Injured on a MARTA Bus, School Bus, or Charter? The Government Has Special Rules Designed to Protect Themselves — Not You.
Bus accident claims against government entities like MARTA have shorter deadlines, notice requirements, and sovereign immunity hurdles most victims don't know about. Miss one, and your claim disappears. We know every rule — and every deadline.
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Bus accidents are confusing. Government claims are worse.
You were injured in a bus accident in Atlanta — as a MARTA passenger, a pedestrian, a motorist struck by a bus, or a passenger on a school bus, Greyhound, or charter. Bus accidents involve massive vehicles, severe injuries, and — when a government entity is involved — a maze of special legal requirements.
You have no idea how to sue a government agency. You've heard about 'sovereign immunity' and wonder if you even can. You're confused about which entity is responsible — the driver, MARTA, the City of Atlanta, Fulton County, a private contractor — and the clock is ticking on deadlines you don't even know exist.
Public transit operators — whether government agencies or private companies — have a heightened duty of care because they carry passengers who have no control over the vehicle. When they fail that duty, they should face accountability — not hide behind government protections.
Sovereign immunity and bureaucratic barriers.
Ante-Litem Notice Deadlines
Claims against Georgia government entities require written notice within 12 months under O.C.G.A. § 36-33-5. Miss it, and your claim is barred forever.
Sovereign Immunity
Government entities have legal protections that limit when and how they can be sued — a maze most injury victims can't navigate alone.
A Tangle of Defendants
The driver may be employed by MARTA, a private contractor, or a county agency — each with different rules and insurance policies.
Rapid Evidence Destruction
Bus companies overwrite dashcam footage on short cycles, and government agencies are notoriously slow to respond to records requests.
Gunn Law Group — we know Georgia's government tort claims process inside and out.
Bus accidents are confusing enough without the added complexity of government claims. You shouldn't have to become an expert in sovereign immunity to get compensated for injuries you didn't cause.
- Experience navigating Georgia's government tort claims process.
- Deep knowledge of ante-litem notice requirements for MARTA and other agencies.
- We identify every responsible party — and every available insurance policy.
- We act fast on evidence preservation because agencies don't preserve data voluntarily.
Three steps from the crash to compensation.
Immediate Free Consultation
Call 888-BIG-GUNN. Time matters in bus cases. We identify which entity is responsible and which deadlines apply — some as short as 6–12 months.
Ante-Litem Notice & Investigation
We file all required government notices immediately while pulling dashcam footage, driver records, bus maintenance logs, witness statements, and medical records.
Pursue Full Recovery
We build a comprehensive case against every responsible party — the driver, the bus company or agency, the maintenance provider, and any other negligent party.
The rules every bus accident victim needs to know.
Common Carrier Duty
Bus operators are 'common carriers' under Georgia law, owing the highest duty of care to passengers — extraordinary diligence to protect passenger safety.
Ante-Litem Notice (O.C.G.A. § 36-33-5)
Written notice to a government entity is required within 12 months of the incident. Failure to provide this notice bars the claim entirely.
MARTA Claims
MARTA operates as a state authority with specific claim procedures. There are notice and procedural requirements unique to MARTA that must be followed precisely.
Comparative Fault (O.C.G.A. § 51-12-33)
Standard modified comparative fault applies — you can recover compensation if your fault was less than 50%.
What happens if you wait.
- Ante-litem notice can be required within 6–12 months — far shorter than the 2-year personal injury statute of limitations.
- Dashcam and surveillance video is often overwritten within days or weeks.
- Without legal pressure, government agencies bury claims in bureaucracy.
- Bus accident injuries — TBI, spinal damage, internal injuries — are typically severe.
What we fight for.
- All medical expenses covered — emergency care, surgery, rehabilitation.
- Lost wages and diminished earning capacity compensated.
- Pain and suffering recognized — including long-term impact.
- The responsible driver, agency, or contractor held accountable.
- Every available insurance policy identified and pursued.
Bus accident victim? Government deadlines are shorter than you think. Don't wait.
Call 888-BIG-GUNN now. Free consultation. No fee unless we win.
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Common carriers owe you the highest duty of care. When they fail it, we hold them accountable — agency or not.
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Disclaimer: The information on this page is for general informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. Every case is different and past results do not guarantee future outcomes. Results may vary depending on the specific facts and circumstances of your case. Gunn Law Group handles cases on a contingency fee basis — you pay no attorney fees unless we recover compensation for you. Contact us for a free consultation to discuss your specific situation. This page is a communication from Gunn Law Group, 950 E. Paces Ferry Rd NE, Suite 1550, Atlanta, GA 30326. Responsible attorney: Harrell Gunn.