Los Angeles Injury Attorney Blog

VENTURA - A 12-year-old girl was hit by a school bus Thursday afternoon in front of Balboa Middle School on Woodland Street, KEYT News reported. The bus vs. pedestrian accident was reported shortly after 3 p.m. on Thursday, March 24, 2011. According to news reports, the 12-year-old was running across the street when she was struck by a westbound bus operated by the Ventura Unified School District. The student, who was not identified, was taken to Ventura County Medical Center where she was listed in stable condition. The cause of the accident remains under investigation by the Ventura Police Department.

Bus Accident Personal Injury Liability

While police are working to determine who was ultimately responsible for this incident, the parents of the injured girl may benefit from speaking with a California personal injury attorney knowledgeable in the unique legal issues of school zone pedestrian accidents. If the driver of the bus was operating the bus negligently, the family may be entitled to compensation for the young girl's medical care and other damages in a personal injury claim against the school district. A skilled personal injury lawyer can help the victim's family protect their and preserve their rights and understand their legal options following this incident.