Six-Story Building Collapses in the Bronx

Morris Heights, NY – A six-story building located at 1915 Billingsley Terrace partially collapsed onto the sidewalk on Monday, December 11, 2023, around 3:30 p.m. According to reports, there is an ongoing search for potential trapped individuals by the FDNY.

The Department of Buildings will assess the structure’s stability after the search for injured victims is complete. The building has had 178 violations in the past two years, with five currently open, according to the New York City Housing Preservation and Development.

Building Collapses

Over 300 people are injured in building collapses each year. After any building collapse occurs, it is essential for an independent legal investigation performed to preserve evidence and determine the cause of the collapse. This includes reviewing:

• Evaluation if building safety regulations are up to code.
• Determination of the stability of the building.
• Determination if the open violations contributed to the accident.
• Any environmental factors that may have contributed to the accident.

If you or a loved one have been injured in a building collapse, contact The Barnes Firm today at (800) 800-000.