Manhattan · New York City
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Accidents in Manhattan
Manhattan packs heavy vehicle traffic, crowded sidewalks, bike lanes, delivery workers and constant construction into a small space. That mix is behind many injury claims: pedestrians and cyclists struck at busy crossings, passengers hurt in taxis and rideshares, workers and passers-by injured around construction sites and scaffolding, and falls on stairs, in lobbies, in stores and in subway stations.
Injury lawsuits in Manhattan are heard in the New York State Supreme Court for New York County. Where a case can be filed often depends on where the accident happened and where the people involved live, which is one more reason to speak with an attorney early.
Areas we hear from in Manhattan
People contact us from all over Manhattan, including:
- Midtown
- Lower Manhattan
- Chinatown
- Harlem
- Upper West Side
- Upper East Side
- East Village
- Washington Heights
How We Help
Common injury cases in Manhattan
Car & truck accidents
Collisions on city streets, expressways and bridges, including no-fault claims.
Get a Free Review →Pedestrian & cyclist accidents
Struck in a crosswalk, on a sidewalk or in a bike lane.
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Injured as a passenger, driver or by an Uber, Lyft or yellow cab.
Get a Free Review →MTA bus & city vehicle accidents
Strict 90-day notice rules apply, so time matters.
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Wet floors, broken stairs and poorly maintained buildings or sidewalks.
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Falls, scaffolding and equipment accidents on and around job sites.
Get a Free Review →Know Your Deadlines
Three New York deadlines that can affect your claim
- 01
30 days — no-fault application
After a car accident, New York generally requires a no-fault application (Form NF-2) within 30 days to access medical benefits, no matter who was at fault.
- 02
90 days — claims against the city or MTA
If a city vehicle, MTA bus or other government entity was involved, a notice of claim is typically required within 90 days, much shorter than the usual deadline.
- 03
3 years — filing a lawsuit
Most personal injury lawsuits must be filed within three years of the accident (CPLR §214). Exact deadlines depend on your facts, so confirm yours with an attorney.
General information only, not legal advice. LawAndOrder24by7 is an attorney-referral service, not a law firm.
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