Auburn, ME – Three Students Hospitalized in Bus Accident on Washington St

Auburn, ME (August 28, 2024) – Several students were taken to the hospital after a 17-year-old driver crashed into a school bus in Auburn on Wednesday afternoon, August 27. Crews responded to the crash on Washington Street North, the intersection of Washington Park Road, on Wednesday.

According to their initial reports, police say a 17-year-old driver from Lewiston rear-ended an Auburn school bus. One student was taken to a hospital for injuries, while two others were taken by their parents. No life-threatening injuries were reported, but further details about the victims' current conditions were not released. The investigation into this accident is still ongoing.

Our thoughts are extended to the injured victims and their loved ones.

Injury Auto Accidents in Maine

Serious, injury-causing accidents involving two or more drivers often occur on the major highways and multi-lane interstates that traverse our state's major cities and generally surround Maine. Unfortunately, the higher the number of drivers involved in a particular crash, the higher the risk of complication and complexity when it comes to the aftermath of a crash, from the chaos of collecting details at the scene to building a case and securing compensation for a personal injury claim.

First and foremost, after an accident, contact emergency services and law enforcement. Next, it's vital to gather the insurance and contact details of the parties involved and provide your insurance and contact details to any other parties involved. Notify your insurance provider of the accident as soon as possible.

But no matter the circumstances of the accident you endured, you should see an experienced attorney immediately if you were injured and it wasn't your fault to get the compensation and justice you are entitled to. Our highly skilled personal injury attorneys can assist you in defending your rights and advocating on your behalf, regardless of the details surrounding your crash.

For a free consultation, contact the McCue Law Office team right now. In a personal injury case, having a caring, committed personal injury lawyer like Carl D. McCue on your side might be the difference between success and failure. Don't wait to contact our Auburn auto accident lawyer at (207) 862-5290 as soon as possible. We will stop at nothing to support you and your family during this frustrating period of time in your lives.

Note: We utilize various external sources, including news reports, police reports, social media platforms, and firsthand or eyewitness accounts, to compile details about injury accidents occurring in Maine. We have not independently verified the facts related to this specific accident. If you come across any inaccuracies in our post, please reach out to McCue Law Firm immediately. We are committed to promptly correcting any misinformation or removing the post upon request.

Disclaimer: This post is not intended as a solicitation for business. It's crucial to acknowledge that the information shared does not constitute legal advice, nor does it establish an attorney-client relationship. Legal outcomes may vary depending on individual circumstances. For personalized legal guidance, please contact McCue Law Firm directly. Additionally, the featured image in this post is not from the scene depicted in the accident.