School Bus Crash Injures Five Near Meadow Grove, NE
Meadow Grove, NE (October 31, 2026) – A school bus driver and four children were taken to hospitals after a crash near Meadow Grove on Friday, October 30.
According to the
Madison County Sheriff’s Office, an Elkhorn Valley School bus carrying five children collided with a gravel truck at 834th Road and 539th Avenue. The 69-year-old bus driver was taken to Faith Health with severe injuries.
One child with serious injuries was later moved to Children’s Hospital in Omaha, and three others were treated for suspected minor injuries at Boone County Health Center.
The gravel truck driver and one child were seen at the scene and released.
The Madison County Sheriff’s Office is investigating the cause of the crash.
We hope the bus driver and the injured children make a full and steady recovery.
What Should I Do If My Child Was Injured in a School Bus Crash Near Meadow Grove, NE?
If your child was injured in a school bus crash near Meadow Grove, you should have a doctor check them, even if their injuries appear minor. You should also keep copies of their medical records. These steps can help document their injuries and support a claim for compensation.
Because some symptoms take time to show up, your child may not complain about pain right away. Younger children may also have trouble explaining where or how much they hurt. Head, neck, and back injuries can become more noticeable in the days following a crash.
To document what happened, keep records of your child’s appointments and follow-up visits. You should also note any school days they miss because of their injuries. These records can help show how the crash has affected their health and everyday life.
Depending on what led to the accident, the driver, the company that owns the gravel truck, or the school district could be responsible. If a public school district is involved, special rules may apply to your child’s claim.
In claims involving children, Nebraska courts often review settlements before approving them. This helps make sure the money is handled properly and remains available for your child’s needs.
Under Nebraska law, you generally have four years to file a personal injury lawsuit. However, claims against a public school district usually require written notice within one year and have shorter filing deadlines. Some deadlines may be extended for children, but starting the process early can help you avoid missing important dates.
When a school bus and a commercial truck are both involved, more than one party may share responsibility. A
personal injury lawyer can look into each party’s role, request the company and school district records, and meet the deadlines for claims against a public district.
At Harris & Associates, we help families across Nebraska after crashes involving children. We answer your questions and explain how the claim process works for your child.
A school bus crash involving your child can leave your family managing hospital visits and insurance calls at once. Call Harris & Associates at (402) 397-1202 to talk about what happened and the steps that may come next.
Note: This post is based on information obtained from publicly available secondary sources. While we strive to ensure the accuracy of the information presented, Harris & Associates, P.C, L.L.O has not independently verified all details of the incident reported. If you notice any inaccuracies or missing information, please contact Harris & Associates, P.C, L.L.O so we can promptly review and update the content.
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