What to Do After a San Francisco Muni Bus Crash
A Muni bus and a pickup truck were involved in a crash in San Francisco’s Mission District on Wednesday, May 20, 2026. According to KTVU, the crash happened just after 4 p.m. near Mission Street and 22nd Street.
Three people were injured. Two people were taken by ambulance to local hospitals for non-life-threatening injuries, and another person was assessed at the scene but declined ambulance transport. SFPD is investigating the crash.
Bus crashes involving public transportation can raise important questions about what happened, who may be responsible, and what deadlines may apply if an injured person wants to bring a claim.
Legal Insights by Emile A. Davis
In California, claims against public entities, such as the San Francisco Municipal Transportation Agency (“SF Muni”), are subject to strict pre-lawsuit requirements under the California Government Claims Act. Before filing a lawsuit for personal injury or wrongful death damages, an injured person must first present a written government claim to the public entity. Generally, this claim must be presented within six months of the date of injury. (Gov. Code § 910 et seq.) The claim must contain specific information, including the date, place, and circumstances of the incident, as well as a description of the injuries or losses claimed. Failure to timely present a compliant claim may bar the lawsuit entirely.
Bus crashes involving public transportation agencies can raise important questions about liability, evidence, injuries, and strict filing deadlines. Anyone injured in a San Francisco Muni crash or another public transportation accident should understand that claims involving government entities may move differently than other personal injury cases. To learn more about your rights after a serious crash, contact Dolan Law Firm or visit our pages on personal injury, bus accidents, and car accidents.
