Subways are synonymous with New York commuters, and trains are also a common mode of travel throughout the northeast. Although other cities have subways, New York has the largest system in the world. While most trains are dedicated to freight, there are still commuter trains that transport people across town and across the country.
While most people take the train or the subway without a second thought, the truth is that accidents do still occur on both. When a train or a subway car has an accident, it can be devastating for everyone involved.
New York City subways transport from one to three million riders every day, and 1 billion riders per year. Today’s New York City subway is one of the most efficient mass transit systems in the world. The Metropolitan Transit Authority (MTA) operates 6,418 subway cars on a 24-hour basis (some lines run less at night than during daylight hours.)
Keeping New York’s subways running is a monumental task. After more than 100 years in operation, MTA understands what needs to happen on a day-to-day basis.
But even with all that experience, people are still injured on New York City subways every year. Many of these injuries are serious and will require ongoing medical care.
The New York City Transit Authority (NYCTA), an organization run by the MTA, is required to maintain the subways system After that it is doing safely. Sure, for everyone who uses it. Most often delete that. Frequently, these accidents are the result. Of negligence. And failed to maintain the subway, cars, platforms, stations, as well as the staircases leading down into the subway.
Sometimes an accident on a subway is nothing more than embarrassing. Other times you may end up with a bruise or a bump. But a serious subway accident or crash can lead to more severe injuries, such as:
As with any personal injury lawsuit, New York requires that you file within three years of the date of the accident. Otherwise, you will lose your right to collect compensation.
However, if your accident is due to negligence on the part of MTA or NYCTA, it’s important that you act quickly because he will only have 90 days to file a notice of claim. This notifies is the city that you intend to pursue a claim for your injuries, and possibly a lawsuit. Once filed, you will have one year after the 90 days. To file your lawsuit. Against. The MTA.
Similarly, train accidents. Can leave. A victim with severe and debilitating injuries. If a train is traveling at 50 miles an hour, it will need approximately 1.5 miles to come to a complete stop. A train in motion always appears to go slower than it’s moving. Each year, over 500 people are killed in highway-rail crashes, and more when a major train accident occurs.
Train companies are responsible for not only the safe operation of any train, where the passenger or freight, they are also responsible for the maintenance and upkeep of cars, as well as train tracks, ensuring that employees are properly trained and instructed, and for the safety of everyone riding the train.
Unfortunately, That’s not always the case.
After a train accident, expenses such as medical and hospital bills, lost wages, property expenses, and others add up quickly. At the same time, your income stops because you will not be working while you convalesce. Compensation will help you recover these expenses, but you’ll need the help of a skilled and experienced accident attorney.
Individuals who have been through a train accident have also experienced trauma and injuries that are more severe. These injuries are expensive and can also prevent you from working for a period or lead to permanent disability.
When you work with an experienced accident attorney, you will have an advocate. Who will work to protect your legal rights, investigate your case, and fight to get you the maximum compensation available so you can concentrate on your recovery?
Training subway companies also have considerable resources at their disposal. After an accident, it’s not uncommon for the cause of the accident to be quickly repaired and disappear. These companies have teams of lawyers working for them to ensure that your claim is either denied completely or settled for a slow as possible. Their insurance companies are working overtime to make sure you don’t get what you need to heal and move forward.
An attorney will work to protect your interests and ensure that your case is thoroughly investigated so that you are able to receive the maximum compensation available.
People who have experienced a train or subway accident may wonder if they have any legal recourse. The answer is yes, they do. But you won’t know this until you speak with a personal injury attorney who still understands these types of accidents.
If you are a loved one have been injured while utilizing mass transit on your commute or during another kind of trip, contact our train and subway accident attorneys to explore your options. We encourage you to get in contact quickly and avoid waiting too long. If you file a claim or a lawsuit after the statute of limitations has expired, you will lose your opportunity to recover compensation.
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