New York I-90 Tour Bus Crash: What Victims’ Families Need to Know About Their Legal Rights

VB Attorneys’ Experience in Catastrophic Bus Crashes

The deadly tour bus crash on I-90 near Buffalo, New York, is eerily similar to cases VB Attorneys has successfully litigated in the past. In the landmark Greyhound Ulman case in Pennsylvania, our attorneys exposed negligence and secured a multimillion-dollar verdict for families after a catastrophic bus accident.

With decades of experience and Board Certification in Personal Injury Trial Law by the Texas Board of Legal Specialization — a distinction held by fewer than 2% of Texas lawyers — VB Attorneys has built a national reputation for holding bus companies accountable when lives are lost due to negligence.

A Tragic Crash on I-90 in Upstate New York

On August 22, 2025, a tour bus traveling eastbound on Interstate 90 in Pembroke, near Buffalo, overturned while returning from Niagara Falls. According to New York State Police, five people tragically lost their lives and dozens were injured after the bus lost control, crossed into the median, overcorrected, and rolled into a ditch.

The victims have been identified as:

• Shankar Kumar Jha, 65, of Madhu Bani, India
• Pinki Changrani, 60, of East Brunswick, New Jersey
• Xie Hongzhuo, 22, of Beijing, China (Columbia University student)
• Zhang Xiaolan, 55, of Jersey City, New Jersey
• Jian Mingli, 56, of Jersey City, New Jersey

Dozens of passengers ranging from ages 1 to 74 were treated for injuries across several hospitals in the Buffalo and Rochester regions.

Who May Be Legally Responsible in a Bus Crash?

Investigators believe the driver became distracted and lost control. While the New York State Police and National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) continue their investigation, several parties may be held legally responsible, including:

• The bus driver – for distraction or negligent operation
• The bus company (M & Y Tour, Inc.) – for possible safety failures, driver training, or scheduling issues that contributed to the crash
• Insurance companies – who may attempt to minimize or deny claims
  
  

Why Families Need to Act Quickly

Evidence from crashes like this can disappear quickly. Tour bus companies and their insurers often act fast to protect themselves, not the victims. Families deserve answers and accountability. An experienced legal team can:

• Preserve key evidence from the crash site and bus
• Identify all potential responsible parties
• File wrongful death or injury claims on behalf of victims
• Secure compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and pain and suffering
  
  

VB Attorneys’ Experience in Bus Crash Litigation

At VB Attorneys, our nationally recognized trial lawyers have successfully represented families in catastrophic bus crash cases, including the Greyhound Ulman case, resulting in multimillion-dollar verdicts. Our attorneys are Board Certified in Personal Injury Trial Law by the Texas Board of Legal Specialization, a distinction held by fewer than 2% of attorneys in Texas.

We understand how devastating these tragedies are — and how hard bus companies will fight to avoid responsibility.

Free Consultation for Families Affected by the I-90 Crash

If you or a loved one was injured or killed in the New York I-90 tour bus crash, Contact VB Attorneys today. Our attorneys fight for families nationwide and can provide the guidance you need in this difficult time.

📞 Call (713) 224-7800 for a free consultation — no fee unless we win.