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The Bus Strike Affecting Your Commute? 3 Tips to Get To Work Safely

January 15, 2016 By John Torgenson

The Phoenix bus strike has been affecting many travelers lately as it enters its seventh day. Riders have had to find different ways to work, school, and/or to run errands. A change of routine causes people to take alternative routes and travel in unfamiliar areas. If your schedule has been affected by the bus strike here are some tips for other transportation options as well as ways to stay safe if you are taking different routes.

Know Your Safest Route to Work. For many people, the change of routine with the bus strike has made them take different routes to work. Be sure to map out the new route you are going to take and travel cautiously. Give yourself extra time to get to your destination.

Try Other Forms Of Transportation. If you happen to live near a light rail stop you can still ride those as they come every 12 minutes. If that is not an accessible option for you, try carpooling with a co-worker or visit valleymetro.org for carpool and van information. If all else fails you can call a taxi or arrange an Uber.

Work From Home. If your employer allows it, try working from home a few days to cut back on the costs of taking an Uber or taxi to and from work every day.

Call Torgenson Law to Schedule a Free Consultation

The bus strikes are inconvenient for everyone involved so be sure you minimize the amount of problems this may cause you by following these tips. If you do happen to have a personal injury matter while traveling to your workplace or school you will need aggressive lawyers. Give Torgenson Law a call today at (602) 759–0012.

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John Torgenson

John Torgenson is a highly experienced personal injury lawyer with over 20 years of practice in Arizona. He earned his Bachelor’s degree from the University of Utah and his Juris Doctor from Notre Dame. John has a proven track record of securing substantial verdicts and settlements, including an $8.25 million recovery for a gunshot injury victim. His expertise has earned him AVVO ratings and recognition as a Super Lawyer.

John is also a sought-after lecturer on personal injury law, sharing his extensive knowledge with peers and aspiring attorneys. Beyond his legal practice, John is an avid golfer and actively supports organizations like the Military Assistance Mission, Arizona School for the Arts, Page Balloon Regatta, University of Arizona Foundation, Junior Achievement of Arizona, and the Tim Huff Pro Bono Golf Classic.

Passionate about advocating for injury victims, John dedicates his career to battling insurance companies and corporate interests, ensuring that the rights of those who are hurt are vigorously defended.