Have you or a loved one suffered injuries from a New York subway accident?

In New York, the subway is easily the most widely used form of public transportation. According to the MTA, more than 1.7 billion people ride the subway annually.

With so many passengers using the subway each day, the MTA has a duty of care to protect their riders. Sometimes, however, they do not fulfill their commitment and this negligence leads to subway accidents.

People can be seriously injured or even killed in subway accidents.

Some of the common types of accidents that can occur in subways include:

• Subway derailment
• Slip and falls
• Subway collisions
• Injured or caught in the door
• Sudden stops causing falls
• Injuries due to broken hand bars or seats
• Assault in the train car
• Trips due to inadequate lighting

Although it may seem difficult to file a claim against the Metropolitan Transportation Authority (MTA), it’s not impossible. Some tips for filing a claim:

• Seek immediate medical attention for your injuries.
• Consult with a personal injury attorney immediately.
• File your claim within 90 days of your accident.
• Keep notes on the accident. (Such as when, where, and how the accident occurred)
• Ask witnesses for written accounts of the accident to support your claims.

If you were injured in a New York subway accident because of the negligence of another party, you may be able to bring a claim against that party for compensation for medical expenses, lost wages, pain and suffering, and other damages.

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