Practice Area
California Bus Accident Lawyer
Bus crashes often involve transit agencies, school districts, or private carriers, each with strict rules and short deadlines. John knows how to move fast and hold the right party responsible.
40+ Years
Of personal injury experience
Insider
Former insurance defense attorney
Direct
You work with John, not a case manager
$0 Upfront
No fee unless we win
Bilingual
Se habla español
Statewide
Representing clients across California
Bus Accident Claims Are Different
A bus accident can injure passengers, drivers of other vehicles, cyclists, and pedestrians all at once. Many buses in California are operated by public agencies such as city transit systems and school districts. Others are run by private tour, charter, airport shuttle, or employee transport companies. Who operates the bus shapes every step of the claim.
California law treats bus operators that carry paying passengers as common carriers. Common carriers must use the highest degree of care to keep passengers safe, a stricter standard than ordinary drivers face.
The Six-Month Government Claim Deadline
When a public agency runs the bus, you generally must file a written government claim within six months of the injury before you can sue. Missing that deadline can end a claim entirely. If you were hurt on or by a city bus, school bus, or transit vehicle, speak with an attorney right away.
How We Help
- Identify every responsible party: the operator, the agency, maintenance contractors, and other drivers
- File government claims on time and in the required form
- Secure onboard video, GPS, and maintenance records before they are overwritten
- Document injuries for passengers who were standing or thrown during sudden stops
- Pursue full compensation for medical care, lost income, and long-term needs
FAQ
Bus Accident Questions
I was a passenger. Do I have to prove the driver was at fault?
You still need to show the operator or another party was negligent, but bus operators carrying paying passengers are held to the highest standard of care under California law. That can make passenger claims stronger.
How long do I have if a city or school bus was involved?
Claims against public agencies generally require a written government claim within six months of the injury. A lawsuit can only follow after that claim is handled. Do not wait.
What if another driver caused the bus crash?
Then the other driver, and possibly the bus operator, may both be responsible. We investigate every vehicle involved so no source of recovery is missed.
How much does it cost to hire you?
Nothing upfront. We work on a contingency fee: no attorney fee unless we recover compensation for you.
Free Consultation
Speak Directly with John
No fee unless we win. No obligation.
- 40+ years of personal injury experience
- Former insurance defense attorney
- John personally handles your case
- Serving all of California, in English and Spanish
Why The JVB Law Firm
What Sets Our Firm Apart
01
John Handles Your Case
At many firms, your file is passed to a case manager. Here, John personally reviews the evidence, talks with you, and makes the decisions on your case.
02
We Know the Other Side
John spent years defending insurance companies. He knows how adjusters value claims and the tactics they use to pay less, and he plans for them from day one.
03
Bilingual, No Upfront Cost
We serve clients in English and Spanish across California. You pay nothing upfront, and there is no attorney fee unless we recover compensation for you.
John’s Advantage
Insider Experience Most Law Firms Can’t Match
For decades, John defended insurance companies. Now he uses that insider knowledge to fight for the people they tried to underpay.
Most injury lawyers know how to file a claim. John knows how insurance companies try to defeat one. With 40+ years of experience and rare insurance-defense insight, John understands how insurers evaluate injuries, minimize losses, and pressure victims before they know the true value of their case.
For catastrophic injury and wrongful death cases, that insight can make the difference between a quick low offer and a fight for full, fair compensation. And at The JVB Law Firm, John personally handles your case.
Client Reviews
What Our Clients Say
★★★★★
“I have not found a firm in California where the ATTORNEY HIMSELF handles your case, and that’s what initially drew me to work with him… Thank you John for always having my back.”
Luis Reina
Google Review
★★★★★
“I am forever grateful!!! My daughter was a victim of a hit and run. John helped her efficiently and effectively. If you’re looking for a great firm this is it!! Thank you!!”
Yadira Campos
Google Review
★★★★★
“Having worked with numerous personal injury attorneys and law firms over the years, I can confidently say that John and his team stand out for their professionalism, communication, and commitment to their clients.”
Heather Padilla
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Hurt in a Bus Accident? Act Before the Deadline.
Government claim deadlines can be as short as six months. Call today for a free consultation.
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