NYC Subway Accident Lawyer
Fighting for injured MTA passengers throughout New York City
Experienced NYC Subway Accident Representation
New York City's subway system is the largest in the United States, transporting over 5 million passengers daily across 472 stations. While the MTA provides essential transportation, subway accidents causing serious injuries are far too common—from platform falls to train collisions, door injuries, and escalator malfunctions.
Subway accident claims against the MTA involve unique legal challenges. The MTA is a government entity with special protections, strict filing deadlines, and teams of lawyers defending claims. You have only 90 days to file a Notice of Claim—missing this deadline can destroy your case forever.
Gammons Injury and Malpractice Lawyers, P.C. has extensive experience handling subway accident cases against the MTA. We understand the complex procedural requirements, investigate accidents thoroughly, and fight aggressively for injured passengers' rights. Time is critical—contact us immediately after a subway accident.
Common Types of Subway Accidents
Platform Accidents
Slips, trips, and falls on subway platforms due to wet surfaces, debris, poor lighting, or overcrowding
Train Door Injuries
Passengers injured by closing subway doors, caught clothing or limbs, or defective door mechanisms
Sudden Stops and Starts
Passengers thrown and injured by abrupt acceleration, braking, or train movements
Platform-Train Gap Accidents
Passengers falling into gaps between platforms and trains during boarding or exiting
Escalator and Elevator Accidents
Injuries from malfunctioning escalators, elevators, or poor maintenance in subway stations
Third Rail Electrocution
Serious injuries or death from contact with electrified third rail on subway tracks
How the MTA Can Be Held Liable
Inadequate Maintenance
Failure to maintain platforms, trains, escalators, elevators, tracks, signals, or other subway infrastructure in safe working condition.
Dangerous Conditions
Wet or slippery platforms, debris, poor lighting, broken handrails, overcrowding, or other hazardous conditions that the MTA knew or should have known about.
Negligent Train Operation
Train operator errors including excessive speed, sudden stops, failure to follow safety protocols, or inadequate training.
Defective Equipment
Malfunctioning doors, brakes, signals, escalators, elevators, or other equipment that causes passenger injuries.
Inadequate Security
Failure to provide adequate security leading to assaults, muggings, or other criminal acts against passengers.
Insufficient Staffing
Inadequate personnel to monitor conditions, assist passengers, or respond to emergencies.
What to Do After a Subway Accident
Report the Accident Immediately
Notify MTA personnel, station agents, or train conductors immediately. Request an official incident report and get a copy.
Seek Medical Attention
Get immediate medical care. Even if injuries seem minor, see a doctor—some injuries appear later. Medical records are crucial evidence.
Document Everything
Take photos of the accident scene, hazardous conditions, your injuries, and get witness contact information if possible.
Preserve Evidence
Keep all medical records, prescriptions, bills, incident reports, and any correspondence with the MTA.
Contact an Attorney IMMEDIATELY
You have only 90 days to file a Notice of Claim against the MTA. Missing this deadline destroys your case. Call an experienced attorney right away.
WARNING: The 90-day deadline to file a Notice of Claim is strictly enforced. Do not wait. Contact an attorney immediately after your subway accident to protect your rights.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I sue the MTA for a subway accident?
Yes, you can sue the MTA (Metropolitan Transportation Authority) for injuries caused by negligence. However, claims against the MTA have strict procedural requirements. You must file a Notice of Claim within 90 days of the accident, and the lawsuit must be filed within one year and 90 days. These deadlines are much shorter than typical personal injury cases, so immediate legal action is essential.
What are common causes of subway accidents in NYC?
Common causes include platform accidents (slips, trips, falls), train derailments, sudden stops causing passenger injuries, overcrowded platforms, inadequate maintenance, defective equipment, gaps between trains and platforms, door malfunctions, track debris, signal failures, and negligent train operation.
What if I slipped and fell on a subway platform?
If you slipped and fell on a subway platform due to wet floors, debris, poor lighting, or inadequate maintenance, the MTA may be liable. The MTA has a duty to keep stations reasonably safe. You'll need to prove the MTA knew or should have known about the dangerous condition and failed to fix it or warn passengers.
How long do I have to report a subway accident?
Report the accident to MTA personnel immediately and get an incident report. Seek medical attention right away. You must file a formal Notice of Claim with the MTA within 90 days of the accident. Missing this deadline can permanently bar your claim, so contact an attorney immediately.
What compensation can I recover from a subway accident?
You may recover medical expenses, future medical care, lost wages, loss of earning capacity, pain and suffering, permanent disability, scarring or disfigurement, and in wrongful death cases, funeral expenses and loss of companionship. The amount depends on injury severity and the circumstances of the accident.
Why Choose Gammons Injury and Malpractice Lawyers, P.C.?
MTA Claims Experience
We understand the unique procedural requirements, strict deadlines, and legal complexities of suing the MTA.
Immediate Action
We act quickly to meet the 90-day Notice of Claim deadline, investigate accidents, and preserve evidence before it disappears.
Thorough Investigation
We obtain MTA incident reports, surveillance footage, maintenance records, and witness statements to build strong cases.
No Fees Unless We Win
We work on a contingency fee basis—you pay nothing unless we recover compensation for you.
Injured in a Subway Accident? Call NOW
Time is critical. You have only 90 days to file a claim against the MTA. Contact us immediately for a free consultation. Available Available 24/7.