Queens, NY – Train Derailment near Jamaica Station Injures 13

Queens, NY (August 4, 2023) – Multiple injuries were reported when a train derailed in Queens on Thursday morning, August 3rd. The incident took place near the Jamaica train station.

Authorities say that an LIRR train left Grand Central around 11:00 a.m. and was traveling towards Hempstead when it suddenly derailed near 175th Street and 93rd Avenue. Eight of the train’s cars were seen off the rails at the scene. Nine passengers aboard the train at the time of derailment sustained minor injuries, while two others were taken to a local hospital with serious injuries. The remaining passengers were taken back to Jamaica Station on a rescue train.

Officials say that the train was traveling approximately 54 miles per hour when the derailment took place. It is unclear what caused the accident to occur at this time.

Transportation officials are currently investigating the incident, and no further information is available.

We want to offer our thoughts and well wishes to the victims of this train crash in Queens. We hope all involved are able to make a full recovery.

New York City Mass Transportation Crashes 

New York City’s mass transit system is among the most elaborate in the world. With a daily ridership of more than two million people and more than 700 million annually, most New Yorkers and visitors to the city depend upon the subways and trains to take them where they need to go. In general, mass transportation in New York and elsewhere is a safe means of travel. However, this does not mean that it is safe 100% of the time.

Accidents involving subways, trains, and buses in New York City can lead to serious injuries. Victims of these accidents may suffer head injuries, broken bones, neck and spinal cord trauma, sprains, strains, and other types of impact injuries. Mass transit vehicle collisions can lead to devastating and life-altering effects in just a matter of seconds.

Determining how a mass transportation accident occurred is the first step for victims seeking compensation. In many cases, municipal transportation authorities knew or should have known of potential hazards, but instead, they ignored them, leading to a preventable crash. Injured victims may have a claim against governmental units or transportation officials if they were involved in a mass transit crash.

Here at Metro Law, our attorneys have experience helping mass transit crash victims. We are familiar with the reasons why these accidents most often occur, and we can help you obtain the compensation you need when you or a loved one are affected. Your time to act may be limited, so you should reach out to us as soon as possible.

Our firm is standing by to speak with you at any time. We offer free consultations for all potential and prospective clients. If you were injured in a train, subway, bus, or other mass transit accident, we may be able to help. To schedule your time to speak with a mass transit accident lawyer in Queens, please reach out to us using our online intake form or give us a call at (973) 344-6587.