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If you have been injured, or a loved one has been injured or killed, in a Septa transit accident – whether on a bus, trolley, train, trackless trolley, subway or El – you may be entitled to compensation for your pain and suffering, past and future wage losses, emotional trauma, as well as payment of your accident-related medical bills. That is why you should contact the lawyers at Mednick, Mezyk & Kredo, who understand the laws and regulations that affect claims against mass transit agencies in Pennsylvania. Claims involving Septa (the Southeastern Pennsylvania Transportation Authority) and other mass transit systems involve more complex issues than more traditional car accident claims.

Why Are Claims Against Septa Different From Other Cases?

Even though it is based primarily in the Philadelphia area, Septa is considered to be a Pennsylvania state agency, which means that any claims involving Septa must comply with the same laws and rules that apply to claims against the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania. Claims against Septa are also regulated by the Pennsylvania Motor Vehicle Financial Responsibility Law and the Pennsylvania Motor Vehicle Code. Because we have handled numerous Septa cases, the attorneys at Mednick, Mezyk & Kredo know these laws, and understand how each impacts every case. We know what to do, and will make sure that everything is done to protect your rights and to assure that you get results as quickly as possible.

What Should I Do If I Am On a Septa Vehicle That Gets Into An Accident?

You should give your name to the Septa driver. You should also make sure that you receive a claim card that confirms that you were on the bus or other Septa vehicle when the accident happened. If you think you are injured, you should notify the driver, and the police (if they came to the accident scene), and should go to the Emergency Room if you think you need immediate medical care.

What Should I Do If I Am On a Vehicle That Gets Into An Accident with a Septa Vehicle?

You should give your name to the Septa driver. You should also request that the police come to the scene, and give your name to the police and to the driver of the Septa vehicle. If you think you are injured, you should tell that to the driver and to the police (if they came to the accident scene), and should go to the Emergency Room if you think you need immediate medical care. You should also notify your own insurance company that you were involved in the accident.

Can I Be Compensated for My Pain and Suffering and Other Losses?

In most cases, people who are injured or killed in Septa accidents are entitled to compensation for their pain and suffering, past and future wage losses, and the emotional trauma they went through as a result of the accident. Because Septa accidents generally involve multiple cars, buses and trucks, the cases can be complicated. When more than one person is injured or killed, that can also make these cases more complicated. As a result, you need a lawyer who understands these issues, and will fight for your rights. At Mednick, Mezyk & Kredo, our attorneys and support staff have handled Septa cases for many years, and will do everything they can to assure that your rights are protected and that you receive all of the compensation to which you are entitled.

How Will My Medical Bills Get Paid?

That depends upon whose vehicle you were in, and whether that vehicle was insured. If you have your own car insurance, or a relative who lives with you has car insurance, that insurance will generally pay for your medical expenses. (Don’t worry – a claim for medical treatment will not affect your rates!) If neither you nor anyone in your household had auto insurance, then your medical bills are generally paid by either the insurance company for the vehicle in which you were in or by Septa. However, there are exceptions to this rule, and in some cases, it can be more complicated. It is very difficult for most people to understand how to deal with these claims. Because we have handled numerous Septa cases, the attorneys at Mednick, Mezyk & Kredo know how to handle these situations, and will make sure that everything is done to get your bills paid as quickly as possible.

Does It Really Matter What Kind of Septa Vehicle I Was On?

Pennsylvania law treats certain vehicles differently from others. For example, the laws and rules that apply to buses are different from those that apply to subways, Els and trackless trolleys. Plus, because Septa is a state agency, there are other laws and regulations that govern claims against it. Because we handle Septa cases all the time, the attorneys at Mednick, Mezyk & Kredo know these laws, and understand how they impact every case. We know what to do, will make sure that everything is done to protect your rights and assure that you get results as quickly as possible.

Does the Limited Tort Threshold Apply to Septa Cases?

Generally, Pennsylvania’s limited tort threshold does not apply to cases involving passengers on Septa vehicles. But there are other laws and rules that do apply. As a result, you should contact an attorney to learn what your rights are and to assure that you receive all of the compensation you are entitled to.

Our attorneys make sure that every person and family we represent receives our undivided attention, maximum effort and extraordinary service. To ensure that you are receiving all of the compensation that you are entitled to, call Mednick, Mezyk & Kredo today to speak with one of our mass transit lawyers.

At Mednick, Mezyk and Kredo, we welcome the opportunity to meet with you to discuss your Septa case. Please give us a call at 215-545-1870 or fill out the Contact Us form on this page for a free consultation.

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