Phoenix Bus Accident Lawyer
Phoenix's Valley Metro buses and light rail, plus school, charter, and tour buses, move riders across the Valley daily. When a bus crash causes injury, the claim rules are unusual — and we handle Phoenix bus accident cases from start to finish.
Where Phoenix bus crashes happen
Bus crashes here involve Valley Metro routes and private buses along I-10, I-17, and the Loop 101 and 202, and on wide surface corridors like Camelback and Bell Roads. Passengers, pedestrians, and other drivers can all be hurt.
A heightened duty — and a short deadline
Buses are common carriers, held to a heightened duty of care for passengers. When a public transit agency is involved, a much shorter notice-of-claim deadline — often about 180 days in Arizona — applies before you can sue, so these cases need fast action.
After a Phoenix bus crash: reporting and care
The Arizona Department of Public Safety or Phoenix Police typically responds depending on where the crash happened. Get an official report and the bus and route details. For serious injuries, Phoenix's trauma centers and prompt, documented care matter to both health and claim.
How we help injured Phoenix riders
We identify whether a public agency or private operator is responsible, meet the short deadlines, preserve the evidence, and pursue full compensation. The review is free and confidential. Se habla español.
Frequently asked questions
The bus was a Valley Metro bus — is the deadline different?
Yes. When a public transit agency is involved, a much shorter notice deadline — often about 180 days in Arizona — applies before you can sue. Missing it can end the claim, so act quickly.
I was a passenger on the bus. Do I have a claim?
Often, yes. Buses owe passengers a heightened duty of care, and if a crash hurt you — whether the bus driver or another driver was at fault — you may be able to recover.
Hurt in Phoenix? Find out where you stand.
A quick, confidential review — about two minutes, no cost, no obligation.
This is general information about Arizona injury claims, not legal advice. Every case is different.