MTA Accident Lawyer in Nassau County

Millions of people on Long Island and throughout New York ride the subways, commuter trains, and buses operated by the Metropolitan Transportation Authority (MTA). Unfortunately, some people sustain injuries in accidents involving subways, subway stations, and train stations operated by the MTA.

If you have suffered an injury caused by an MTA vehicle or a dangerous condition in an MTA station, you may have a right to seek compensation by filing an injury claim or lawsuit. However, since the MTA is a government entity, there are additional legal hurdles accident victims must clear to pursue compensation. You should seek knowledgeable legal guidance.

Contact The Tadchiev Law Firm, P.C., for a free consultation with an experienced MTA accident lawyer serving Nassau County. During the initial meeting, we’ll review the details of your transit accident, explain your options for seeking compensation, and answer your questions about the legal process.

Why Choose The Tadchiev Law Firm, P.C. for Your MTA Accident Case?

One of the most important decisions you’ll make after suffering an injury in New York is choosing the right law firm to handle your case. Some of the advantages of working with The Tadchiev Law Firm, P.C., include:

• We Provide Experienced Representation: Our attorneys have extensive experience dealing with injury claims involving government agencies. We understand the procedures involved in giving notice of a claim and will act quickly to meet the deadlines.
• We Handle the Stress for You: Nobody wants to deal with filing a legal claim and negotiating with government lawyers while recovering from serious injuries. Our experienced lawyers will handle all communications and negotiate with the MTA legal team on your behalf so you can focus on your recovery.
• Our Team Offers Personalized Attention: Our lawyers treat each client with respect and personalized attention. We limit the number of cases we accept so we can give each case the attention it deserves.
• We Aim for Comprehensive Compensation: The injuries suffered by MTA victims can be long-lasting or permanent. Our lawyers will work tirelessly to seek comprehensive compensation for your expenses and losses, including future expenses.
• There’s No Fee Unless We Win: Our firm works on a contingency basis. We don’t charge a legal fee unless we secure compensation for you.

How Do MTA Injury Claims Work?

Filing a claim against the MTA differs from filing other personal injury lawsuits because the MTA is a government entity. When suing a government entity, there are specific notice requirements and tight filing deadlines that you must follow.

The first deadline is that victims are required to file a Notice of Claim with the MTA within 90 days of the accident. If you don’t file a notice within this period, your claim will be dismissed, and you will lose your right to seek compensation for your injuries. The notice should include details about the accident, explain your injuries, and outline the compensation you’re seeking.

After receiving the Notice of Claim, the MTA may accept it, deny it, or attempt to negotiate a settlement. An experienced MTA subway accident lawyer work on your behalf or help you take the appropriate steps if your claim is denied.

Navigating Personal Injury Claims Against the MTA

To develop your case for compensation for injuries suffered in an MTA accident, your lawyer will take a number of steps, including the following:

• Investigate the Incident: First, your lawyer will investigate the MTA accident, establish how it occurred, and identify all at-fault parties. Your lawyer will collect evidence linking the accident to your injuries.
• Calculate Your Damages: Second, your lawyers will calculate your losses by adding up the costs of your present and future medical bills and lost wages related to your injury and estimating the value of your intangible losses, such as pain and suffering.
• Filing a Notice of Claim: Once your attorneys have collected evidence and know how much your case is worth, they’ll file a Notice of Claim within the 90-day deadline.
• Negotiating a Settlement: If the MTA wants to settle your case, your lawyers will negotiate on your behalf and seek a settlement that covers all your expenses.
• Filing a Lawsuit: If the MTA doesn’t accept your claim or agree to a favorable settlement, your lawyer can file a personal injury lawsuit. You must file your lawsuit within one year and 90 days of the accident.
• Presenting Your Case at Trial: After your lawyer files a lawsuit, there may be another round of negotiations. If these negotiations fail, your attorneys will prepare your case for trial.

