MTA Bus Crash Injures 13 People

• August 5, 2022
• Barnes Admin

MTA Bus Crash Injures 13 People

Bronx, NY – A MTA bus crashed into an elevated subway platform on Thursday, August 4, 2022. The crash happened around 8:15 a.m. on Boston Road in the West Farms section. 

According to authorities, the bus crashed head-on into an elevated subway platform. Twelve passengers and the driver onboard the bus were hurt in the collision. New York City Transit is investigating the cause of the crash. 

Bus Accidents 

On average, there are over 60,000 bus accidents each year. In this bus accident, those injured should have their investigative team evaluate all aspects surrounding the crash. This includes reviewing:   

• Vehicle blind spots  
• Driving records  
• The route the bus was traveling  
• Recent maintenance history  
• Driver accident history  
• Vehicle accident history   
• Any video evidence of the crash 
• Inspection of roadway conditions 
• Police accident report  
• Any testing of driver for drugs and alcohol  
• Any history of driver with drugs and alcohol  
• Phone and texting records of the driver  
• Accident history on this roadway  
• All eyewitness accounts of the accident  

Bus Accident Attorneys  

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

• Inexperienced drivers   
• Distracted driving   
• Fatigue  
• Speeding or reckless driving   
• Congested roads   
• Inadequate vehicle maintenance   

Our trusted and experienced bus accident attorneys have helped thousands of people injured in bus 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.