New York straphangers are upset that the Metropolitan Transportation Authority decided to recently close the 4,5 and 6 trains during the week as a plan to quickly repair lines throughout the city. Construction accidents could also result as crews rush to complete the work.

While our New York construction accident sympathize with the people who are being inconvenienced by the closures, we hope that those working on these lines stay safe and efficient even as they rush to meet deadlines.mqKAycg.jpg

With the outpouring of frustration from MTA riders, it's likely these deadlines will be squeezed and it's added pressure and sloppy work that can lead to others, including subway patrons, being injured in a New York construction accident.

The Huffington Post is reporting that several lines will be closed periodically for several months. Commuters on the 4,5 and 6  trains weren't able to use them from 10 p.m. to 5 a.m. every night the week of January 9.

MTA officials have said that the Seventh Avenue 1,2 and 3 trains and Sixth Avenue B, D, F and M trains will have delays in February, while the Eighth Avenue A, C and E trains will undergo changes in March.

Authorities had planned the weekday construction in order to avoid having to close the lines on weekends, though nighttime commuters still were upset with the delays, especially those who didn't know about the delays in advance.

But there is also concern for those who could be affected by the construction work. No doubt the contractors and workers on these projects are feeling the heat. MTA officials likely have told them to rush their work in order to avoid any delays.

While employees injured on the job are typically covered under workers' compensation laws, those injured because of negligence on the part of a contractor may also benefit from a personal injury claim. The same goes for subway patrons who may be injured as a result of subway accidents.

New York's subway system has had its share of accidents, including last June, when a 21-year-old woman passed out because of the heat and was killed when a train struck her.

Not properly fixing the tracks could also be a problem in the future. Once trains start up again, if the work wasn't done correctly, it could pose problems for the operation of the trains. The subway system is very complex and is based on proper timing. The aging system also continues to have its share of problems. Let's hope this latest round of fixes doesn't contribute to the problems.

The Manhattan injury lawyers at Antin, Ehrlich & Epstein can be reached toll free at 888-563-4213.