Pennsbury, PA (May 14, 2023) – On Wednesday afternoon, according to school authorities, a bus from the Pennsbury School District was involved in a collision on Bristol-Oxford Valley Road, resulting in minor injuries to three kids.
The collision occurred at around 2:30 p.m., as the bus was transporting students between Bucks County Technical High School and Conwell-Egan Catholic High School. Officers reported to 198 Bristol-Oxford Valley Road at Terrace Road on the outskirts of the towns of Falls and Middletown, per the school district.
Emergency medical services were sent to the location of the collision after the bus crashed into another vehicle while heading in opposite directions on Bristol-Oxford Valley Road.
Penndel-Middletown Emergency Squad authorities and officials from the Levittown-Fairless Hills Rescue Squad, Bucks County Rescue Squad, and Tri-Hampton Rescue Squad responded to the site. Three children were assessed and transported for minor injuries, though they are expected to recover.
It’s unclear if any citations or charges will be filed in connection with the accident, but officers are still investigating at this time.
Our thoughts are with the injured victims and their loved ones.
Bus Accidents in Pennsylvania
The frequency of commercial vehicle accidents on Pennsylvania’s highways has risen in recent years. In fact, commercial vehicle crashes have generated more severe injuries and fatalities than ever before. And according to statistics, the number of fatalities involving commercial vehicles in Pennsylvania climbed by close to 51% between 2011 and 2021.
Accidents involving commercial vehicles are among the worst crashes in Pennsylvania; as a consequence, individuals involved in these collisions often die.
This is particularly true in the case of a collision between a passenger car and a large bus or other commercial vehicle. If a family member was killed in a commercial vehicle crash, you should examine your legal options with an attorney looking out for your best interests.
The loss of a loved one due to an accident involving a commercial vehicle will unquestionably be one of the most difficult moments of your life. In the wake of a serious incident, you should examine your legal options with an experienced Pennsylvania commercial vehicle injury attorney.
While you are recovering from injuries or mourning the death of a loved one, you should not have to worry about the financial difficulties caused by another individual’s carelessness. If a member of your family was murdered in an accident involving a commercial vehicle in Pennsylvania, you should consult with an experienced wrongful death attorney who can guide you through the whole legal process and explain each step.
After a deadly accident, the legal team at Spear Greenfield Personal Injury Attorneys is here to assist you. From beginning to end, our firm will be at your side, leading you through the complexity of our legal system. Having a trustworthy attorney on your side can help you collect the compensation you deserve for your accident-related damages, including:
- Medical expenses
- Lost wages and prospective future earnings
- Pain and suffering
In these difficult circumstances, we are by your side every step of the way. Please get in touch with a Philadelphia-area vehicle accident attorney at (215) 600-0681 to understand how we may help you.
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