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About Subway Accidents And Injuries

New York City is known for having the largest public transportation system in the world, and the majority of these transportation systems are run by government authorities. The New York City Transit Authority is responsible for 468 stations of operation and has delivered over 1.64 billion rides in 2011 alone. With the staggering number of traffic flowing through the subways daily, it is no surprise there are a large number of accidents that take place every year.

Have you been injured in a serious subway accident? You can turn to the New York City injury lawyers at The Law Office of Richard M. Kenny for help with filing a claim and seeking compensation for your injuries. Generally speaking, the laws of the state of New York provide that the Surface Transit Operating Authority or the Transit Authority will be held legally responsible for any negligence in the operation or maintenance of the train and bus systems. This means these authorities are required to exercise reasonable care in providing passengers with a safe ride, and they will be held accountable when this doesn’t happen.

Types Of NYC Subway Accidents

The most common type of subway accidents is trip-and-fall incidents that occur on the platforms of the subway. If you have tripped and suffered an injury, you must be careful to document the reason and location for the fall. This information will be a critical factor in filing an injury claim, and you must have precise information that proves the real cause of your fall. For example, it is not enough to say you fell walking down the stairs unless you can point out the direct location and the defect that could have caused the accident.

Pinpointing the cause and location of your accident can be difficult and may require the assistance of the Transit Police. After the accident occurs, you should not attempt to move unless you are in immediate danger. Instead, you should call paramedics or police and obtain the names and numbers of witnesses who were nearby. If you cannot identify a specific reason for your fall, you will probably not be successful in filing an injury claim with the Transit Authority. When a fall and injury occur in the subway because a pipe is leaking and caused a puddle, you may be able to seek compensation.

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Filing A Subway Accident Claim In NYC

One of the most important things to know is you must file a notice of claim within 90 days of your accident, or it will be automatically denied. It is therefore important that you seek legal counsel and representation immediately after your accident occurs. When you call a New York City subway accident attorney at our firm, we will automatically go to work to gather evidence that pertains to your case. Our skilled legal team works quickly and effectively on behalf of our clients, and we are prepared to help you through your injury case with minimal stress for you. Call today and schedule a consultation with a personal injury lawyer who truly cares about you.

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