Joseph, a 5-year-old kindergartener, was fatally struck by a school bus while returning home from the UP Academy Dorchester in Hyde Park. The driver, Jean Charles, had an expired school bus certification at the time of the accident. His family is suing Transdev for alleged negligence in hiring and training. Reports indicate that Charles hit two parked cars before striking Joseph, who attempted to cross the street in front of the bus. Witnesses included family members, causing emotional distress to the family as well.
Joseph was a student at the UP Academy Dorchester. He was hit by the bus on his way home from school on Washington Street in April.
Transdev, the district's transportation contractor, quickly placed Jean Charles, the bus driver, on leave after the deadly incident.
Transdev has faced at least 15 personal injury claims since it began managing BPS buses in 2013, indicating a concerning pattern of negligence.
The lawsuit alleges that before Charles fatally struck Joseph, he hit two parked cars and failed to report the incident to his supervisor.
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