Antonio Bosotina, 21, Died in Collision With School Bus Carrying Hicksville School District Middle Schoolers on Old Country Road
HICKSVILLE, NEW YORK (January 14, 2026) – A 21-year-old motorcyclist identified as Antonio Bosotina has tragically died in a Hicksville school bus accident along Old Country Road.
Nassau County officials are saying that the accident took place on Tuesday morning. Antonio Bosotina was operating a 2020 Kawasaki motorcycle heading eastbound on Old Country Road when he was hit by a school bus.
The exact circumstances of the collision remain unknown at this time. Paramedics were called to the scene of the accident to help the victim.
Antonio Bosotina was transported to a nearby hospital with major injuries. Sadly, he was later pronounced dead at the hospital.
Hicksville Superintendent Ted Fulton said that the school district is cooperating with authorities. The school district will also be offering support services for students and staff.
A full investigation into the deadly Hicksville school bus accident remains ongoing at this time.
Liability for Nassau County School Bus Accidents
School buses in New York are considered common carriers and must operate their vehicles with a great deal of care to avoid causing harm. Bus drivers should be particularly cautious when making turns at intersections. Pursuant to NY Veh & Traf L § 1141, “The driver of a vehicle intending to turn to the left within an intersection or into an alley, private road, or driveway shall yield the right of way to any vehicle approaching from the opposite direction which is within the intersection or so close as to constitute an immediate hazard.” Several factors make school buses particularly dangerous for smaller vehicles.
- Weight: School buses can weigh tens of thousands of pounds and pose a serious hazard to other vehicles even at lower speeds.
- Turning Radius: School buses have a wide turning radius, which can increase the odds of a side impact collision.
- Blind Spots: School buses have large blind spots that can completely obscure the presence of a pedestrian and smaller vehicles.
- Maneuverability: School buses are long and top-heavy, which can make them difficult to maneuver in a variety of settings. They also take substantially longer to bring to a safe stop in the event of an emergency.
If a school bus driver pulls into the path of a motorcycle or fails to slow down to avoid a collision, this could be construed as negligence. The bus driver involved in the collision could also be held at fault. What matters is the circumstances leading up to the collision. Unfortunately, bus drivers and their employers will virtually never accept any responsibility for a collision. This is why it is so important that these incidents are adequately reviewed by an outside party.
Third-Party Liability for Nassau County School Bus Accidents
School buses can typically be very safe for their passengers. But they can pose a number of unique hazards for pedestrians and those in smaller vehicles. According to the National Safety Council, “From 2014 to 2023, about 71% of the deaths in school bus-related crashes were occupants of vehicles other than the school bus, and 16% were pedestrians. About 6% were school bus passengers, 4% were school bus drivers, and 3% were pedalcyclists.” There could be several sources of liability for any school bus accident.
- School District: A school district could be liable for a school bus accident if the driver involved was their employee. Generally speaking, employers can be liable for the wrongful actions of their workers who were operating within the course and scope of their job duties.
- Private Bus Company: A private bus company could also bear some liability for a school bus crash. In some cases, school buses are owned and operated by private companies and contract with school districts.
- Bus Manufacturer: The company that manufactured a school bus could be liable for a collision if it was the result of some type of malfunction or defect with the school bus. For example, the brakes or tires on a bus may have caused a driver to lose control.
- Municipal Entity: Municipal entities like a city or county could be liable for a school bus accident if it was caused by a dangerous condition on public property. For example, overgrown foliage at an intersection may have obstructed a driver’s line of sight and made collisions at a certain intersection more likely.
Bus accidents can be very complex events. The factors that contribute to any collision could take place hours, days, or weeks beforehand. It is important that there is a thorough investigation into any serious injury or fatal collision so that all responsible parties can be identified. The victims of these accidents are protected by a number of laws. In particular, the family of any person who died due to the negligent actions of a school bus driver may be able to pursue some measure of transparency and accountability through a wrongful death claim.
Investigating Nassau County School Bus Accidents
We at Richmond Vona extend our deepest condolences to the family of Antonio Bosotina. Any person who may have more information about what happened should reach out to the police. It is our sincere hope that steps are taken to make this particular stretch of road safer. Several questions still need to be answered. What were the actions of the bus driver leading up to the crash? Is there a history of accidents at this intersection?
Do you need more information about a Nassau County school bus accident? Our team of bus accident investigators is here for you. We are committed to helping victims understand their rights and holding school districts accountable for their negligence. Whether you just have legal questions or need a free, independent investigation into any particular accident, we may be able to assist you. You can reach out to us anytime at 716-500-5678.
