[07-21-2022] Los Angeles County, CA- 9 Injured after Shuttle Bus Crashes at LA Airport

According to Los Angeles Fire Department, nine people were injured when a shuttle bus crashed at LAX on Thursday afternoon, July 21, 2022.

According to authorities, the incident occurred around 12:20 p.m. at 1 World Way, Los Angeles Airport.

There were initial reports that 30 people were on the bus, but officials later stated that there were only 24 people on board.

It is unclear where the crash occurred or what caused it, but aerial video from Sky5 showed a large Fire Department response near Terminal 1 of the airport.

According to officials, no one was trapped, and no fire was started due to the crash.

Nobody on the ground at the airport was hurt.

BUS ACCIDENT STATISTICS

California has over 100 public transit and bus districts that provide bus, rail, trolley, or ferry services to individual cities, counties, or regions. About 5% of Californians use public transportation to get to work, which means millions of people ride buses each year. The Los Angeles Metro, Amtrak Thruway bus, California Rail, and local public bus lines are all excellent ways to get around busy cities.

According to research, nearly 14,000 bus accidents occur in California each year. Approximately 63,000 buses are involved in traffic accidents yearly, with intercity buses being twice as likely.

LOS ANGELES COUNTY BUS ACCIDENT LAWYERS

You have the right to believe that a bus is safe for transit and that the company and operator are doing everything possible to keep passengers safe. Unfortunately, California cities are not immune to traumatic bus and car accidents.

In a matter of seconds, a single driver error can ruin or end the lives of dozens of people.

If a negligent bus driver caused your accident, they might be held personally liable for your losses. However, if the driver works for a bus company, the company may be held liable.

If the government owns the bus, your claim must follow the rules for claims against government bodies.

If you have questions about the defendant or how or when to file, contact our Los Angeles Bus Accident lawyers with a proven track record for seeking compensation for bus accidents.

At Arash Law, we will listen to your case in a free consultation, whether it’s at our headquarters in Los Angeles. We can assist you in taking the appropriate steps for you. Contact us today at (888) 488-1391.