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What Should I do if I am in an Accident in a Taxi Cab?

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I was a passenger in a taxi involved in an accident. I injured my back and head. What do I do?

Try to get as much information at the scene of the accident as you can including the following:

  • The license plate number and medallion number (if applicable) of the taxi cab in which you were a passenger;
  • The name and address of the driver of the vehicle;
  • The name of the taxi company where the driver works;
  • The license plate of the other vehicle involved in the accident;
  • The name and address of the driver of the other vehicle involved in the accident;
  • If no one has contacted a police officer or ambulance to the scene and you feel that they are necessary, call 911.  Obtain a copy of the police field report, which will contain a Complaint Number which can be picked up later;

 

Make sure that you contact the cab's and your own insurance carrier within 30 days of the accident and let them know that you are making a claim for No Fault Benefits. 

Taxi Cabs in New York City must be insured for 100/300 in liability.  Outside of New York City, livery vehicles are allowed to carry the minimum limits of 25/50.  In either case, it is advisable to contact an attorney as soon as possible, who can properly put your own insurance carrier on notice for an UNDERINSURED MOTORIST claim in the event there is not enough liability insurance on the taxi to cover you for your injuries.

If you have any questions about accidents involving Taxi Cabs, please contact Long Island Personal Injury Lawyer, Jeena R. Belil, using the contact form on this site or at 631-445-7380.