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Introduction to School Bus Accidents
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South Dakota: School Bus Accident Information
Fortunately, School Bus Accidents in South Dakota are fairly uncommon, but when they do occur they are particularly tragic because children are involved. While school buses are relatively safe and usually travel at low speeds, accidents can occur due to bus driver negligence, mechanical problems, weather conditions, and other contributing factors. In addition, when cars fail to stop for a school bus that is loading or unloading passengers, students can be struck as they board or exit the school bus. Due to the size and weight of a school bus, any South Dakota School Bus Accident has the potential to cause serious injuries and permanent disabilities to the persons involved in the accident, including the bus driver, student passengers, pedestrians, and drivers and passengers of other cars. A School Bus Accident may have potentially devastating lifelong effects on the lives of young student bus passengers. South Dakota School Bus Accident Lawyers can determine if negligence was the cause of a School Bus Accident and work to ensure that victims and their family members receive the justice and compensation they deserve.