Bus Driver May Have Suffered Medical Episode Before Sunnyside, Queens Bus Collision
QUEENS, NEW YORK (February 19, 2025) – Several people were injured after a Sunnyside, Queens bus accident near the intersection of Queens Boulevard and 46th Street.
New York City officials are saying that the accident took place around 9:34 AM on Wednesday. The driver of a Q32 local bus reportedly suffered severe stomach pains and blacked out at the wheel.
This led to the bus striking several parked vehicles near the seven-line train. Firefighters and paramedics were called to the scene in order to help all of the victims.
The bus driver and several passengers were taken to Elmhurst Hospital in order to receive treatment. A full investigation into the Sunnyside Queen’s collision remains ongoing at this time.
Liability for Queens Bus Accidents
Buses safely transport millions of people to their destination every year. But many of these trips do result in an accident. According to The Journalist’s Resource, “on average, about 63,000 buses [of all kinds] are involved in an accident each year; about 14,000 result in an injured person, and 325 result in a fatal injury. About 50 passengers (including the driver) are killed, on average, in a given year.” There are a number of common causes of bus accidents.
- Bus accidents are more likely when drivers are not paying attention to the road ahead of them.
- Bus accidents are more likely when bus drivers fail to check their blind spots.
- Bus accidents are more likely during periods of inclement weather.
Buses are considered common carriers, and their drivers are held to a high standard in terms of safety. If a bus driver failed to slow down in order to avoid a collision, this could form the basis of a negligence claim. In situations where a medical episode caused a bus accident, it is important to determine whether or not the bus driver’s employer knew about the potential danger and failed to act. Victims of bus accidents tend to suffer very serious injuries.
- Broken bones
- Head injuries
- Lacerations
- Spinal cord injuries
It can be hard to know what to do if you or a loved one has been injured in a bus accident. Many of these injuries are not outwardly obvious. This is why it is so important that accident victims have a thorough medical evaluation. After they’ve been medically evaluated, it is also a good idea to seek the guidance of an experienced bus accident attorney. They can examine the unique facts of your case and let you know if you have a claim that can be pursued.
Investigating New York City Bus Accidents
We at Gersowitz Libo & Korek, P.C. extend our best wishes to all of the people injured in this Sunnyside, Queens bus accident. Any person that may have more information about what happened should reach out to the police. It is our sincere hope that steps are taken to prevent other accidents like this.
Have you or someone that you care about been injured in a Sunnyside Queens bus accident? 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 are thinking about hiring an attorney, we are here for you. You can contact us at (516) 908-9792.