Filing an MTA Lawsuit

If the MTA doesn’t accept your claim or agree to a settlement, you need to file a personal injury lawsuit to pursue compensation. To file a lawsuit against the MTA, you must have previously filed your Notice of Claim within the 90-day period. You must wait 30 days after filing your Notice of Claim.

Discovery Phase

Once your lawsuit is filed, the parties can request information and documentation from each other to get a complete picture of the case and its facts. An experienced attorney knows the kinds of documents and other evidence to request from the MTA during the discovery phase. Using this information, your lawyer will determine how to develop your case.

Depositions and Interrogatories

You may have to give a sworn deposition as part of the discovery process. This is an in-person or recorded interview where the other party’s lawyers ask questions. Your lawyer will be able to do the same, seeking depositions from key figures involved in the accident, such as the bus or train driver.

Interrogatories are similar to depositions but involve written questions and answers.

Compensation Available for MTA Accident Injuries

There are various types of compensation an experienced personal injury lawyer can help you seek for your MTA accident injuries, including:

• Medical Expenses: Compensation for your past and future medical treatments, prescription medications, physical therapy, medical devices, and surgeries
• Lost Wages: Compensation for the income you lost while recovering from your injuries and the income you will lose because of your injuries’ impact on your ability to work or work at full capacity
• Permanent Disability Modifications: Compensation for remodeling your house to make accommodations for permanent disabilities suffered due to the accident, such as modifying your home to be accessible or hiring in-home care
• Loss of Enjoyment of Life: Compensation for the impact your injuries have on your daily life and ability to participate in activities you once enjoyed
• Pain and Suffering: Compensation for the physical pain and emotional suffering your injuries cause

Common Types of MTA Accidents

Many types of accidents can result in injury lawsuits against the MTA, from collisions to slips and falls. Depending on the type of accident that injured you, your attorneys may gather evidence, such as traffic camera footage, security camera footage, eyewitness statements, expert testimony, and vehicle maintenance records.

Bus Accidents

Passengers and other motorists can suffer injuries in accidents involving MTA buses. An experienced MTA bus accident lawyer can collect evidence to support your claim, such as accident scene photographs showing the damaged vehicles, skid marks on the road, and relevant traffic lights and signals. An attorney may also seek a copy of the bus’s onboard camera footage.

Train Accidents

Train accidents are serious incidents that can result in catastrophic and fatal injuries. These accidents can occur due to faulty railroad crossings, speeding trains, and operator negligence. If you have suffered an injury in an MTA train accident, there will likely be witnesses who can testify in your case. Your lawyer could engage expert witnesses who can testify about what caused the accident to occur.

Subway Accidents

Most daily MTA riders use the subway, making it one of the primary causes of injuries involving the MTA. These accidents can involve a wide range of incidents, including subway collisions, falls caused by sudden stops and starts, arms or legs trapped in doors, or smoke inhalation from subway fires. A skilled MTA subway accident lawyer can assist you in showing that the MTA’s negligence contributed to your injuries.

Pedestrian Accidents

MTA vehicles, such as buses, can collide with pedestrians, leading to severe injuries. Pedestrian accidents often occur when drivers aren’t paying attention while going through intersections. Our lawyers can collect footage from traffic, security, and bus cameras to prove that the driver’s negligence was the proximate cause of your injuries.

Station Accidents

Many MTA accidents occur within the stations and on the platforms controlled by the MTA. For example, the MTA may be liable if you slipped and fell on a wet floor or a slippery platform in a train station, were struck by a falling sign due to poor maintenance, or suffered an assault in a dark corridor due to inadequate security.

Call Our Nassau County MTA Accident Lawyers Today

You only have 90 days to file a notice of claim after an MTA accident, so it’s crucial to contact a knowledgeable attorney promptly to discuss your legal options. Contact The Tadchiev Law Firm, P.C., for a free consultation with a skilled Nassau County MTA accident lawyer. Our personal injury firm is committed to helping you seek the compensation you deserve for your injuries.