A New York City bus accident closed the Manhattan-bound center tube of the Lincoln Tunnel this morning, according to the Star-Ledger.
Three buses and a motorcycle were involved in the accident and life-threatening injuries are reported. New York City personal injury lawyers understand this will likely be a complex case. Determining who is at fault will be critical. And multiple accident victims will likely file competing claims. Speaking to an experienced lawyer as soon after an accident as possible will typically offer the best chance for protecting your rights.
The New York Department of Transportation reports only about 10 percent of accidents in New York City involved three or more vehicles in 2009. Twenty-seven people were killed and nearly 6,000 were injured in such crashes.
All of the victims in this case were transported to hospitals in New York City. Eight additional ambulances were placed on standby at the New Jersey end of the tunnel but were not needed. The center tube is expected to be closed for most of the day.
Officials do not know how many were injured but estimates of 27 people hurt were being reported Thursday morning. The motorcycle rider’s injuries were believed to be life-threatening.
If you have been injured in an accident in New York City or Long Island areas, contact the Law Offices of Nicholas Rose to discuss your rights. Call 718.261.0549.
