Tarmac and Transport Bus Collisions

As airports become more congested and space to park airplanes becomes more scarce, passengers frequently find themselves being driven from the main terminal to waiting aircraft on the tarmac. These buses often lack seats and seat belts, require passengers to stand and make frequent turns and maneuvers as they dodge other buses, fixed objects and even moving aircraft.

In recent years, there have been a growing number of accidents and injuries to passengers as a result of these tarmac transport buses. Since many of these occur in foreign airports, many passengers and attorneys wrongly assume that they cannot bring suit for their injuries in American courts.

At Bohrer & Lukeman we have the expertise and experience to bring many of these lawsuits, even those that occur outside of the United States, in American courts. In the event that the a tarmac or transport bus accident occurs during the course of a transporting a passenger to or from an international flight, the matter may be governed by the Montreal Convention that establishes nearly strict liability against the airline. We understand that these claims require immediate attention to preserve any defects or dangerous conditions that may have caused or contributed to the accident. Therefore, when we are retained in an tarmac or transport bus accident claim, we immediately launch an investigation to preserve evidence of negligence or wrong doing, the names and identities of any witnesses and any other information that may assist us in wining your case.  We always urge our clients not to attempt to contact the airline themselves or negotiate a settlement directly because of the many laws and other factors that they be unaware of.

Finally, since claims involving international flights may involve a shortened statute of limitations, we advise you to seek counsel immediately in order to preserve your rights.