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location of the NYPD vehicle accident that injured two in TribecaA marked NYPD vehicle collided with a private bus in Tribeca early Saturday morning, setting off a chain-reaction crash that left two people injured and caused damage to the historic Walker Hotel Tribeca. According to police, the crash occurred around 5:50 a.m. when the police SUV, traveling southbound on Broadway, struck a white passenger bus at the intersection of Walker Street.

The force of the impact pushed the bus into a parked delivery truck and into the side of the Walker Hotel building, cracking part of its 19th-century façade. The 49-year-old truck driver and his 36-year-old passenger were transported to New York Downtown Hospital in stable condition. The bus driver was uninjured, and passengers left the scene before officers arrived. The NYPD officer driving the police SUV was also hospitalized in stable condition.

Witnesses described a sudden, violent collision. One employee at a nearby coffee shop reported hearing a police siren moments before the impact and feeling the building shake when the bus struck the hotel’s corner.

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Q27 Bus in QueensMore than a dozen people were injured Monday morning when two Metropolitan Transportation Authority (MTA) buses collided on Sanford Avenue near Bowne Street in Flushing, according to police reports.

The incident occurred around 9 a.m. when one bus rear-ended another as both approached the intersection. Police said one driver and sixteen passengers were transported to nearby hospitals with minor injuries. Investigators stated that the crash does not appear to involve any criminal activity, though the cause remains under review.

Impact on Commuters and Bus Service Disruptions

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School Bus Accident Lawyer: 4-Year-Old Critically Injured in Brooklyn Crash

A 4-year-old girl is fighting for her life after being struck by a school bus in Midwood, Brooklyn, on Monday afternoon. As school bus accident lawyers in New York City, we know how devastating these crashes can be for families and how often they raise complex legal questions about driver responsibility, school district oversight, and accountability.

Police reported that the child was crossing East Second Street near Avenue J around 3:56 p.m. when the school bus hit her just steps away from her home. Witnesses described the bus coming “barreling down the street” before striking her. Emergency responders rushed the girl to Maimonides Medical Center, where she remains in critical condition.

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Speeding ruins life NYC campaignA serious car accident in Bay Ridge early Tuesday morning is shining a spotlight on the dangers of repeat reckless drivers and the urgent need for stronger state legislation.

Details of the Crash

According to the NYPD, the collision occurred at approximately 1:30 a.m. at Bay Ridge Avenue and Ridge Boulevard . A 26-year-old driver in a Honda Accord, traveling south on Ridge Boulevard, slammed into an MTA bus heading westbound. The impact was so forceful that the bus jumped the curb and struck a building.

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ambulance at accident sceneWhen an MTA bus jumped a barrier on the University Avenue Bridge in Morris Heights on Tuesday morning, several passengers and others were injured. The incident, which occurred around 11:30 a.m. near West 181st Street and University Avenue, underscores the legal complexities that follow bus crashes in New York City.

Reports indicate that at least four people suffered minor injuries. While the cause of the accident has not yet been determined, those harmed may have important legal rights. In cases involving public transit, liability can extend to the driver, the Metropolitan Transportation Authority, or contractors responsible for maintenance and safety.

Legal Rights of MTA Bus Accident Victims

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NYC Port Authority terminal where the bus accident occuredThis morning’s crash involving three NJ Transit buses at the Port Authority Bus Terminal is a stark reminder of the risks commuters face daily in one of the nation’s busiest transit hubs. According to authorities, the crash occurred around 6:15 a.m. during peak rush hour, leaving at least 12 people with minor injuries and one individual hospitalized for further evaluation. The Port Authority was temporarily shut down as emergency crews responded, causing major disruptions throughout Midtown Manhattan.

As New York City bus accident lawyers, we know just how chaotic and dangerous these types of collisions can be. Bus terminals like Port Authority are high-traffic, high-pressure environments, where small errors in timing, driver fatigue, poor visibility, or mechanical failure can lead to serious consequences.

Even though the reported injuries were mostly minor, the potential for catastrophic harm in a multi-bus crash cannot be overstated. Commuters seated without seatbelts, people standing, and those near exit doors are particularly vulnerable when a crash occurs. Collisions at low speeds inside terminals may not always look severe, but even seemingly minor accidents can lead to long-term injuries such as herniated discs, torn ligaments, or traumatic brain injuries — especially if victims are jolted or thrown off balance.

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BX 41 MTA BUS similar to the one involved in the accidentOn Tuesday morning, 16 people were injured in a serious collision involving a Bx41 MTA bus and a Department of Sanitation (DSNY) vehicle near Webster Avenue and East 187th Street in Belmont, the FDNY confirmed. All victims were transported to SBH Health System with injuries reported as non-life-threatening.

At Gair, Gair, Conason, Rubinowitz, Bloom, Hershenhorn, Steigman & Mackauf, our attorneys are closely following the investigation into this crash. With decades of experience representing victims of MTA bus collisions and other municipal vehicle accidents in the Bronx, our team understands the complex issues of liability that arise when government entities like the MTA and DSNY are involved.

What We Know About the Belmont Crash

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Deadly intersection in the Bronx where the MTA Bus killed a cyclistOn the evening of February 25, 2025, a tragic incident occurred in the Bronx involving an MTA bus and a cyclist. At approximately 10:45 p.m., a 57-year-old man was fatally struck by an MTA bus while the vehicle was making a left turn from East 149th Street onto Brook Avenue in the Mott Haven neighborhood. The cyclist was pronounced dead at the scene. The 35-year-old bus driver remained at the location and, as per current reports, has not been charged. The NYPD’s Collision Investigation Squad is actively investigating the incident.

This unfortunate event underscores the potential dangers that cyclists face on New York City streets, especially when sharing the road with large vehicles like buses. Navigating the complexities of traffic in the Bronx requires both motorists and cyclists to exercise heightened caution to prevent such devastating accidents.

In the aftermath of such incidents, victims and their families often grapple with emotional and financial hardships. Pursuing legal action can be a crucial step in obtaining justice and compensation. Our team of experienced attorneys specializes in handling cases involving MTA bus accidents, cyclist injuries, personal injury claims, and wrongful death lawsuits in the Bronx. We are well-versed in the specific challenges these cases present and are committed to advocating for the rights of victims and their families.

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ambulance at accident sceneA school bus accident in Queens early Monday morning resulted in nearly a dozen people being transported to the hospital, including six children. The incident occurred on the Union Turnpike exit ramp near Winchester Boulevard and Glen Oaks School campus at approximately 7:30 a.m., according to fire officials. While all the victims are expected to recover, the nature of the accident and potential involvement of other vehicles remain under investigation.

Understanding Liability in School Bus Accidents

When a school bus is involved in an accident, multiple factors must be examined to determine liability. In cases like this, where details are still emerging, potential causes could include:

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A tragic accident on Sunday night in Midtown Manhattan claimed the life of 39-year-old Vladimir Cruz, a construction worker from the South Bronx. Around 9:30 p.m., an M1 MTA bus traveling southbound on 5th Avenue near East 51st Street struck the base of a boom lift Cruz was operating. The collision caused Cruz to fall from the lift, resulting in fatal head and bodily injuries. He was rushed to Bellevue Hospital but sadly did not survive.

The driver remained at the scene, and the NYPD is continuing its investigation. While no arrests have been made, this incident underscores the critical need for swift action in protecting the legal rights of the victim’s family.

Preserving Legal Rights After a Fatal MTA Bus Accident

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