Bus Types
Bus Types & Liability
Different bus types and their liability rules.
Public Transit Bus
$150,000 - $500,000City and metro buses operated by government transit agencies. Subject to government immunity limits but common carrier liability applies.
Tort claim notice required (30-180 days)
School Bus
$200,000 - $750,000School buses transporting children. School districts and private bus companies can be liable. Cases involving child injuries receive extra attention.
Higher settlements for child victims
Charter / Tour Bus
$175,000 - $600,000Private charter and tour buses regulated by FMCSA. Must carry $5M minimum insurance. Common carrier liability with full damage recovery.
$5M minimum insurance requirement
Greyhound / Intercity
$150,000 - $550,000Long-distance intercity buses. Large commercial carriers with substantial insurance. Rollover accidents are particularly severe.
Interstate commerce regulations apply