Green, OH – School Bus Collision on Bridgetown Rd Results in Injuries

Green, OH – School Bus Collision on Bridgetown Rd Results in Injuries

Green, OH (January 7, 2021) – A collision involving a school bus and at least one sport-utility vehicle in Green Township resulted in injuries on Monday, January 4. 

According to local sources, the accident occurred at around 3:42 p.m. at the 6500 block of Bridgetown Road. There were students on board the bus at the time of the crash, but none sustained injuries. The bus reportedly rolled off the road before hitting a nearby van. 

The bus driver was transported to a nearby hospital for the treatment of sustained injuries. No updates on the conditions of the driver have been provided at this time. No further information on the accident has been provided by local authorities. 

An ongoing investigation into the cause of the crash is currently underway. 

Our thoughts are with the injured victims and their families at this time. We hope for their full recovery.

School Bus Accidents in Ohio

Green, OH - School Bus Collision on Bridgetown Rd Results in InjuriesEven drivers who are tasked with transporting students are at risk of being involved in a serious collision. There were 1,282 people killed in school-transportation-related accidents in the United States from 2007 to 2016. That is an average of 128 deaths happening per year. Of those killed, nearly 9% were occupants of the school bus, and nearly 20% of those killed were non-occupants. There are many factors that contribute to school bus accidents, including poor training and reckless behaviors. 

In Ohio, other drivers owe a duty to use reasonable care when operating a motor vehicle. Unfortunately, many drivers in the state breach this duty and cause catastrophic car accidents. The resulting damages following a car accident can impact a victim’s life. The driver responsible for causing an Ohio school bus accident can be held responsible for any resulting injuries. Before you discuss your claim with an insurance company, you should consult with a qualified Cincinnati bus accident attorney

When you are injured in an Ohio school bus accident, you need to pursue a personal injury claim in order to recover lost compensation. Obtaining legal advice and representation is essential in the early stages. The Green Law Firm will protect your rights when dealing with the authorities or insurance companies, and our experienced legal team will help you construct a strong case to fight for the compensation you deserve. If you have been injured by a negligent driver, contact our law offices today at (513)769-0840 to see how we can help. 

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Disclaimer: The Green Law Firm has worked hard throughout the decades to become well-respected members of our local business community.  We are always striving to improve the quality of our fellow community member’s lives and hope that by drawing attention to the serious dangers related to catastrophic injury accidents in Ohio that people will take all the necessary precautions to avoid being involved in a serious car accident. The information that we provide in these posts should not be misconstrued as legal advice or medical advice.  These posts are not intended to be a solicitation for business. The pictures used in these posts are not representative of the actual vehicles involved in the accident or of the actual crash site.