Last Updated: 10-23-2026
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Were you injured in a taxi accident in Brooklyn, NY?
At The Edelsteins, Faegenburg, & Blyakher LLP, we help injured clients in Brooklyn pursue full recovery in taxi accident matters.
If you’ve been injured in a taxi accident in Brooklyn, our Brooklyn, NY taxi accident lawyer can determine whether the driver, the cab’s owner, or another motorist is responsible and pursue compensation from every insurer involved. We request the trip details and the police report, document your injuries, and negotiate the claim, and we file suit when an insurer will not offer fair compensation.
The Edelsteins, Faegenburg, & Blyakher LLP has served injured Brooklyn clients for three generations, and its recoveries for clients exceed $100 million. Contact us to discuss your claim.
Taxi Accident Lawyer Brooklyn, NY
A taxi accident lawyer represents passengers, pedestrians, cyclists, and drivers injured in a crash involving a licensed cab. The claim can reach the driver, the cab’s owner, and the insurers that cover the vehicle.
NYPD collision data lists 466 Brooklyn crashes in 2025 in which a taxi was the first vehicle involved, up from 357 in 2024. A taxi accident attorney in Brooklyn, NY examines who was driving, who owns the cab, and which policies cover the trip.
Types of Taxi Accident Cases We Handle in Brooklyn
Taxi claims differ by the injured person’s role and by the party whose conduct caused the crash. The categories below describe the claims we handle for Brooklyn clients.
- Passenger injuries. A rider hurt when the cab is struck, brakes hard, or hits an obstacle may have claims against the driver, the cab’s owner, and another motorist. We identify each party and the insurer behind it.
- Car accidents. A motorist who runs a light, merges unsafely, or fails to yield to a cab can be held responsible for the harm to everyone inside it. We reconstruct the crash from police reports, vehicle damage, and nearby video.
- Pedestrian accidents. Pedestrians are struck by cabs in crosswalks, while crossing mid-block, and near curbs where drivers stop for a hail. We document the injuries and identify the driver, the owner, and the policies in force.
- Cyclist and scooter rider collisions. A cab that cuts across a bike lane to reach the curb, or a passenger who opens a door into one, can seriously injure a rider. We determine who made the move and pursue the insurers behind that person.
- Sudden stops and curbside maneuvers. Cabs that swerve toward the curb or stop abruptly for a fare create hazards for the vehicles behind them. We review video and witness accounts to show where the cab was and what the other driver could see.
- Rear-end collisions. A cab that strikes a stopped vehicle, or is struck from behind, can injure the occupants of both. We determine whether the cab was stopped, braking, or changing lanes, and we address rear-end claims from either side of the impact.
- Claims against owners and fleets. Responsibility for a cab driver’s conduct may extend to the cab’s owner and the operator that manages it. We review ownership records and the policies in force for the vehicle.
- Wrongful death. When a taxi crash kills a passenger, a pedestrian, or another driver, surviving family members may bring a claim for their losses. We document the financial support and companionship the family has lost.
Why Choose The Edelsteins, Faegenburg, & Blyakher LLP as My Taxi Accident Lawyer in Brooklyn, NY?
Plain Explanations of Settlement and Trial Decisions
Clients decide whether to settle or go to trial, and they should understand each option before they choose. That openness is what clients should expect from a personal injury lawyer in Brooklyn, NY.
Paul J. Edelstein explains his approach to that decision in the Pulling Back the Curtain video series. Glenn K. Faegenburg has more than two decades of trial experience, including multi-million dollar verdicts and settlements.
Results for Taxi Passengers and Pedestrians
Clients of our firm have received over $100 million in settlements and verdicts, including these results in vehicle cases:
- $2,905,000 for a taxi passenger in a motor vehicle accident
- $5,500,000 for a pedestrian struck by a motor vehicle in a crosswalk
- $4,350,000 for a driver struck in a head-on collision by an intoxicated driver
These results depend on their own facts and do not predict the outcome of another claim. You owe no fee to start your case, and our fee is paid only if we obtain compensation for you.
