On July 2, 2025, at around 6:15 am, a bus crash involving three NJ Transit buses occurred at the Port Authority Bus Terminal in New York City. Twelve people suffered non-life-threatening injuries, with one driver requiring extrication from the bus and hospitalization for moderate injuries.
The crash caused significant traffic and disruption to the morning rush hour and commute, including shutting down inbound traffic from the Lincoln Tunnel. NJ Transit rerouted buses to Secaucus Junction, Newark Penn Station, and Hoboken Terminal. Full bus service resumed by mid-morning, but investigations into the cause of the crash. There is a suggestion that possibly the driver suffered medical emergency. The investigation is ongoing.
As injury attorneys we at Davis, Saperstein & Salomon, P.C., wish everyone injured by this accident a speedy and full recovery. As a law firm that has spent decades fighting for injured victims, especially those in bus accidents, we understand how overwhelming and traumatic these situations can be.
The sooner those injured in this bus crash consults with a qualified personal injury lawyer, the better their chances are of winning full compensation for their pain and suffering, disabilities and economic losses. For over 40 years, the partners and lawyers at Davis, Saperstein & Salomon, P.C. have been helping injured bus accident victims stand up for their rights. We offer compassionate, skilled legal representation to ensure our clients receive the compensation they deserve for suffering from a bus driver’s negligence. If you are in need of a New York or New Jersey bus accident attorney, you’ve come to the right place.
New Jersey’s Tort Claim Notice
In the State of New Jersey, an adult normally has two years to file a lawsuit. However, since this Port Authority bus accident involved a collision of New Jersey Transit buses, the injured passengers have only 90 days to file a Tort Claims Notice with New Jersey Transit and others, including the Port Authority of New York and New Jersey who may also share in responsibility. Often, the bus itself may be owned by the PA, or there may have been a signaling problem, so a separate Notice of Claim must be served on the Port Authority of the New Jersey and New York. There may be other potential defendants involved as the investigation is ongoing. Any person who may have suffered physical and emotional injuries should consult with an experienced personal injury lawyer who has a track record of suing New Jersey Transit in the past. These required Tort Claims Notice forms are highly technical and must be delivered to an exact address on the prescribed form before the expiration of 90 days. For New Jersey Transit the form is commonly known as “Claims for Damages Against New Jersey Transit” tort claims notice.
Because New Jersey Transit is considered a public entity, failure to file the mandatory notice within the 90-day requirement is usually fatal to bringing a claim. After that a late notice of claim may be filed with the permission of a New Jersey Superior Court Judge and such permission is rare. To learn their rights and to find out more, we urge those injured to call attorney Marc C. Saperstein, Esq., at Teaneck, NJ’s Davis, Saperstein & Salomon, P.C.’s hotline at (800) 529-2000 for free advice and a confidential legal consultation
The Statute of Limitations to sue the Port Authority is only one year, so this could complicate matters more since the investigation of this bus collision could take months. The Port Authority has its own form and requirements in order to sue the PA.
Common Causes of Bus Accidents
Davis, Saperstein & Salomon, P.C., Founding Partner Marc C. Saperstein, Esq., has handled some of the most serious and high-profile bus crash cases in the country, and has for decades represented victims of New Jersey Transit and other private operator accidents, including a collision involving several students injured in the 2018 Paramus school bus crash on Route 80 in Mount Olive, NJ. He is nationally recognized for his work as a personal injury lawyer. According to Marc Saperstein, “as a common carrier, it’s important to understand that New Jersey Transit and Port Authority bus drivers are trained professionals who are held to a higher legal and safety standard than other commercial bus drivers. Saperstein further said, “these types of crashes are not just accidents, they are caused by negligence, and those victims who suffered injuries, lost wages, and now have medical bills should reach out to an experienced New Jersey and New York bus accident attorney as soon as possible to start building their case. Marc Saperstein happens to be members of both the New Jersey Bar and the New York Bar.
At Davis, Saperstein & Salomon, P.C., Marc’s team of New York bus accident attorneys and New Jersey personal injury lawyers have years of experience investigating bus crashes and uncovering the truth. Some of the most common causes of bus accidents include:
- Distracted or inattentive driving
- Driver fatigue or falling asleep at the wheel
- Speeding or reckless driving
- Failure to properly maintain or inspect the bus
- Mechanical or brake failure
- Inadequate training or supervision
- Medical emergencies or unreported health conditions
Public transportation drivers are responsible for the safety of thousands of passengers every day, and when that trust is broken, whether due to any form of negligence, the consequences can be life-altering. Operating a public transportation vehicle through busy New York City streets, tunnels, and terminals requires thorough training, strict adherence to safety protocols, and constant focus.
Need Legal Help?
Over his 44 years as a New York trial lawyer and New Jersey Certified Civil Trial Attorney, Marc C. Saperstein, Esq., has helped thousands of accident victims win settlements or verdicts in complex truck and bus accident litigation, construction site injuries, product liability cases, and diet drug litigation. During his career, Marc C. Saperstein, Esq., successfully settled on behalf of his clients, over 50 cases in excess of one million dollars. for his clients and their families’ damages. He is a past president of the New Jersey Association for Justice, formerly known as the Association of Trial Lawyers of America – NJ. For the past 18 years, he has served as Co-Chair and founder of the annual New Jersey Association for Justice’s Meadowlands Seminar, one of New Jersey’s largest gatherings of injury lawyers, drawing over 800 attorneys each year. In 2022, he was awarded the Gold Medal for Distinguished Service by the New Jersey Association for Justice (NJAJ). He has also been awarded an AV Preeminent rating from Martindale-Hubbell, which is the highest rating for a practicing lawyer based upon peer review endorsement. He has been selected as a New Jersey SuperLawyer by Thompson Reuters, for the past consecutive 15 years.
To speak with Marc Saperstein Esq., for a free, no-obligation, consultation or second opinion, he can be contacted at (800) 529-2000 or at Marc.Saperstein@dsslaw.com to schedule a meeting. There is no charge for the consultation, and we are happy to meet with you in person or virtually via FaceTime, Zoom. We have Spanish speaking attorneys on-site and offer translations for Korean, Polish, Italian, Albanian, Russian, Portuguese, and many more languages, in case English is not your preferred language. It’s important to act fast so your attorney can begin building a strong case for you. Contact us today to get started.
Call Davis, Saperstein & Salomon P.C.
If you or a loved one has been injured in a bus accident involving a public entity like NJ Transit or the Port Authority, it’s crucial to talk with an experienced personal injury attorney as soon as possible to file your Notice of Claim and start working on your case. Davis, Saperstein & Salomon P.C., continues to represent accident victims and their families with the legal guidance and care they deserve. If injured in an accident with a bus, port authority, private operator, or any other public entity, our team of experienced New York and New Jersey personal injury attorneys is here to help guide and support you through this process. Do not hesitate to reach out if you have questions or need assistance for a free consultation.
Clients seeking experienced personal injury lawyers in Teaneck, NJ, or the surrounding Bergen County area can contact Davis, Saperstein & Salomon, P.C. at 1-800-LAW-2000 or via email at info@dsslaw.com. Our firm offers free, confidential and no-obligation, consultations or second opinions, and has offices throughout New Jersey and New York City. We take cases on a contingency basis, meaning clients pay nothing unless the firm wins their case.
At Davis, Saperstein & Salomon, P.C., we bring legal experience and care to every case we handle. We believe no one should suffer because of someone else’s reckless actions. Never settle for less, call us now.
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