Jamaica, NY 11432 Personal Injury & Car Accident Lawyer

By Mark Kandkhorov, Esq. | Queens personal injury attorney | Updated November 10, 2026

If you’ve been hurt in an accident in Jamaica, Kand Personal Injury Lawyers can help. Our office at 215-15 Northern Blvd in Bayside is a short drive away, and we’ve recovered over $30 million for injured clients across New York.

Hablamos español. Si usted o un ser querido resultó herido en un accidente en Jamaica, llámenos al (718) 998-6788 para una consulta gratuita. No cobramos honorarios a menos que ganemos su caso.

Jamaica is the transit hub of southeast Queens, and its streets carry some of the heaviest bus, car and foot traffic in the borough. In a September 2026 analysis of the most dangerous major streets in New York City, Transportation Alternatives and Families for Safe Streets ranked Jamaica Avenue and Liberty Avenue among the 10 most dangerous streets in Queens. Both run through Jamaica.

Injury Cases We Handle in Jamaica

• Pedestrian accidents: People struck crossing Jamaica Ave, Hillside Ave, Archer Ave, Sutphin Blvd, Parsons Blvd and Merrick Blvd, and around the Jamaica LIRR and AirTrain station, Jamaica Center and York College.
• Bus accidents: Dozens of MTA bus routes run through Downtown Jamaica, and the Jamaica Ave and Archer Ave busways serve about 250,000 daily riders, according to NYC DOT. Bus claims come with much shorter notice deadlines.
• Hit-and-run accidents: Recovering compensation when the driver flees, through your own coverage or MVAIC.
• Car accidents: Rear-end, intersection and lane-change crashes on Jamaica Ave, Hillside Ave, Liberty Ave, Merrick Blvd, Guy R. Brewer Blvd and the Van Wyck Expressway and Grand Central Parkway.
• Truck and delivery vehicle crashes: Delivery trucks serving Jamaica Ave’s busy commercial strip, and commercial traffic heading to and from JFK Airport.
• Uber, Lyft and taxi accidents: Including crashes involving rideshare drivers headed to and from JFK. These claims often involve more than one insurer.
• Slip and fall accidents: Injuries in stores, apartment buildings, transit stations and on sidewalks where property owners failed to fix hazards.

Dangerous Roads in Jamaica

Jamaica Avenue is one of the busiest commercial corridors in Queens, with crowded sidewalks, frequent buses and drivers turning across pedestrians. A driver fatally struck a woman in a hit-and-run on Jamaica Ave near Parsons Blvd in March 2026. Hillside Avenue is a wide, fast road where several pedestrians have been killed by hit-and-run drivers in recent years. Archer Avenue and Sutphin Boulevard surround the Jamaica LIRR and subway stations, where heavy foot traffic meets buses, taxis and cars. And the Van Wyck Expressway carries high-speed airport traffic right through the neighborhood.

Why Jamaica Residents Choose Kand Personal Injury Lawyers

• Close to the courthouse: Queens injury lawsuits are filed at the Queens County Supreme Court on Sutphin Blvd in Jamaica, and our Bayside office is a short drive away. We know the courts, the roads and the insurance companies.
• Direct attorney access: You’ll speak with your lawyer, not just a case manager.
• Proven results: Past recoveries include $900,000 for a rear-end collision, $800,000 for a truck accident and $750,000 for a pedestrian struck by a vehicle.
• Recognized by our peers and clients: A 9.7 Avvo rating, Avvo Clients’ Choice Award and Super Lawyers Rising Star.

No Fee Unless We Win

We work on a contingency fee basis. There’s nothing to pay upfront, and you owe no attorney’s fee unless we recover compensation for you. Consultations are free, by phone or at our office.

Hit by a Driver Who Fled or Had No Insurance?

Hit-and-run crashes are a recurring problem in Jamaica, especially on Jamaica Ave and Hillside Ave. If the driver is never identified, you may still be able to recover through your own policy’s uninsured motorist coverage or, if you have no auto policy, through the Motor Vehicle Accident Indemnification Corporation (MVAIC). These claims have strict requirements, generally including a police report within 24 hours and written notice within 90 days, so call us as soon as you can. Learn more about hit-and-run accident claims.

What to Do After an Accident in Jamaica

1. Get medical care right away, even if you feel fine; some injuries surface days later.
2. Call 911 and get a police report. If the driver fled, report it to police within 24 hours.
3. Photograph the scene, the vehicles and your injuries, and get witness contact information. Note nearby storefronts that may have cameras.
4. If a bus was involved, write down the route, the bus number and the time.
5. File your no-fault (PIP) application with the insurer; New York generally requires this within 30 days.
6. Don’t give a recorded statement to the other side’s insurer before speaking with a lawyer.

Important Deadlines in New York

Most New York personal injury claims must be filed within three years. Claims against New York City or public authorities such as the MTA usually require a Notice of Claim within just 90 days. With so many MTA buses in Downtown Jamaica, that shorter deadline comes up often. Storefront and bus camera footage is often recorded over within days, so calling a lawyer early helps preserve evidence. Read our guide to how long you have to sue after a car accident in Queens.

Jamaica Injury FAQ

Do I need to come to your office?

No. We can handle most of your case by phone, email and video. If you’d like to meet in person, our Bayside office is a short drive from Jamaica.

Where would my case be filed?

Most Queens car accident lawsuits are filed in the Supreme Court of the State of New York, Queens County, at 88-11 Sutphin Boulevard in Jamaica.

What areas near Jamaica do you serve?

All of Jamaica, Jamaica Estates, Jamaica Hills and South Jamaica (11432, 11433, 11434, 11435, 11436), plus Forest Hills, Fresh Meadows and the rest of Queens and New York City.

What if I was partly at fault?

It depends on the type of case. For car and other motor vehicle accidents, New York now follows a modified comparative negligence rule: you can recover as long as you are not more than 50% at fault, with your compensation reduced by your share. For slip-and-fall and other premises cases, you can still recover even if you share some fault, reduced by your percentage of responsibility.

How much is my case worth?

It depends on your injuries, medical costs, lost income and the available insurance. We’ll give you an honest assessment at your free consultation.

Contact Kand Personal Injury Lawyers Today

Hablamos español. Call (718) 998-6788 or visit us at 215-15 Northern Blvd, Suite 3, Bayside, NY 11361. Our hours are Monday–Thursday 9AM–5PM, Friday 10AM–6PM and Saturday 9AM–5PM.

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