Just weeks ago, a Port Authority Bus Terminal accident injured 12 and shut down service for several hours; now it has happened again on a bigger scale. According to earlier reporting, the July 11 crash sent one victim to the hospital and stranded thousands during rush hour. According to a recent news report in The New York Post, 29 people were injured, and one person suffered a concussion in the second NJ Transit bus crash near Port Authority in Manhattan, highlighting the reality of repeat transit incidents in Midtown Manhattan. The ramp from the Lincoln Tunnel has now been the location of two serious accidents within a matter of weeks.
@cbsnewyork Dozens of people were hurt in a bus crash Thursday morning at Port Authority Bus Terminal on Manhattan’s West Side in New York City. The crash happened at around 8:50 a.m. at 41st Street and Dyer Avenue. The FDNY said at least 29 people suffered minor injuries. New Jersey Transit said two of its buses collided on the entry ramp near the exit of the Lincoln Tunnel. Stay with CBS News New York as this story develops. #newyork #portauthority #bus #crash #traffic
At about 8:50 a.m., emergency crews responded to two NJ Transit buses colliding on Ramp 96. One bus rear-ended the other, injuring 29 people and leaving a 69-year-old woman with a concussion and arm injuries, according to reports. Most victims were hospitalized with neck or back pain, and some recalled blood and chaos at the scene. Traffic was not severely disrupted. It was the second crash near Port Authority in just three weeks.
If you’ve already been hurt on a bus or in a transit crash, WSAT Law stands with you and can help explain what comes next. We advocate, not instruct, and our role begins after an injury happens.
29 Injured and 1 Concussed: Why This Crash Raises Concerns About Transit Safety
Transit hubs like Port Authority are busy by function and design. But back‑to‑back incidents within weeks, each sending dozens to the hospital, raise questions. Our prior blog “Dozens Injured in NYC Port Authority Bus Terminal Accident” documented an earlier July crash that left 12 hurt and snarled morning service.
Do you want to learn more about accident trends involving mass transit? Read more about our blog Dozens Injured in NYC Port Authority Bus Terminal Accident.
Investigators are reviewing factors such as congestion, vehicle spacing, speed control on ramps, and driver fatigue. Official investigators are still reviewing surveillance and driver statements.
What It Means If You’ve Been Hurt
If you or a loved one was injured in this incident or a similar one, you may have legal recourse. Hospital bills, lost wages, or lingering pain can have long-term effects.
WSAT Law does not provide legal advice on blogs. We only assist individuals who have already been injured. If that applies to you, we can help explain how to move forward.
Getting Help After a Bus Crash
If you’re coping with injuries after this crash, reaching out could help you understand your rights and options.
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