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Old 02-01-05 | 07:34 AM
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You definitely should complain, but I think the your letter was a little harsh toward the company. The harshness to the bus company may not be warranted because they might just take your complaint seriously. This driver may just be reckless and someone they want to get rid of. If you haven't already sent it, think about toning down the attacks on the company.

In any case, let us know the response. If the response is inadequate, you should look into the procedure for filing a complaint with law enforcement. As you describe them, the driver's actions might be attempted vehicular assault, assualt, reckless driving, or improper passing.

Of course, threatening criminal charges is a good way to shut down any possible dialog.


P.S. I think bus drivers are, generally, some of the safest on the road. That's because, as this incident demonstrates, buses are numbered and run on regular routes, so the drivers lack the anonymity most cagers have. When drivers misbehave, motorists or cyclists can complain. For liability reasons, bus companies have to take complaints seriously. And notice, the liability system creates a strong incentive to act the RIGHT way.

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