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If you said yes to that question, you don’t have to navigate the aftermath on your own. Whether the crash involved a city bus, school bus, tour bus, or a private shuttle, the physical, emotional, and financial toll can be too much.
At Thompson Law, we’re ready to stand by your side and fight for the compensation you deserve. Our legal team helps injured passengers, pedestrians, and drivers recover after devastating collisions involving public and private transit.
We know California bus accident laws inside and out and offer a FREE CASE REVIEW. This means you will pay nothing unless we win your case. Contact our Santa Ana bus accident lawyers today to fight for the justice you deserve.
The right time to contact a bus accident lawyer is immediately after you’ve received emergency medical treatment. Once you’re safe and stable, your next step should be legal protection. Acting quickly is not just helpful, it’s often necessary.
Here’s why early legal help makes a difference:
No matter how minor or major your injuries may seem, it’s worth having a legal professional evaluate your situation. A FREE CONSULTATION could reveal factors that strengthen your case — and help you avoid mistakes that might weaken it.
We’re not your average injury firm. At Thompson Law, we bring more than just experience: we bring results and relentless advocacy.
What sets us apart:
Even though we are based in Texas, clients across the country trust us for tough injury cases. If you were injured in Santa Ana, we are ready to help. Reach out now for a FREE CONSULTATION.
When you choose Thompson Law, you won’t pay anything out of pocket. Our contingency fee model means you owe us nothing unless we win your case. From the moment we take on your claim, we handle every detail: from filing paperwork and gathering evidence to negotiating with insurance companies. You can count on our experience, resources, and courtroom strength to stand up to even the largest bus companies. While you focus on healing, we’ll stay focused on delivering results.
Bus accidents often cause severe or disabling injuries due to the size and weight of the vehicle. Victims commonly suffer from:
We help clients connect with trusted medical professionals to fully document their injuries and care needs. Reach out for a FREE CONSULTATION with an experienced injury attorney.
We provide bus accident victims with dedicated and tenacious legal representation, ensuring you get fair value for your claim. Our Santa Ana bus accident injury lawyers will build a strong case with supporting evidence for injured victims so that you recover the money that you deserve.
Bus crashes happen in many ways, and we’ve seen nearly all of them. We represent clients in a wide range of scenarios, including:
| Type of Bus Accident | Legal Focus and Protection |
| OCTA or public transit passenger | We evaluate liability against city or county transit authorities |
| School bus accidents | We advocate for children’s rights and pursue accountability through school districts |
| Pedestrian collisions | We prove negligence when buses strike walkers or cyclists near stops or intersections |
| Tourist or charter bus crashes | We investigate driver logs and vehicle conditions, often uncovering corporate failures |
Every bus case is different, and that’s why you need a law firm that can investigate thoroughly and stand strong against insurance giants. Get in touch with our legal team for a FREE CASE REVIEW
If someone else’s negligence caused your injuries, California law allows you to pursue financial compensation. Damages help cover both the direct and long-term impact of your injury.
You may be eligible to recover:
Pain and suffering damages are part of general damages and are more difficult to measure because they involve non-economic losses. However, there are two widely used approaches for estimating these damages:
This method involves calculating your total economic damages, such as medical expenses and lost wages, then multiplying that total by a factor between 1.5 and 5. The factor depends on the severity and lasting impact of your injuries.
Example: If your medical bills and lost income total $10,000 and the multiplier is 3, your pain and suffering damages would be estimated at $30,000.
With this method, a daily dollar value is assigned to the physical and emotional pain you endure, then multiplied by the number of days you experience those effects.
Example: If $200 is assigned as the daily rate and you suffer for 100 days, the estimated value for pain and suffering would be $20,000.
Each case is different, and our team can assess the best method to support your claim.
Bus drivers and companies must comply with federal and state transportation laws. Violations often become key in proving negligence.
Commercial bus drivers in California must have a valid Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) with a passenger (P) endorsement.
Buses must have functional seat belts where required, secure seating, emergency signage, and properly working doors and windows.
Drivers are subject to limits on the number of hours they can drive without rest. California and federal law require mandatory breaks and off-duty time to prevent driver exhaustion.
Commercial buses must undergo regular mechanical inspections. This includes checks on brakes, tires, lighting, steering systems, and emergency exits.
Operators are required to maintain up-to-date records of bus repairs, maintenance schedules, and safety checks.
If any of these legal requirements were violated or ignored, Thompson Law will uncover the facts. Get the justice you deserve with a FREE CONSULTATION from the trusted team at Thompson Law.
Incidents involving city buses, school buses, and even private charters have been recorded in Orange County through the years. Here are some of the most recent ones:
In early April 2025, a devastating crash in Santa Ana resulted in the deaths of four individuals, including several teenagers. The sole survivor, a 15-year-old girl, sustained serious injuries and was hospitalized. The community has rallied around the affected families, organizing fundraisers to support medical and funeral expenses.
On December 16, 2024, at 3 PM, a collision occurred involving an Orange Unified School District school bus and an SUV, resulting in four individuals being hospitalized. The crash took place on the 6000 block of Santiago Canyon Road, west of Silverado Elementary School. The injured parties were transported to local hospitals for treatment.
Most bus crashes are the result of negligence by the driver, the bus company, or a third party. Some of the most frequent causes include:
Our attorneys work with accident reconstruction specialists to identify what went wrong and who is responsible. Start with a FREE CASE REVIEW today.
Taking the right steps after a crash protects both your health and your legal rights:
Schedule your FREE CASE REVIEW with Thompson Law. Early legal guidance helps you avoid missteps that could hurt your claim.
Need your accident report? Contact:
60 Civic Center Plaza, Santa Ana, CA 92701
Non-Emergency: (714) 245-8665
Online: https://www.santa-ana.org/departments/police/
Bus accidents change lives. Medical bills, lost work, and physical pain can make each day a struggle. You deserve answers and compensation.
Let Thompson Law help you move forward with a FREE CASE REVIEW. We will investigate your case, handle the legal paperwork, and fight for every dollar you deserve. Call today: you owe nothing unless we win.
In most personal injury cases, you have two years from the date of the accident to file a claim in California. However, if the bus is operated by a public entity like OCTA, the deadline to file a government claim may be as short as six months. It is crucial to act quickly and consult an attorney to preserve your rights.
Claims that involve public transit agencies will require you to submit a public entity injury claim within a limited time. Having an attorney who understands municipal liability is essential, as these cases involve different procedures and protections compared to private companies.
Bus accident cases often involve more complex investigations due to multiple passengers, corporate or public entities, and larger insurance policies. Injuries also tend to be more severe.
Thompson Law charges NO FEE unless we obtain a settlement for your case. We’ve put over $1.9 billion in cash settlements in our clients’ pockets. Contact us today for a free, no-obligation consultation to discuss your accident, get your questions answered, and understand your legal options.
State law limits the time you have to file a claim after an injury accident, so call today.
