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Everyday Law · Appellate Division of the Supreme Court of the State of New York

Sep 30, 2026 · 2025-00773 · Appeal

An injured driver argues about a late claim with a transit authority official at an intersection.AI illustration

Can a man file a late claim after a bus crash injury?

A driver seeks to file a late claim after a bus incident at a red light.

TL;DR

  1. 1A man got hurt after a New York City bus hit his car at a red light.
  2. 2He filed his claim late, but another passenger had already filed a timely claim.
  3. 3He wants to file late, arguing the bus company knew about the crash details early.

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Should this man be allowed to file a late injury claim about the bus crash?

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