Authorities are reporting that a person was struck and killed by a bus near Independence Mall in Philadelphia on Sunday evening at around 5:50 pm. The incident happened on Arch Street in Old City. That is where a New Jersey Transit bus struck the pedestrian.
According to police reports, the person was lying on the curb just before the bus hit them. It is unclear why they were lying on the curb or what their condition was at the time. The police are still investigating and have not released the person’s name or the status of anyone on the bus. Talk to a Philadelphia bus accident lawyer from Kwartler Manus today.
Bus Accidents Can Be Complicated
Bus accidents are complicated for numerous reasons. Most buses operate as a component of the public transportation system and are owned or managed by the city or state. In those situations, victims of accidents like this have a very short window to file a claim and take action against the city.
What makes this type of case even harder to navigate is that this accident, like many others, resulted in a death. That means family members need to act quickly to preserve evidence and fight for justice for their loved one.
Seeking Help from an Attorney Is Critical
At Kwartler Manus, our wrongful death attorney in Philadelphia can be your advocate. We handle a wide range of accident cases to fight for justice. Contact our bus accident attorney to learn how we can help you today in a free consultation.
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