Taxi Accident Lawyers in Queens
Passengers, pedestrians and other drivers hurt in collisions involving yellow cabs and for-hire vehicles. Free consultation, and no fee unless we win.
Who insures a taxi, and what that means
Licensed New York taxis and for-hire vehicles carry commercial insurance, and passengers are generally entitled to no-fault benefits for medical treatment and part of their lost earnings, with the usual 30-day application deadline.
Ownership is often more complicated than it looks. The driver may lease the vehicle, the medallion may be held by a corporation, and the insurance may sit with an entity you never dealt with. Identifying the right parties early affects what coverage is available.
Get the medallion or licence number, the driver's name, and a copy of the trip record if you can. If you booked through an app, the electronic record of the trip is useful evidence and worth saving.
How Davidov & Cohen can help
We take the administrative weight off you and put the case on a footing where the other side has a reason to deal with it properly.
We identify the right policy
Driver, vehicle owner, medallion holder and base may all be different entities with different insurers. We work out which coverage responds.
We deal with the insurers
Every call, form and deadline runs through us. You stop fielding adjusters and can concentrate on getting better.
We document the full injury
We work with your treating doctors, and specialists where a case calls for one, so the record reflects what the injury actually costs you.
We prepare it as a trial case
Most claims settle. They settle for more when the file is built as though it will be tried, and the other side knows it.
Taxi cases we handle
- Passengers injured in a cab
- Pedestrians struck by a taxi
- Cyclists struck by a taxi
- Collisions with other vehicles
- Doorings by taxi passengers
- Injuries entering or exiting
- Sudden stops and abrupt lane changes
- Unlicensed and unlawful operation
- For-hire and livery vehicles
- Airport and highway collisions
- Uninsured drivers
- Hit and run involving a cab
How long you have to file
In New York the general deadline for a personal injury claim is three years from the date of the injury. Several exceptions are much shorter — a claim against the City, the MTA or another public body usually requires a notice of claim within 90 days, and wrongful death has its own two-year limit. Because the short deadlines are the easy ones to miss, it is worth a call early even if you have not decided whether to bring a claim.
Common questions
I was a passenger. Do I have to prove who was at fault?
For no-fault benefits, generally no — they are payable regardless of fault. A claim for pain and suffering does depend on fault, but as a passenger you are rarely the one blamed.
The driver said it was the other car's fault. Does that matter to me?
As a passenger you can usually claim against whichever driver was responsible, and often against both while that is worked out. You are not required to resolve their dispute first.
The insurer already offered me money. Should I take it?
Speak to a lawyer first. Early offers usually arrive before the full extent of an injury is known, and accepting one normally means signing a release that ends the claim — including for treatment you have not had yet.
What if the accident was partly my fault?
New York uses pure comparative negligence. Your compensation is reduced by your share of the fault rather than barred outright, so even someone substantially at fault may still recover. It is worth having someone look at it before you assume otherwise.
What does it cost to hire you?
Nothing up front. We work on a contingency fee, so our fee comes out of a recovery and there is no fee if there is no recovery. The consultation is free.
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Millions Recovered for Injured New Yorkers
At Davidov & Cohen Law, we are proud to have recovered millions of dollars in compensation for our clients who have suffered injuries due to the negligence of others. Our dedicated legal team has successfully handled a wide range of personal injury cases, including motor vehicle accidents, slip and falls, construction site injuries, and more.
We understand the physical, emotional, and financial toll that an injury can take, which is why we fight tirelessly to secure the maximum compensation our clients deserve. Through aggressive negotiation and skilled litigation, we hold negligent parties accountable and help our clients rebuild their lives.
Every case we take on is pursued with determination and personalized attention. When you choose Davidov & Cohen Law, you are choosing experienced advocates committed to achieving justice for you and your family.
What Our Clients Say
After losing hope, I had the good fortune of getting in touch with David & Ben. They treated me as family with genuine personal care. Their knowledge & expertise exceeded my expectations.
This firm handled my case so quick and efficiently. They were able to get me the max settlement in only 3 months after my accident.
Excellent attorneys. Transparent and professional. Got my settlement for full policy within 4 months of my accident. Thank you David. Highly recommend!!!