Transit Accident Attorney Manhattan - Subway, Train & Rail Injury Claims
Subway and Underground Transit Accidents
Commuter Rail and Train Accidents
Light Rail and Streetcar Accidents
Station and Platform Safety
Pursuing Your Transit Accident Claim
Frequently Asked Questions
How quickly must I file a claim against the transit authority in Manhattan?
What if I was injured because the train stopped suddenly?
Can I sue if I was pushed on a crowded platform?
What if I was attacked in a subway station?
I slipped and fell in the station. Do I have a case?
What compensation can I receive for a transit accident?
What if the transit worker says it was my fault?
Notable Cases
Subway Platform Fall - $2.1 Million Settlement
Outcome: Secured $2.1 million settlement after proving chronic drainage problems and inadequate "wet floor" warnings.
Significance: Case established transit authority's duty to address known platform hazards and provide adequate warnings during peak hours.
Train Door Malfunction - $1.8 Million Verdict
Outcome: Jury awarded $1.8 million finding faulty door sensors and operator negligence.
Significance: Verdict emphasized importance of proper door safety systems and operator training to prevent passenger injuries.
Escalator Collapse Injuries - $3.2 Million Settlement
Outcome: Obtained $3.2 million global settlement for injured passengers, proving poor maintenance and ignored safety warnings.
Significance: Case highlighted transit authorities' non-delegable duty to maintain safe station equipment regardless of third-party maintenance contracts.
Key Statistics
50
Transit-Related Fatalities Annually in Major U.S. Cities
Source: Federal Transit Administration
2023
40%
Percentage of Transit Injuries Occurring in Stations vs. Vehicles
Source: American Public Transportation Association
2023
3,000
Reported Transit Injuries Annually in New York Metro Area
Source: Metropolitan Transportation Authority
2023
65%
Percentage of Platform Accidents During Peak Commute Hours
Source: National Transit Database
2023
Complete Guide to Transit Accident Claims in Manhattan
Sources & Citations
Federal Transit Administration Safety Regulations
Source: U.S. Department of Transportation
Common Carrier Duty of Care Standards
Source: Cornell Law School Legal Information Institute
Rail Transit Safety Statistics and Analysis
Source: American Public Transportation Association