16 Injured After MTA Bus Crashes Into 3-Story Building In Brooklyn

16 Injured After MTA Bus Crashes Into 3-Story Building In Brooklyn
Calendar icon June 8, 2021 | Reading Time: 2 min

An MTA bus crashed into a 3-story building on Monday, June 8th, causing multiple injuries and serious damage to the building in Brooklyn, officials say.

The crash happened shortly before 2:00 PM, when the bus collided head-on into a 3-story building on Lincoln Road in Prospect Lefferts Gardens. Officials say the bus was traveling southbound on Bedford Ave.

FDNY personnel and EMS responded to the scene within minutes to help evacuate the bus and anyone who was inside the building. 16 people suffered minor to moderate injuries and 13 were transported to the hospital, according to FDNY officials.

If you or a loved one has been injured in a collision involving a bus, you may be entitled to a compensation claim. By contacting a personal injury attorney that focuses on motor vehicle accidents, including bus accidents, you can ensure that you are in good hands. Your attorney will help you to file your claim, represent you in court if your case goes to trial, and will negotiate with the insurance company for your claim.

Recovering from an accident where you have been injured may impact you financially. Filing a claim will help you to pay medical bills, compensate for lost wages, pain and suffering. If you are looking for a skilled attorney in the Brooklyn area, contact the office of Cellino Law today.

Source: https://www.nbcnewyork.com/news/local/14-injured-after-mta-bus-crashes-into-nyc-apartment-building-fdny/3094209/

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