Are you entitled to a safe subway and train ride? Who is liable if you’re injured in a subway accident in New York?

What steps can you take if you’re injured in a subway accident and want to get your life back on track?

Subway riders have a right to expect to be transported safely to their destinations. Subway operators and their parent companies have an obligation to safely transport their riders.

If a subway operator or the parent company acts negligently and causes an accident that harms riders, employees, or pedestrians, then they may be liable for any injuries incurred.

Injured parties may sue the operator and the parent company for negligence. If the subway company and or their employees are found negligent, the company may be ordered to compensate the injured party for their medical expenses, lost wages, and pain and suffering.

Subway or train accidents can be catastrophic and can result in serious and life-threatening injuries. Subway commuters or pedestrians can even be killed due to unsafe conditions.

Examples of subway accidents:

• Train derailment
• Subway fire
• Slip and falls
• Train crashes and collisions

Examples of reasons for accidents:

• Improper operator training
• Lack of operator communication
• Impaired or distracted operator
• Failure to maintain safe track
• Unsafe train conditions
• Inadequate or defective equipment
• Lack of inspections
• Excessive train speed

In order to successfully litigate these types of cases, it’s important for the injured party to find an experienced personal injury attorney with knowledge of the laws, regulations and codes pertaining to transportation accidents.

A knowledgeable attorney can prepare a strong case by conducting an investigation, collecting evidence and gathering witness testimony. They will be able to assess the financial impact of the accident on their client and fight for reasonable compensation.

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