At least 12 people were injured after an MTA bus crashed into a Sanitation Department garbage truck in the Bronx the night of Dec. 20. According to an amNY news report, a Bx6 bus was traveling westbound on Hunts Point Avenue when it T-boned the DSNY rig at the intersection with Bruckner Boulevard. The truck was heading south on Bruckner, police said.
Injuries Reported
First responders took 10 bus passengers, the bus driver and the driver of the garbage truck to local hospitals. All the victims suffered non-life-threatening injuries, officials said. Police are still investigating what caused this bus accident. No arrests have been made. Our thoughts and prayers are with everyone who was injured in this bus accident.
According to amNY, the intersection of Bruckner and Hunts Point is one of the most dangerous intersections in the Bronx. NYC Crash Mapper shows that in 2019, the intersection was tied for the fifth most dangerous in the borough. In the past decade, 406 people have been injured at this intersection including 348 motorists, 47 pedestrians and 11 bicyclists. In 2021, a Bx55 bus traveling on University Avenue crashed through a guardrail on an overpass above the Cross Bronx Expressway.
Why T-Bone Bus Crashes Are Dangerous
T-bone bus collisions are exceptionally hazardous due to the point/location of the impact and the vulnerability of passengers there. These crashes occur when one vehicle is struck at its side, forming a T-shape between the two vehicles involved. The dangers associated with these accidents stem from several factors:
- Force of impact: T-bone crashes may directly affect areas of the bus where passengers may be seated. The force of impact can cause significant damage to the bus, potentially leading to severe injuries or fatalities for those on board.
- Limited protection: When a bus is involved in a side-impact or broadside crash, passengers sitting by the windows or doors may directly bear the brunt of the collision, leading to injuries from shattered glass, blunt force trauma, or being thrown around inside the vehicle.
- Lack of maneuverability: Buses are larger and less agile than smaller vehicles, making it challenging to avoid or mitigate the impact of a T-bone collision, especially in situations where sudden maneuvers are required.
Actions to Take If You Are Injured in a Bus Accident
If you’re injured in a bus accident, it’s crucial to take immediate steps and protect your well-being and legal rights. First, seek medical attention promptly, even if your injuries seem minor. Your health is the top priority. Then, if possible, gather information at the accident scene, including photos of the crash, noting the bus number, and collecting contact details from witnesses. Contact law enforcement to report the accident. After receiving medical care, document your injuries, medical treatments, and any related expenses. It is essential to notify the bus company or relevant authorities about the incident.
Consult with an experienced personal injury attorney specializing in bus accidents to understand your legal options. They can assist in navigating insurance claims, determining liability, and help you seek fair compensation for your injuries, medical bills, lost wages and benefits, and other damages resulting from the accident. Acting promptly and gathering necessary information will help strengthen your case and protect your rights after a bus accident.
Contacting an Experienced Lawyer
Injured victims of bus accidents may seek compensation from the bus company and/or other responsible parties for damages including medical expenses, lost wages and benefits, hospitalization, rehabilitation, permanent injuries, disabilities, past and future pain and suffering, etc. Families that have lost loved ones can seek compensation for damages as well by filing a wrongful death claim. Bus accidents have the potential to cause severe or even catastrophic injuries such as traumatic brain injuries, spinal cord trauma, multiple broken bones, internal organ damage, facial and eye injuries, etc.
If you or a loved one has been injured in a bus accident, or if you have lost a loved one in an auto accident caused by a negligent (careless) driver, the experienced New York personal injury attorneys at the Law Offices of Kenneth A. Wilhelm can help you better understand your legal rights and options, and also fight hard to recover just compensation for you.
For over 53 years, our skilled accident attorneys have established a proven track record of helping injured victims get fair compensation for their losses. Our law firm recently recovered $5,600,000 for a bicyclist who was hit by a van, and $2,550,000 for another victim of a truck accident, and $3,000,000 for a pedestrian who was hit by a car, and $2,000,000 in a hit-and-run accident, and the full $1,000,000 insurance policy for a pedestrian who was hit by a truck, and $4,625,000 for a driver who was in a car and was hit by a van, and $2,500,000 for a man who fell through an improperly secured hole. Also, one of our clients obtained a verdict for $43,940,000 and another of our clients got a verdict for $23,500,000, both in medical malpractice cases.
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Source: https://www.amny.com/new-york/bronx/bronx-crash-bus-garbage-truck-december-20-2023/