Written/Reviewed By:
Barry S. Kantrowitz, Esq.Last Updated: Apr 3, 2026
Read Time: 3 mins
Traffic in the New York metropolitan area is always dense, so it’s no surprise that the number of accidents is typically higher than in most other U.S. cities. Taxis and other for-hire car services comprise a major portion of New York traffic. If you are injured in a taxi collision, either as a passenger or in another vehicle, understanding the liability of all parties is challenging. An experienced New York car accident lawyer at Kantrowitz, Goldhamer, Graifman, Perlmutter & Carballo, P.C. can help you prepare and file your personal injury claim.
Taxi Accidents in New York City
It’s challenging to understand how pervasive accidents involving taxis are because New York City’s Taxi and Limousine Commission (TLC) lumps together those numbers with those for limousines and livery cabs. TLC’s 2020 Factbook showed a decline in crashes involving TLC-licensed vehicles that resulted in an injury from an average of 883 per month in 2018 to 819 per month in 2019. In addition, the number of crashes that resulted in a serious injury or a fatality dropped from 40 in 2018 to 32 in 2019–implying that the number of fatalities alone increased from 16 in 2018 to 20 in 2019. Nevertheless, it remains a serious issue.
Taxi Insurance Requirements
People should be aware that insurance requirements in New York are higher for vehicles licensed by the TLC than for other vehicles not under their jurisdiction, such as gypsy cabs. New York State law requires owners of all motor vehicles to have third-party liability coverage of at least $25,000 for one person injured in an accident and $50,000 for all persons injured. In addition, the TLC, as one of its criteria to be licensed, requires owners to maintain liability coverage of no less than $100,000 per person and $300,000 per incident.
That could potentially mean a better chance of being fully compensated for an injury claim if your accident involved a taxi, limousine, or livery cab. You can be awarded damages for medical costs and lost wages resulting from physical injury and disability and for suffering related to emotional trauma.
Unlike drivers for rideshare companies like Uber and Lyft, taxi drivers are not contract workers but full-time employees. As a result, if you are injured in an accident involving a taxi–both the driver and the company could be liable for damages. A taxi accident lawyer at our firm can help you sort out the complex liability issues.
Contact us for a free consultation
The car accident lawyers at Kantrowitz, Goldhamer, Graifman, Perlmutter & Carballo, P.C. have been helping victims for over 50 years in New York and New Jersey. If you have been injured in an accident involving a taxi, we can guide you through the process of filing a personal injury claim and help you win the compensation you are entitled to. We serve New York and northern New Jersey metropolitan areas, Rockland County and Bergen County. For a free consultation, contact us at our offices.
Get in Touch
"*" indicates required fields
Posted on Google
Kenny Perlow15 days agoTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google.
KGG Law, and Barry Kantrowitz in particular, set the bar high for what a thorough, practical, strategic, compassionate and smart lawyer can be. Everything about Barry's advice and representation was exemplary and the stress mitigation that resulted was invaluable. On top of that, the ultimate result Barry achieved was beyond what was reasonable to expect and we are forever grateful. Often, people say that you hire a lawyer to prevent a problem. Sometimes, unfortunately, you need an attorney to solve a problem and I could not recommend Barry and his firm any more highly in that regard.Posted on Google
Aliza Ali79 days agoTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google.
My dad had a great experience with this law firm. From the very beginning, the team was professional, knowledgeable, and always willing to answer our questions. They kept us informed throughout the entire process and made what could have been a very stressful situation much easier to handle. We truly appreciated their dedication, honesty, and hard work. Thanks to their support, my dad felt confident every step of the way. We are very grateful for everything they did and would highly recommend this firm to anyone looking for reliable legal representation.Posted on Google
Jana Montero82 days agoTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google.
I had a wonderful experience working with Sam Smith. He was very responsive, thorough, and easy to work with from start to finish. He walked me through everything clearly and made what started as a very stressful situation for me into something completely manageable. I would not hesitate to recommend him and the firm!Posted on Google
Mike Sakmann88 days agoTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google.
I sought legal advice regarding an employment matter and had an excellent experience working with Sam Smith, Esq. at KGG Law. Sam was thorough, attentive, and took the time to listen carefully to my concerns before providing clear, thoughtful guidance. I appreciated the professionalism and care shown throughout the process, and I would confidently recommend KGG Law to anyone in need of legal assistance.Posted on Google
Liz Hecker94 days agoTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google.
I can't say enough about this firm. They manage to comfort you during the whole legal process while staying professional and doing what is right. I would recommend them to anyone and also hire them again if I need legal help.Posted on Google
Brandy Miller117 days agoTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google.
Kate is the best. She helped me very quickly, and was very attentive with all of my needs. So thankful for herPosted on Google
Mike Greenspan130 days agoTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google.
Kate Carballo is a dedicated, passionate, and creative attorney whom I had the pleasure to lecture with at a state trial lawyer's conference. Kate's lecture demonstrated how she uses her innovative and "out-of-the-box thinking" to achieve outstanding results for her injured clients. That Kate is certified by the Supreme Court of New Jersey as a civil trial attorney is a testament to her skills, experience and commitment to excellence.Posted on Google
Jonathan Sampson137 days agoTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google.
Was referred to KGG law by a friend and could not have asked for better legal representation. They walked me through every step of the process after my accident and began every call with “ how are you feeling” which was just one example of how much they care about their clients. They handled my case very efficiently, professionally and courteously. My attorney Kate Carballo was a rock star! So clearly experienced, she consistently made me feel at ease with the process. Highly recommendPosted on Google
Vinnie Kung140 days agoTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google.
We had a great experience with the team at KGG Law. While it was a traumatic time for our family, they made it very easy for us and explained all of our options. They even performed due diligence to make sure that after our settlement, there would be no further issues which I think is even more important than the settlement itself. Thank you!Posted on Google
Lynn Gill141 days agoTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google.
The personnel at this business were second to none. Everyone was super responsive and amazing to work with. For any future legal needs, this will be my go-to, hands down.