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Minibuses are used to transport groups of people in many different settings and for various purposes; from school, voluntary, local authority and leisure group activities to sporting clubs, workplace outings and private parties. If the number of passengers is greater than seven but not more than 16, it is likely that a minibus will be the vehicle of choice.

For the most part minibuses are safe—for every mile travelled minibus passengers are less likely to be injured than the passengers of cars. However, minibus accidents can and do occur.

Any minibus service operator has a duty of care under health and safety law to ensure that all reasonable steps are taken to keep passengers safe on minibus journeys.

It is an offence under UK law for an operator to allow a minibus to be driven on a road when its condition could cause harm to a passenger, driver or other road user. As such, minibus operators are required to conduct suitable risk assessments and vehicle checks to make sure that drivers are safe, fit and competent, and that the vehicle is safe and fit-for-purpose. Regular maintenance and record-keeping must be carried out in order to fulfil these responsibilities.

If you or someone close to you has sustained injury in a minibus accident, the personal injury solicitors at Thompsons in Scotland can help you make a mini bus crash claim to ensure compensation for your pain, injury, lost earnings and medical expenses.

Minibus Risk Assessments

According to The Royal Society for the Prevention of Accidents, minibus health and safety officers should consider all possible risks as part of a risk assessment for minibus use, including the following:

  • Potential hazards
  • The likelihood of a hazard occurring
  • The likely severity of any injury or property damage
  • Who might be affected
  • Existing safety measures
  • New safety measures that might be needed
  • How safety measures are implemented
  • Emergency procedures

There should be generic risk assessments for certain aspects of minibus use which should include driver training, passenger behaviour, parental consent and minibus maintenance etc. plus individual risk assessments for specific journeys.

January 2019 Minibus Crash in Skye

On 16 January 2019 three people were taken to hospital following a minibus crash on Skye on the A855 Staffin road. None of the other passengers sustained serious personal injury.

January 2019 Minibus Crash in Perthshire

Also on 16 January 2019 a minibus driver sustained fatal injuries in road accident on the A90 in Perthshire. The 60-year-old died after her minibus collided with a lorry on the dual carriageway near St Madoes.

December 2018 Scottish Borders Minibus Accident

On 29 December 2018 one man suffered fatal injury and 23 people were injured when a minibus overturned in the Scottish Borders on the A6089 between Newtongrange to Kelso.

The driver and 22 passengers were treated at various hospitals including Borders General Hospital in Melrose, Edinburgh Royal Infirmary and the Queen Elizabeth University Hospital in Glasgow.

December 2018 Minibus Accident near Fraserburgh

On 18 December 2018 one person needed hospital treatment following a crash involving a school minibus and a lorry at Mid Ardlaw, Aberdeenshire. No pupils were on board at the time of the incident.

July 2018 Minibus Crash in Orkney

On 27July 2018 five people, including a four-year-old boy, were killed in a crash involving a minibus and a 4x4 vehicle on the A96 in Moray.

Minibus Crash Claims in Scotland

If you have been injured in a minibus crash, the personal injury claims lawyers at Thompsons can advise you as to your rights, options and possible entitlement to compensation for your injuries.

To find out more about making a compensation claim following a road accident, please visit our FAQs page.

Our No Win, No Fee package has been created so that you don't have to worry about the possibility of any financial risk when making a claim.

For more information, call us today on 0800 0891 331.

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Excellent Service

We decided to use Thompsons Solicitors for our personal injury claim following a road traffic accident. The service was spot on from beginning to end, with excellent communication, timely responses & cleat advice that was easy to understand. It was evident Corinne was always acting in her clients best interests and she worked hard to ensure we got the compensation we rightfully deserved. We were delighted with our final offer and we would absolutely recommend both Thompsons and Corinne to others. We cannot thank her enough for all her help, support and advice during this experience.

Siobhan Kerr
15 October 2024
5 / 5

Road traffic accident

Jordan has been great and kept me informed all the way through and am happy with the outcome he has got me.

Ross Alexander
14 October 2024
5 / 5

Amazing service

Lauren and Scarlett were on the ball constantly, keeping me informed all throughout the process and explaining every detail.

Gary boles
27 September 2024
5 / 5

compensation claim

Thompsons was a very professional and approachable firm who ensured I got an appropriate settlement.

Fiona
12 August 2024
5 / 5

Traffic Accident

I can’t thank Corinne and the Team enough for all their help, support, hard work and perseverance with my case. Their belief in me and not giving up over 2 years won me my case and an out of court settlement. I am extremely grateful to Corinne and the team for providing a first class service at all times and keeping me constantly updated every step of the way over the past 2 years. Thankyou all so much and so glad with your expert advice and knowledge in your field it did not have to go to court and an offer was made which I am extremely happy with.

Anonymous
9 August 2024
5 / 5

Clear and helpful

A great company to deal with. The staff were extremely helpful and responsive. A fairly lengthy process but a positive experience after the accident.

Lois
31 July 2024
5 / 5

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Professional and friendly manner. Always willing to go that little extra. Kept well informed throughout claim

Alan Craig
17 July 2024
5 / 5

Service

First class firm, very helpful and if i ever needed to ask any questions I was always able to get an answer

Jordan
17 July 2024
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