On February 24, 2021, there was a school bus accident in Jacksonville. The bus was carrying students from Dinsmore Elementary School in Jacksonville, Florida. The accident involved another vehicle and happened near the Cisco Gardens neighborhood on the 5700 block of Jones Road, (Google Maps Location). The Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office reported that two individuals were transported to the hospital for injury treatment. It is unknown at this time if the individuals are students. According to officials, there were nine students on the bus at the time of the crash.
A school bus accident in Jacksonville will have a myriad of legal issues which can involve injury claims against local school boards, city governments, state agencies, and private charter entities as well as the related insurance carriers and the individual parties at fault for the accident. If your child is involved in a school bus crash it is imperative to immediately seek all needed medical attention so all injuries are properly addressed and officially document. It is also important to know and understand you and your child’s legal rights
Our personal injury attorneys at McGRATH GIBSON LAW are very experienced in handling claims for minors against local and state entities. Our consultations are free and we can meet with you at our Jacksonville offices, via telephone, teleconference, zoom, or in person at your home. Our personal injury representation is provided on a contingency fee basis. This means that we only get paid if you get paid. Schedule a free consultation at (904) 358-3300 or use the form below and we’ll get back to you as soon as possible.
