Subway Accident Lawyer

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Thousands of commuters travel in subways everyday in New York , as they are one of the most efficient and convenient ways of public transport. They are preferred by most people using mass transit as they are inexpensive and one can reach his destination fast without worrying about city traffic. Though subway accidents are rare, when they do occur they cause life altering injuries and even death. If you or a loved one has been injured in a subway accident, contact the Law Offices of Tanya Gendelman PC, as we may be able to help you recover financially for your losses.

Collision with another train, mechanical defects like faulty brakes, improper track maintenance, driver fatigue and driver negligence are some of the causes of subway accidents. Since the subways move at high speeds, and have no restraints like in personal vehicles, subway accidents are often fatal or can inflict terrible injuries that can cause problem throughout a person’s life.

If you or a loved one has been injured then you have the right to be compensated for your suffering from the liable authorities. In New York City, the subway system is governed and maintained by the Metropolitan Transit Authority or MTA. Since MTA is a government body filing a lawsuit involves suing the municipal authority. According to the law there is a specific amount of time called the “statute of limitations” within which you need to commence your case or else your case will have no legal standing. Generally this time period is 90 days from the date of accident and within this time you need to file the claim. Moreover these cases are often complex as they involve government and municipal authorities. For these reasons it is imperative that you talk to a subway accident attorney from our firm at www.WeSettle.com to help you file your claim.

Contact us as soon as possible after the subway accident at the Law Offices of Tanya Gendelman PC and talk to a subway accident attorney at 1-877-WESETTLE (1-877-937-3885). We handle various cases involving subway accidents and may be able to help you and your family to recover from the after effects of this mishap. You can also get a free case evaluation by filling out a form on any page of this website www.WeSettle.com. Time is of the essence in these types of cases. So don't delay and contact us today!