Injured on a Bus, Train or Plane?
We Will Protect Your Rights
Federal statistics show you are much safer riding trains, buses, light rail, planes and other forms of public or commercial transportation than driving your own car. Yet public transportation accidents do happen and when they do, the results can be catastrophic.
At the Law Offices of Francis J. Discipio, our personal injury attorneys represent clients who have been injured in all types of commercial and public transportation accidents, including those involving:
- Train accidents
- Bus crashes
- Light rail accidents
- Taxi accidents
- Subway accidents
- Airport shuttle crashes
- Aviation accidents
Any organization that offers transportation to the general public for a fee is considered a common carrier. Common carriers must be licensed; they typically operate under the authority of a regulatory body.
Held to a Higher Standard
Because they are licensed professionals whose business is transporting people, common carriers are expected to use the highest degree of care, diligence and vigilance in their work.
Generally, common carriers are held to a very high standard of care. If someone is harmed because of their negligence or carelessness, they can be held liable for injuries and other damages they caused.
If you were injured in any type of public transportation accident, please contact our law firm to discuss your case. One of our lawyers will explain your legal rights and options. The initial consultation is free of charge and free of obligation.
Don't delay. Strict deadlines apply in cases involving public transportation accidents. If you do not act quickly, you may lose your right to recover financial compensation for your damages.
We represent clients injured aboard all common carriers, including the three public transit operators in northeastern Illinois: the Chicago Transit Authority (CTA), Metra commuter rail and Pace suburban bus.
