Las Vegas Bus Accidents
Las Vegas Bus Accident Attorney
From RTC transit buses and the Deuce on the Strip to tour buses, school buses, and charter coaches, Las Vegas runs on buses — and when one crashes, the injuries are often serious and the parties responsible aren't always obvious. A government transit agency, a private bus company, and their insurers all have lawyers working to limit what they pay. For over 26 years, Eric Blank Injury Attorneys has fought to get injury victims the recovery those companies don't want to pay. Free consultation, and no fees unless we win.
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First Steps
What To Do After A Bus Accident In Las Vegas
The first hours after a bus crash shape your entire claim. Here's how to protect yourself and your case.
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Get To Safety
If you can move, get yourself and your vehicle out of traffic. Then check yourself and your passengers for injuries before doing anything else.
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Call 911
Always report the crash. On Las Vegas surface streets, Metro Police respond; on the highways and I-15, it's Nevada Highway Patrol. The police report becomes key evidence in your claim.
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Document Everything
Photograph the vehicles, the scene, road conditions, and any visible injuries. Collect the other driver's insurance and license details, plus names and numbers of any witnesses.
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See A Doctor
Get checked even if you feel fine — adrenaline hides injuries, and soft-tissue and brain injuries often surface days later. A gap in treatment is the first thing insurers use against you.
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Don't Talk To Their Insurer
The other driver's insurance company will call fast and sound friendly. They are not on your side. Don't give a recorded statement or accept a quick offer — refer them to your attorney.
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Call An Attorney First
Before you sign anything or accept any settlement, talk to a lawyer. Once you accept an offer you can't reopen the claim — even if your injuries turn out worse than you thought.
Our Approach
How Eric Blank Injury Attorneys Handles Bus Accident Cases
Eric Blank spent the early part of his career defending insurance companies. We bring that insider knowledge to every bus accident claim — the same edge we apply across our personal injury practice .
Investigate The Crash
We move fast to preserve evidence — traffic-camera footage, scene photos, vehicle data, and witness statements — before it disappears or memories fade.
Build The Medical Record
We work directly with your doctors to document every injury, current and future, so the full cost of the crash is on paper — not guessed at.
Negotiate With Insurance
Eric Blank spent years on the insurance-defense side. We know how adjusters value claims and where they cut corners — and we use it to push for a fair settlement.
Try The Case If Needed
Insurance companies settle harder when they know your attorney will take them to trial. We prepare every case as if it's going in front of a jury.
Damages
What Bus Accident Victims Can Recover In Nevada
Nevada law lets injury victims recover compensatory damages — both the concrete financial losses and the human cost of the crash. In rare cases involving especially reckless conduct, punitive damages may also apply.
Economic Damages
- Medical bills — past and future treatment
- Lost wages and reduced future earning capacity
- Property damage to your vehicle
- Out-of-pocket costs — transportation, prescriptions, and more
Non-Economic Damages
- Pain and suffering
- Emotional distress
- Loss of enjoyment of life
- Permanent disability or disfigurement
- Loss of consortium
Nevada caps damages in medical malpractice cases but not in general personal injury claims. One important exception applies to buses: if your claim is against a government transit agency like the RTC, Nevada law caps what you can recover. A free consultation is the best way to understand which rules apply to your specific case.
Nevada Law
Key Nevada Bus Accident Laws
Statute of Limitations
Nevada gives you 2 years from the date of the accident to file a bus accident lawsuit (NRS 11.190). Claims involving a government bus have their own notice rules on top of that — so the practical window to act can be shorter. Miss the deadline and your claim is gone.
Common Carrier Duty
Buses are "common carriers" under Nevada law, which means they owe their passengers the highest duty of care — a stricter standard than the ordinary care required of regular drivers. A bus operator can be held liable for even slight negligence that injures a passenger.
Comparative Negligence
Nevada follows modified comparative negligence. If you are 51% or more at fault you recover nothing; if you are partly at fault but under that, your recovery is reduced by your share (NRS 41.141).
Claims Against Government Buses
Many Las Vegas bus accidents involve the RTC, a government agency. Claims against a government entity follow the Nevada Tort Claims Act: a formal notice of claim is filed with the agency under NRS 41.036, and recovery against the government is capped at $200,000 per person under NRS 41.035 — no matter how serious the injuries. These cases are built differently from the start, which is why early legal guidance matters.
This is general information, not legal advice for your specific case. Talk to an attorney about the facts of your accident.
FAQ
Common Bus Accident Questions
How much does it cost to hire a bus accident lawyer?
Our fee is contingency-based — no upfront cost and no hourly billing. We only get paid if we win your case, and the fee is a percentage of your settlement, agreed to in writing before we start.
Who can I sue after a Las Vegas bus accident?
Depending on the facts: the driver, the bus company, a maintenance contractor, a parts manufacturer, or a government transit agency. We identify every responsible party so the full value of your claim is on the table.
What if I was hit by an RTC bus?
RTC is a government agency, so your claim follows the Nevada Tort Claims Act — a notice of claim under NRS 41.036 and a $200,000 cap on recovery from the government under NRS 41.035. These rules are strict, so talk to an attorney quickly.
How long do I have to file?
Two years from the date of the accident (NRS 11.190), but government-bus claims carry their own notice steps, so don't wait.
Should I talk to the bus company's insurer?
No. Refer them to your attorney; anything you say can be used to reduce or deny your claim.
Do I have to go to court?
Most cases settle, but insurers and agencies pay more when they know your attorney will try the case — and Eric Blank will.
I had terrible injuries as a result of the accident I had and hiring Eric Blank to be on my side during this difficult process was the best thing I did.
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