
  • Mechanical failures or defective equipment
  • Missing guardrails
  • Failure to provide adequate warning about hazards
  • Signal errors
  • Slip and fall accidents
  • Closing doors
  • Assault or violence
  • Falling onto the tracks or off a station platform
  • Electrocution 
  • Failure to properly maintain or inspect the vehicle
  • Failure to maintain train tracks

Whatever the cause, our attorneys will get to the bottom of it. With that information, we can work to hold every responsible party accountable.

How Do I Prove Negligence After a Mass Transit Accident in Florida? 

Accidents involving public transportation can be complex for many reasons. One complexity is that multiple parties often share responsibility for the accident. Before you can recover damages, you’ll have to prove why each party was liable.

Examples of potentially responsible parties include:

  • Bus drivers or train operators
  • Government transit authorities
  • Manufacturers of defective vehicle components
  • Mechanics
  • Inspection companies
  • Private bus companies
  • Third-party drivers
  • Pedestrians, bicyclists, and other motorists
  • Other passengers

Once you identify everyone who was responsible, you’ll have to prove why they were responsible. Typically, that involves proving negligence. 

The four elements of a negligence claim include:

  • A legal duty of care
  • Breach of duty (some type of mistake or careless action)
  • Causation (the mistake caused the accident)
  • Damages 

Our lawyers are here to help you understand the laws that apply in your case. Give us a quick call to learn more today.

How Long Do I Have to File a Lawsuit After a Mass Transit Accident in Florida?

Florida’s statute of limitations for personal injury claims was recently updated. If your mass transit accident happened on or after 3/24/2023, a two-year deadline applies. Otherwise, a four-year deadline applies.

If the City of Ocala or another government agency was liable, you must file a notice of claim before you can take legal action. After that, the government has 180 days to investigate before you can file a lawsuit.

Think of these Florida statutes as strict deadlines. Once the deadline passes, you’ll forfeit your right to sue for damages. However, there are exceptions for certain cases. It is best to contact an attorney to confirm the appropriate timeline for your situation.

Contact an Ocala Mass Transit Accident Lawyer for a Free Consultation

If you were hurt in an accident involving a bus or train, you don’t have to handle your case alone. Call an Ocala mass transit accident lawyer at Allen Law Firm, P.A. to learn more about your legal options today.

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