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Category: MTA Accidents

Subway Platform Injury Claims in New York

MTA Accidents Subway Accidents

When something goes wrong on a New York subway platform – like a sudden slip, an uneven platform edge, or even a malfunctioning turnstile gate – what happens next can affect your health, income, and peace of mind. You might assume that the Metropolitan Transportation Authority (MTA) automatically picks up the tab. But it’s rarely that simple. That’s why you need a Bronx, NY personal injury lawyer from Macaluso & Fafinski, P.C. Your Claim Isn’t […]

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On April 18, 2025 by No Comments
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NY Train Accidents: How is Negligence Established?

MTA Accidents Subway Accidents Train Accidents

New York has a lot of trains. From the subways in New York City to the commuter rails in other parts of the state, all those trains add up to a lot of tracks – and a lot of opportunities for accidents and injuries to occur. If you are injured in a New York train accident, what can you do? How do you establish who is responsible for the accident so you can get the […]

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On February 17, 2022 by No Comments
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Who Pays When an NYC A-Train Derailment’s Caused by a Homeless Man?

MTA Accidents Public Transportation Accidents

Recently, the “A” train jumped the tracks near Eighth Avenue at Manhattan’s 14th Street station according to CBS News. Three passengers were hurt but no one was killed. Authorities determined that a homeless man, locally known to cause mischief, placed a metal object on the tracks that caused the derailment. This begs the question: When a train is derailed and people do get hurt, who is responsible? How does liability work when trains are involved? […]

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On December 4, 2020 by No Comments
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NY Subway Accidents and the MTA’s Duty of Care

MTA Accidents Public Transportation Accidents Subway Accidents Train Accidents

In a subway system that sees more than five million riders a day, accidents are bound to happen. Earlier this year, one such accident claimed the life of a local pizza maker. The New York Times coverage of this chilling story of a man pulled into the subway tunnel by a train only reignited concerns about the safety of the subway system and questions about the MTA’s duty of care. An Unexplained Accident in Grand […]

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On September 27, 2019 by No Comments
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Top Reasons That New York Subway Accidents Happen

Mass Transit Injuries MTA Accidents Subway Accidents

We’ve all felt a little shaky on the subway. There can be something unnerving about traveling underground. Moreover, as all New Yorkers know, subway accidents aren’t just in the movies. They do happen, and certain risk factors increase your chances of being caught in an unfortunate situation.   Because of this, it’s important to know the risk of hopping on the subway and what causes New York subway accidents. Over 5.7 million people ride our […]

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On July 13, 2018 by No Comments
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MTA Operators Poorly Trained – Could That Impact Your Injury Claim?

Mass Transit Injuries MTA Accidents Personal Injury

When you use public transit in New York, you entrust your safety to MTA operators. However, a recent audit suggests that the MTA may not be as safe as it seems – and that the MTA could be held liable for more injuries. The report gave a failing grade for the training of MTA subway operators and conductors. The audit found that the MTA did not provide sufficient training for new operators. Additionally, it revealed […]

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On April 13, 2018 by No Comments
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Common Bus Injuries That Can Result from Crashes in New York

Bus Accidents Mass Transit Injuries MTA Accidents Personal Injury

Did you hear about the school bus in Brooklyn that overturned back in early January? Eight people – including kids – were rushed to NYU Langone Hospital-Brooklyn and Maimonides Medical Center with what officials said were minor injuries, and an investigation is currently underway. When you hear stories like this, it can make you wonder how safe buses really are and what kinds of injuries can occur when one gets into an accident. Well, as […]

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On February 7, 2018 by No Comments
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Know the Two Types of NYC Public Transportation Accident Lawsuits

Bus Accidents Mass Transit Injuries MTA Accidents Premises Liability Public Transportation Accidents

On Sept. 18, three people were killed and 16 were injured when two buses crashed in Queens at around 6:00 am. One bus was a city bus, the other a tour bus. The city bus was driven by a long-term employee of the MTA. The city bus driver turned right and crashed with the tour bus. During the accident the buses spun, and authorities say that speed may have been a factor. The three victims […]

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On December 7, 2017 by No Comments
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How Far the MTA has Come–and How Far it Must Go

Mass Transit Injuries MTA Accidents Personal Injury

Are you one of the many New Yorkers fed up with the Metropolitan Transportation Authority? As fellow NYC denizens, we completely understand the feeling. You have many good reasons to be. However, since this is the season of thankfulness and forgiveness, we thought it worthwhile to take a look at how far the MTA has come since it was first created. Knowledgeable of their history, we can then more genuinely hold them accountable. After all, […]

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On November 30, 2017 by No Comments
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Long Island Railroad Accident Attorney

Injury Mass Transit Injuries MTA Accidents Personal Injury

New Yorkers rely on trains for fast and easy service not just in the city, but also into the surrounding suburbs. The Metro North and Long Island Railroad, for example, provide travel service to students, workers, and families every day. When trains crash, injuries are possible and the safety of trains is uncertain. In these cases, an experienced Long Island Railroad accident attorney can ensure you receive full financial award. The Train Crash On Saturday, October […]

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On October 10, 2016 by No Comments
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