NYC Subway Accident Attorneys Who Will Fight To Get You Compensated For Your Injuries In New York
At first glance, a subway is simple — it’s a train that runs through a tunnel in New York City. Most of the time, the train consists of several connecting cars that contain durable seats, as well as poles and straps for people to hold onto when the train is full. But a subway also requires several other systems that riders cannot always see. In some subway systems, the trains themselves are extremely complex. Unfortunately, the features that make subway systems stand out the most are also the factors which contribute significantly to accidents and serious injuries to passengers.
The number of NYC subway stations, the aging infrastructure, and the volume of passengers (more than six million on some days) create conditions that lend themselves to accidents and injuries. When those injuries are the result of another person’s negligence, victims should find out whether they are eligible to seek compensation. Schedule a free initial consultation at the New York City personal injury law firm of Proner & Proner to discuss your NYC subway accident case and to learn how the firm builds strong cases seeking maximum compensation on behalf of clients. Call us today or fill out the online contact form to get started.
Causes Of Subway Accidents In NYC
If you were injured while riding the subway in New York City, you owe it to yourself to get sound legal advice about your legal options. Attorney Mitchell Proner understands the challenges of filing claims and lawsuits against public agencies such as the MTA and other negligent parties. He represents clients after they were injured because of:
- Poor maintenance on subway cars.
- Slippery floors and platforms.
- Damaged or crumbling stairs and platforms.
- Broken or weak handrails on stairs.
- Malfunctions to escalators and elevators.
- Damaged or malfunctioning emergency equipment.
- Drivers under the influence of alcohol or drugs.
- Doors closing on passengers.
When Attorney Mitchell Proner can show that such incidents were the result of negligence, the injured person may be able to file a personal injury claim in pursuit of compensation for medical and surgical bills, income loss, therapy and rehab, and pain and suffering. He also files wrongful death claims on behalf of those whose loved one died in a subway accident.
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New York City subway accidents can result in catastrophic damage to passengers, such as head and brain injuries, broken bones, lacerations, and internal injuries. One of the factors in a personal injury lawsuit is the extent to which the injuries affected your life. Attorney, Mitchell Proner works with medical experts and economists to translate a client’s losses and damages into a dollar amount. This ensures that clients who win claims after NYC subway accidents receive the full amount of compensation available under the law.
If you were injured in a subway accident in NYC or anywhere else in New York, call Proner & Proner now for a free initial consultation. You may also fill out the online contact form.
Attorney Mitchell Proner serves clients throughout New York State and Connecticut. He also handles cases throughout the United States.
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Here’s what some of our clients have to say about us!
Got into a motorcycle accident and went to Proner&Proner. I received great services and excellent results, I would definitively recommend the services. It was a great experience for me, A++ attorneys.
When I felt I needed legal support after a motorcycle accident, I sought out an attorney who was a motorcyclist as well. Fortunately, I found Mr. Proner. The concern I received was a comfort. The firm’s contact with me while working on my behalf was reassuring and the results certainly made a bad experience easier to put behind me. My gratitude to Proner & Proner.
Mitchell Proner is an amazing and very experienced trial lawyer, who takes care of his clients. He represented me in a car accident case, kept me very informed during the lengthy legal process and got me the settlement that I expected. His friendly office staff was always willing to assist and answer any questions I had. I recommend Mitchell Proner to all my friends and family!
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Frequently Asked Questions About NYC Motor Vehicle Accident Claims
It depends on the type of accident involved. Potentially responsible parties may include:
– Your own insurance company,
– The at-fault driver,
– A company that owned the other vehicle,
– The public transit authorities,
– A company that manufactured or designed a defective vehicle part,
– A company responsible for maintaining the vehicle that caused the accident,
– A property owner that maintained their property negligently,
– A government entity for negligently maintaining the roads.
Many people in NYC are injured in bike accidents, taxi accidents, bus accidents and other types of road accidents where they weren’t even driving a motor vehicle. You might not even have car insurance. In some cases, such as subway or bus accidents, the public transportation authority may even be responsible for your accident. Timelines might be much shorter for filing a claim than if you were injured in a simple car accident. Commercial insurance policies with higher coverage limits might be involved—which usually means the insurance company will fight even harder to avoid responsibility. Our lawyers can help you understand the specific laws that apply based on the type of motor vehicle accident involved.
View our “New York City Car Accident” page for more information.
Motor Vehicle Accidents Verdicts & Settlements
Proner & Proner’s experienced car accident attorneys win big verdicts and settlements for seriously injured clients. In some cases, clients have won millions of dollars in compensation. Some of our major cases are listed below.
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In The Press
Hit and Run
Attorney Mitchell Proner was on hand when the motorist accused of hitting a female jogger on a road in Central Islip appeared in a New York courtroom to answer charges of leaving the scene of a fatal accident. 
Ferry Disaster
Attorney Mitchell Proner, an experienced maritime law attorney, spoke about the similarities between the Costa Concordia ferry disaster and the recent Indonesian ferry accident that killed at least 24 people. 
Road Rage Incident
Mitchell Proner spoke in support of NYC motorcycle riders and called on NY lawmakers and police not to overreact to a highly publicized road rage incident or to let that incident cast all motorcyclists in a bad light. Office Location
Even though the firm has successfully represented clients from five continents and over 30 jurisdictions, Proner & Proner serves New York personal injury clients in all five boroughs from our office in Midtown Manhattan.
