Manhattan Taxi Injures Six People

• June 20, 2022
• Barnes Admin

Manhattan Taxi Injures Six People

Manhattan, NY – Six people were injured after a taxi jumped a curb on Monday, June 20, 2022. The accident happened on 29th and Broadway around 1 p.m. 

According to authorities, the taxicab made a left-hand turn, striking a bicyclist who had the right of way. The taxi then drove onto the sidewalk, hit several pedestrians, and pinned two women under the vehicle. Six people, including the taxi driver, were taken to the hospital. The crash is under investigation. 

Pedestrian & Bicycle Accidents   

Irresponsible drivers cause thousands of pedestrian and bicycle accidents every year. Anyone injured in an accident should have their investigative team evaluate all aspects surrounding this collision. This includes reviewing:    

• Driving records   
• Driver accident history   
• Police accident report  
• Video from the taxicab 
• Timing of traffic signals 
• Route the taxi was traveling 
• Video from businesses located on this intersection 
• Inspection of intersection    
• Accident history at intersection    
• All eyewitness accounts of the accident    

Pedestrian & Bicycle Accident Attorneys  

As one of America’s largest injury law firms, The Barnes Firm, has helped many clients injured in pedestrian accidents and have found some common causes include:   

• Distracted Driving   
• Failure to yield right of way   
• Speeding  
• Aggressive driving   
• Inexperienced driving   
• Fatigue   
• Alcohol or drug involvement   
• Backing up unsafely   

Our trusted and experienced pedestrian and bicycle accident attorneys have helped thousands of people injured in accidents get the best result possible. From the first phone conversation through to the final settlement, the team of attorneys at The Barnes Firm will work hard for you every step of the way.

Call (800) 800-0000 today for a FREE case evaluation. It could be the best call you make.   

Location of Accident – 29th and Broadway