As reported in the Washington Post, Transportation Secretary Ray LaHood ” ordered a departmental review of commercial bus safety, a response to a string of fatal bus accidents across the country and criticism that the federal government has failed to act.” Jackie Gillan, vice president of the Advocates for Highway and Auto Safety, said, “I’m really pleased that somebody over there is finally looking at motor coach safety.” However, “she said LaHood’s review should not be viewed as a substitute for congressional action on motor coach safety.”
Drunken Bus Driver Kills Tourist
May 10, 2011
As a bus accident attorney, I see reckless bus operation often-but most companies and drivers are safe.
The May 7 death of a New York man confirms the need to enforce safety to protect the public. On Saturday, a tourist was stuck and dragged as the bus turned