Subways have been around for over 150 years, and have made incredible advances in speed and technology. However, a Subway Accident is not an uncommon occurrence even today. An innocent passenger as well as a Subway worker can be the victim of a Subway Accident, and the injuries can be serious. Statistics show that every hour and a half there is a Subway Accident or derailment, with 3,000 accidents occurring annually. A Subway Accident can cause a wide variety of injuries including a Spinal Injury. This can lead to Paralysis, and even is some cases Wrongful Death. If you or a loved one has been injured in a Subway Accident you deserve to be compensated for your loss. Contact a New York Subway Accident Lawyer from Stephen Bilkis and Associates to learn more about how you can obtain just compensation for your injuries and ensure that your rights are protected.

A Subway Accident can happen in a variety of ways including a Subway derailment, electrical explosion, solvent exposure, a railroad crossing accident and more. Railroad workers are often injured in this line of work, which is considered to be one of the most dangerous jobs in the U.S. The Federal Employers Liability Act (FELA) allows railroad employees the right to sue for damages for an injury obtained while on the job. If you have suffered an injury at your workplace, it is important to speak with a New York Injury Lawyer from our office without delay.

FELA was created to make the railroad profession safer. However, railroad work continues to be dangerous. Inadequate safety standards, poor training, inadequate Subway maintenance, negligence or defective equipment commonly results in injury.

Commuter Subways and subways are a common mode of transportation in New York. People generally feel that traveling by Subway is a safe, but accidents do happen. Malfunctioning Subways, conductor error, dangerous Subway platforms and the like can cause injury. If you have been hurt while riding a Subway, the Subway may be held liable for your injuries.

Contact a New York Personal Injury Lawyer from Stephen Bilkis and Associates. Injuries from a Subway Accident can be significant and can include a Brain Injury, spinal injury, or Broken Bone. If you have suffered an accident because of the negligence of another such as a Motorcycle Accident, automobile accident, or Construction Accident, it is important to obtain legal guidance. When you visit our office we will explain your legal rights and help you get the compensation you deserve. We will also offer you a free case consultation with your first appointment. We have office locations conveniently located in New York City including: Brooklyn, the Bronx, Queens, Manhattan, as well as Staten Island. On Long Island we have offices in Nassau County and Suffolk County. We also have offices in Westchester County, so call us today to make an appointment at 1-800-NY-NY-LAW.