Case Study: $3,500,000 Settlement for Family of Tour Bus Passenger Killed in Fatal Crash Due to Tire Blowout 

Our firm secured a $3,500,000 settlement for the family of a wife and mother who tragically lost her life in a tour bus accident caused by a tire blowout causing the bus driver to lose control of the bus resulting in a rollover. The death of our client resulted from multiple failures, including a defective tire, unsafe driving, and lack of passenger seat belts, which contributed to this preventable tragedy. 

Case Background 

Our client was a passenger on a tour bus traveling through New York when a tire suddenly failed, causing the driver to lose control of the vehicle. The bus veered off the roadway and overturned, leading to fatal injuries for our client. 

Through extensive investigation, review of bus cam videos, tire analysis and research on bus safety standards, we determined that multiple parties were responsible for this accident: 

We established:  

• The tire manufacturer sold a defective tire that was prone to sudden failure. 
• The bus driver was operating his bus at an unsafe speed, making it difficult to regain control after the blowout. 
• The bus manufacturer did not equip the vehicle with seat belts, increasing the risk of catastrophic injuries in the event of a crash. 

Legal Issues and Violations 

Under New York personal injury and product liability law, multiple parties can be held accountable for contributing to a fatal accident. Our firm pursued claims based on: 

Product Liability – The tire company was held responsible for making a faulty tire, causing it to blow-out. The bus manufacturer neglected to equip the vehicle with seat belts, depriving passengers of essential safety restraints that could have reduced the severity of injuries. 

Negligence – The bus company was responsible for the negligence of its driver operating the bus above the legal speed limit.  

Case Outcome 

Through aggressive litigation and expert testimony from tire failure analysts, accident reconstruction specialists, and vehicle safety engineers, we proved that the bus crash was preventable. The defendants ultimately agreed to a $3,500,000 settlement, giving our client’s family financial security for their devastating loss. 

Fighting for Victims of Bus Crashes 

De Caro & Kaplen, LLP, has a proven track record of success in handling complex bus crash cases. Our attorneys are recognized leaders in New York bus accident law, securing multi-million-dollar verdicts and settlements for victims of negligent bus  companies and their drivers. 

Proven Results in Bus Accident Cases 

At De Caro & Kaplen, LLP, we specialize in bus crash cases, taking on large bus  companies, insurance carriers, and their teams of lawyers to fight for the compensation our clients deserve. Bus cases require deep knowledge of federal and New York bus regulations, and the ability to investigate, reconstruct, and prove negligence. Our experience handling bus accident cases has led to: 

• Multi-million-dollar verdicts and settlements for bus accident victims 
• Successful lawsuits against some of the largest bus companies in the country 
• A reputation for aggressive litigation and trial success when insurance companies refuse to pay fair compensation 

If you or a loved one has suffered a serious injury due to a bus accident, let our experienced bus accident attorneys fight for you. 

This case underscores the importance of holding manufacturers, transportation companies, and negligent drivers accountable when they fail to ensure passenger safety.  

If you or a loved one has suffered a serious injury or wrongful death in a bus accident, contact our experienced legal team today for a free consultation.