Understanding Taxi Accident Cases in Brooklyn, NY
What Are Important Aspects of a Taxi Accident Case?
Identifying the cab and its insurers is the first task in a taxi claim. Every licensed cab carries a medallion number and a license plate, and the receipt or trip record shows the ride, so we ask clients for those details first.
A passenger’s no-fault claim is generally filed with the insurer of the cab, and a pedestrian’s goes to the insurer of the vehicle that struck them. No-fault benefits cover limited costs, and when injuries are serious, as with back injuries, a lawsuit may be needed to recover the rest.
The Taxi and Limousine Commission sets safety standards for cabs, including working seat belts for every passenger under its passenger rights rules. A TLC complaint is separate from an injury claim and does not preserve your right to compensation.
Damages, Liability, and Compensation for Taxi Accident Cases
Liability in a taxi claim rests on negligence: the driver, or another motorist, owed a duty of care, breached it, and caused the injuries. Responsibility can extend to the cab’s owner. Under the fault-sharing statute, a recovery is reduced by the injured person’s share of fault, and being partly at fault does not end a claim. In personal injury actions subject to the state’s no-fault insurance law that are commenced on or after May 26, 2026, a claimant whose fault exceeds the defendant’s cannot recover.
| Category | What it covers |
| Medical expenses | Emergency care, surgery, therapy, medication, and future treatment |
| Lost earnings | Wages missed during recovery and any reduced earning capacity |
| Pain and suffering | Physical pain and the effect of the injuries on daily life |
| Wrongful death damages | The losses a family suffers when a crash is fatal |
What Is the Taxi Accident Case Timeline?
New York generally allows three years from the crash to file suit, a three-year limit that keeps running during treatment and negotiation.
- Treatment and notice. You receive care, and we notify the cab’s insurer and any other insurer involved. We also discuss options for paying medical bills while the claim is pending.
- Investigation. We collect the police report, the trip details, and video of the crash.
- Demand. Once your condition is stable, we send the insurer the medical records and a demand.
- Negotiation or suit. The insurers respond, and if the claim does not resolve, we file suit.
- Resolution. The case ends in a settlement or a verdict.
What Should You Bring to Your Taxi Accident Consultation?
Details about the cab let us identify the responsible parties from the first meeting.
Details about the cab
- The medallion number, license plate, or a photograph of the vehicle
- The trip receipt or a payment record showing the ride
Records about you
- Medical records, bills, and discharge papers
- Photographs or video of the crash, the scene, and your injuries
- Pay stubs or an employer letter showing missed work
The first consultation is free. We review how the crash happened, discuss your options, and explain the immediate steps that protect your claim.
Most Dangerous Locations for Taxi Accidents in Brooklyn
NYPD records for 2019 through 2025 list taxi crashes in every part of Brooklyn, with the largest counts in ZIP codes covering Downtown Brooklyn and East New York. Each count covers crashes in which a taxi was the first vehicle recorded.
| ZIP code | Area | Crashes |
| 11201 | Downtown Brooklyn and Brooklyn Heights | 213 |
| 11207 | East New York | 212 |
| 11217 | Boerum Hill and Park Slope | 164 |
| 11211 | Williamsburg | 154 |
| 11233 | Ocean Hill and Brownsville | 149 |
The street counts below cover crashes with a street name recorded.
| Street | Crashes |
| Atlantic Avenue | 93 |
| Flatbush Avenue | 48 |
| Eastern Parkway | 44 |
| Ocean Parkway | 44 |
| Fulton Street | 39 |
Reach Out to The Edelsteins, Faegenburg, & Blyakher LLP to Schedule a Consultation
Early contact makes it easier to identify the cab and its insurers. At The Edelsteins, Faegenburg, & Blyakher LLP, the first consultation is free, and you pay no attorney fee unless we recover compensation. Contact us to speak with our Brooklyn taxi accident lawyer, and we will identify the cab’s insurers and outline your options.