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location of the Bronx DWI accident that injured two pedestriansA late-night sidewalk crash in the Tremont section of the Bronx highlights the severe legal consequences that can follow when an alleged intoxicated driver leaves the roadway and strikes pedestrians. A Connecticut man has been charged with driving while intoxicated after police say he mounted a sidewalk and struck two pedestrians on East Tremont Avenue.

Incidents like this are not simply traffic accidents—they are pedestrian accident cases involving alleged criminal conduct, and they demand immediate legal attention.

Alleged DWI and Sidewalk Impact: Why These Facts Matter Legally

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Bronx building where the fatal explosion occuredA deadly gas explosion inside a Bronx NYCHA high-rise has led to murder and multiple felony charges, highlighting once again how preventable gas-related incidents can devastate entire buildings and communities.

According to law enforcement sources, a man has been arrested and charged with murder after allegedly stealing a gas stove from an apartment at the Boston Secor Houses in Baychester—triggering a gas leak that caused a massive explosion and four-alarm fire. One resident was killed, and at least 14 others were injured.

As NYC gas explosion attorneys representing victims of serious personal injury in the Bronx, incidents like this raise critical legal questions about accountability, safety oversight, and the rights of residents harmed by dangerous conditions inside residential buildings.

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location of the Bronx MTA Bus AccidentA frightening MTA bus crash unfolded in the Bronx today  (see video below) when a Bx6 bus lost control in the Longwood section of the borough, slamming into multiple vehicles over a five-block stretch before coming to a stop near Prospect Avenue. According to reports, the incident began near Cauldwell Avenue by the Forest Houses and continued through East 163rd Street, with panicked passengers on board as the bus struck at least one car and kept moving. The driver and six others were taken to a nearby hospital with minor injuries, and the cause of the loss of control remains under investigation.

MTA buses are a critical part of daily life in the Bronx, transporting millions of passengers through some of the most congested and complex roadways in New York City. When a bus accident occurs, however, the consequences can be devastating—leaving passengers, pedestrians, cyclists, and motorists with serious injuries and unanswered questions about accountability.

As MTA bus accident lawyers, our team has decades of experience representing victims injured in Bronx transportation accidents, including collisions involving city buses, commercial vehicles, sanitation trucks, and other government-owned vehicles operating on Bronx streets.

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the Bronx hit and run driver who injured a cyclistIf you’re a bicyclist in New York City, one of the most alarming things you can hear about is a driver who flees after hitting a rider. That’s exactly what happened on Friday afternoon in the Parkchester section of the Bronx, at the intersection of Westchester Avenue and White Plains Road. According to the reporting:

  • The driver slammed into a police car that was conducting a traffic stop, then hit a bicyclist, and then fled the scene. News 12 – Default+1

  • Both the bicyclist and the officers are reported to be in stable condition as of Sunday night. News 12 – Default+1

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Accident sceneA tragic three-car crash in Co-op City, the Bronx, has once again highlighted the severe consequences of traffic collisions in New York City. According to the NYPD, the crash occurred around 5:25 p.m. on Bartow Avenue, near The Mall at Bay Plaza. The violent chain-reaction collision left one woman dead and six others—ranging in age from 11 to 79—hospitalized.

At Gair, Gair, Conason, Rubinowitz, Bloom, Hershenhorn, Steigman & Mackauf, our NYC city car accident lawyers are closely monitoring developments in this case. Our team of Bronx car accident lawyers has decades of experience representing victims of large-scale, multi-vehicle crashes across the borough. We understand the complexities these cases present—from unraveling conflicting witness accounts to identifying all potentially liable parties.

What Happened in Co-op City?

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Location of the Bronx Hit and Run AccidentFrom the Perspective of our Bronx Hit-and-Run Accident Lawyers

A shocking hit-and-run incident in the Melrose section of the Bronx sent six people to the hospital after a vehicle careened onto the sidewalk and into a sidewalk shed at the busy intersection of East 149th Street and Courtlandt Avenue . Surveillance footage captured the driver of a dark-colored Ford Mustang briefly pausing at the intersection around 11 a.m. before striking a pedestrian, jumping the curb, and crashing into five more people.

Instead of stopping to render aid, the driver backed up and fled the scene. Both the driver and a passenger allegedly abandoned the heavily damaged vehicle and ran off on foot. The NYPD is actively searching for the individuals involved.

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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 Bronx intersectionAs Bronx auto accident lawyers, we are deeply saddened by the tragic incident that occurred on February 24, 2025, at the intersection of East 172nd Street and Metcalf Avenue in the Soundview neighborhood. A 17-year-old male and a 14-year-old female were riding a bike when they collided with a Honda Odyssey minivan operated by a 42-year-old driver. The young male was pronounced dead at NYC Health + Hospitals Jacobi, while the female passenger sustained injuries but is expected to recover. The driver of the van was also seriously and transported to the hospital. No arrests have been made as the investigation continues.

This heartbreaking event underscores the critical importance of understanding the legal complexities surrounding motorcycles and motor vehicle accidents in New York City.

Legal Considerations in Bike-Motor Vehicle Collisions

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location of the hit and run accident in the BronxThe recent hit-and-run incident in the Bronx, as reported by the New York Post, serves as a stark reminder of the dangers pedestrians face daily. A 22-year-old man was struck by a black SUV at the intersection of E 228th Street and Laconia Avenue. The vehicle accelerated suddenly, hitting the victim and fleeing the scene. The victim sustained a head injury and was transported to Jacobi Medical Center, where he remains in stable condition. The NYPD has taken a person of interest into custody, though charges had not been filed as of Sunday.

As Bronx car accident lawyers, we are deeply concerned about the prevalence of such incidents in our community. Hit-and-run accidents not only endanger lives but also complicate the pursuit of justice for victims.

Legal Implications of Hit-and-Run Accidents

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Ahmad Ladson injured in Bronx Car AccidentThe streets of the Bronx were the scene of a tragic accident on Monday morning when a New York City sanitation worker, 32-year-old Ahmad Ladson, was struck by a vehicle while performing his duties on Colgate Avenue in the Soundview neighborhood. This unfortunate incident highlights the unique dangers faced by sanitation workers, who perform critical public services often in hazardous conditions.

The Incident: What We Know So Far

Around 8 a.m., Mr. Ladson was in the street carrying out his sanitation duties when a Toyota Highlander struck him. The impact left him critically injured, and he was transported to Jacobi Medical Center, where he is receiving round-the-clock care. The New York City Department of Sanitation released a statement acknowledging the risks sanitation workers face, emphasizing their gratitude to the medical team treating Mr. Ladson, and expressing solidarity with his family during this challenging time.

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