Bus & Public Transportation Accidents

Usually, bus and public transportation injuries would involve suing a governmental agency which also has a shorter short statute of limitations. It is very important that if you are injured by a City, State, or other Governmental Agency, that you contact us immediately so we can explain your rights.
Person Hit & Killed by Cal-Train
A person was struck and killed by a train at the Santa Clara Station on July 22, 2023, restricting rail service in the area, Caltrain said.

Southbound train 630, carrying 12 passengers, struck a person at the station in Santa Clara about 10:59 a.m., Caltrain spokesperson Tasha Bartholomew said in a statement. No one on the train was injured.

Emergency personnel are on scene and train service is currently stopped at the area.

The death marks Caltrain's sixth fatality of the year.

Dealing With Government Claims Can Be Complex
This is a prime illustration of a Governmental Claim. In nearly all circumstances in California, if you sustain injuries caused by a State Employee or a local municipality such as The City of Pittsburg, City of Walnut Creek, or City of Brentwood, you must file a Claim Form with the appropriate agency within six months.

Once the claim is rejected or deemed rejected by statute, you have the option to initiate a lawsuit in the relevant county. At the Henderson Law Firm, we have handled dozens of Governmental Claims, and one noteworthy case involved a woman who suffered leg injuries at a City Park due to hidden holes in the grass, concealed by overgrown vegetation.
This particular case posed significant challenges due to the legal protections that governmental agencies typically have. However, through meticulous work and dedication, attorney Jill Stern-Henderson of the Henderson Law Firm was able to secure a six-figure resolution for the injuries sustained, leveraging very specific set of facts surrounding the incident.

Dealing with Governmental Claims can be complex, but having experienced legal representation can make a critical difference in pursuing just compensation for injuries caused by the negligence of government entities.
About Jill Stern-Henderson
​For over 30 years, Jill Stern-Henderson has practiced civil litigation and workers' compensation cases with her husband, Steven Henderson. Please contact Jill at (925) 427-1771 or email her at [email protected] if you feel that she can help you with your case.

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See also: Car Accidents | Truck Accidents | Motorcycle Accidents | Bus & Public Transit Accidents | Bike & Pedestrian Accidents | Drunk Driving Accidents | Bad Faith Insurance / Uninsured Motorist

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Please call the Law Office of Steve & Jill Henderson for a free initial consultation with an experienced personal injury attorney, please call (925) 427-1771. We look forward to helping you protect your rights and obtain just compensation for your injuries.