Investigation Underway After MTA Bus Nearly Went Over Edge of Roadway in Riverdale, Bronx
BRONX, NEW YORK (February 22, 2025) – Several people were injured when an MTA bus was involved in a collision on Henry Hudson Parkway over Kappock Street.
New York City officials are saying that the accident took place around 9 AM on Friday. A bus was involved in a collision and drove through the guardrail along the side of the road.
Firefighters and paramedics were called to the scene in order to help all of the victims. Several people were treated for their injuries.
A photo of the accident site shows the MTA bus dangling off the side of the road.
Liability for New York City MTA Bus Accidents
MTA buses are involved in many serious collisions each year. According to one report from the New York Post, “At least 2,520 people — or 2.7 per day — were injured [from 2015 – 2018], according to the MTA. At least 14 people died, including a 25-year-old skateboarder, a 62-year-old pedestrian, a 60-year-old motorist and a 70-year-old with a walker who was mutilated by a hit-and-run bus.” There are a number of factors that could contribute to any MTA bus collisions.
- Buses have large blind spots that can obscure the presence of smaller vehicles.
- Buses take much longer to stop than other passenger vehicles.
- Buses have a wide turning radius, which can make side-impact collisions more likely.
Bus drivers are considered common carriers in New York. They are held to a high standard in terms of safety. All bus drivers have a legal obligation to operate their vehicle with a great deal of care in order to avoid collisions. If a bus driver fails to slow down in order to avoid hitting another vehicle, this could form the basis of a negligence claim. Victims of bus accidents tend to suffer very serious injuries.
- Broken bones
- Head injuries
- Lacerations
- Spinal cord injuries
It can be hard to know where to begin after being injured in an MTA bus accident. Victims often need to take extensive periods of time away from work. They may also be left with high medical bills. It is important for accident victims to understand that they do have legal rights. Any person injured in a Riverdale MTA bus accident may have legal recourse through a civil claim.
Investigating New York City MTA Bus Accidents
We at Gersowitz Libo & Korek, P.C. extend our best wishes to all of the people injured in this Riverdale MTA bus accident. Any person that may have more information about what happened should reach out to the police. There needs to be a thorough investigation into what went wrong.
Have you or someone that you care about been injured in a Riverdale MTA bus accident? You may have legal recourse. Our team of bus accident attorneys is here to help in any way that we can. We care deeply that accident victims are aware of their rights and that those rights are being protected. Whether you just have legal questions or need any type of support, we are here for you. You can reach out to us anytime at (516) 908-9792.
