Located in Manhattan and serving clients throughout New York, Jonathan C. Reiter and his experienced team of lawyers and researchers have dedicated their careers to helping people just like you. Call (212) 736-0979 and schedule a free consultation today. Our lawyers take our responsibilities as your New York MTA accident attorney very seriously.
the power to make rules governing the conduct and safety of the public in the use and operation of the transit facilities of those authorities. (b) These rules are established by the New York City Transit Authority and Manhattan and Bronx Surface Transit Operating Authority to promote safety, to facilitate the proper use of the transit
Whatever your situation, a MTA accident lawyer at the personal injury law firm of Raphaelson & Levine is available to help you now. Our accident attorneys will investigate your accident to determine who is responsible for your injury case.
The MTA reform bill amends the New York State Public Authorities Law to add a new “Debarment” Section made effective immediately to apply to all contracts in effect on or after April 12, 2019. The Law requires MTA by regulation to establish a process to debar contrac-tors for five (5) years where it is determined that a
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MTA accidents happen for a wide range of reasons. Some of the most common causes include:
The National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) investigates most MTA accidents. Other government agencies also frequently conduct their own investigations, including the MTA itself. Local and state investigators and police officers also may take part in these investigations.
With over 30 years of experience in personal injury law, attorney Reiter has the background clients need to handle the most complex accident cases. At Jonathan C. Reiter Law Firm, PLLC , you can expect to receive one-on-one attention and unrelenting representation and dedication.
We’re willing to do whatever it takes within ethical and legal bounds to help you get the compensation you rightfully deserve. Remember, you didn’t do anything wrong. Your family shouldn’t have to suffer because of someone else’s mistakes. Take back control. Contact Jonathan C. Reiter Law Firm, PLLC, today.
There are many different types of accidents an MTA injury lawyer will deal with. Many accidents occur in NYC subway stations. In a recent case, a subway rider slipped and fell while walking down a subway station staircase A discarded Metrocard left on the stairs caused the fall. The subway rider suffered a severe fracture to his leg requiring surgery. In cases involving a slip and fall on debris, to avoid fault, the entity responsible for maintaining the premises must show they did everything required to keep the area clean.
The station cleaner testified that discarded Metrocards on the stairwell was a recurring condition. It was common at that specific subway station. He also confirmed that the condition required cleaning. The station cleaner further admitted that he did not always follow the written cleaning schedule. He did not follow the cleaning schedule on the date of the accident. The station cleaner did not know when the staircase was last cleaned. He also did not know the last time it was inspected prior to the accident.
The Metropolitan Transportation Authority. The MTA is a public benefit corporation owned by New York state. The MTA is responsible for public transportation throughout the state’s 12 counties as well as two counties in Connecticut. The MTA consists of commuter rails, the subway, and local and express bus routes.
New York Public Authority Law §1276 sets out several requirements for what is necessary to file suit. For example, you must wait at least 30 days after filing your Notice of Claim with the agency. Like with filing Notice, there are many specific procedural rules you must follow for an MTA lawsuit.
As a New Yorker or visitor, it is natural to rely on the subway and other commuter trains to get around. It can be considerably faster to ride the subway than to drive around the city with its congested traffic. However, NYC train accidents occur for a variety of reasons: 1 Underqualified and poorly trained operators 2 Negligent hiring and retention 3 Negligent engineering 4 Negligent maintenance 5 Brake and system failures 6 Defective train parts
This means that if you were injured in an accident with a train or bus controlled by the MTA or a part of the MTA like the New York City Transit Authority, you must file your Notice of Claim within 90 days from the date of the accident.
American Association for Justice. The AAJ is a nonprofit advocacy and lobbying organization for plaintiff's lawyers in the U.S. with the mission to "promote a fair and effective justice system.".
Any passenger with significant injuries that resulted in medical expenses, time away from work, emotional distress, or other common consequences of an accident can sue the MTA within three years. Our transportation accident lawyer in NYC will evaluate your claim and advise you accordingly.
Every year, millions of New York City residents take the bus, subway, train, or taxi compromising the city’s Metropolitan Transit Authority ( MTA) system. While MTA accidents in NYC are rare, that’s of little comfort when it happens to you or a loved one. MTA accidents can produce anything from a minor injury when you get stuck between ...
Passengers forced to stand on the bus due to lack of seating who sustain serious injuries when the bus stops suddenly and the force throws them to the ground. Serious bus accident injuries occurring when passengers board or disembark from the bus. Although you have three years from the date of injury to file a lawsuit, ...
The New York City Transit Authority operates approximately 4,400 public buses that transport more than 6.5 million people every year. Some common types of bus accidents that result in people contacting an MTA bus accident lawyer include: Crash with another vehicle that causes any type of injury.
Located near Penn Station in New York, NY , our law firm serves Nassau County, Rockland County, Suffolk County, Westchester and all of New York State, including the five boroughs of NYC: Bronx, Brooklyn, Queens, Manhattan, and Staten Island.
Some common causes of subway accidents include: Broken stairs, elevators, or escalators. Defective brakes or other equipment. Door closing on a passenger. Inexperienced driver. Lack of regular maintenance and/or repairs. Negligent security. Slip and fall accident due to obstacles on platform. Speeding driver.
Accidents involving a taxicab are often similar to any other type of car accident. Whether the driver was speeding or operating a defective vehicle doesn’t matter so much as your ability to collect fair compensation for your injuries. Our taxicab accident attorney is available now to provide you with a prompt case evaluation.