From Soundview to Castle Hill, The Bronx is home to some of the most expansive and densely populated public housing developments in New York City. Thousands of people know these places as home but thousands of NYCHA residents live in buildings plagued by dangerous conditions—broken elevators, collapsing ceilings, unsafe stairwells, and unlit common areas and consequently often lead to serious injuries.
If you or a loved one has been injured in a Bronx NYCHA building, The Dearie Law Firm, P.C. is here to help. With over $400 million recovered for injury victims across New York, we certainly know how to hold NYCHA accountable and fight for the compensation you deserve.
Unsafe Conditions in Bronx NYCHA Housing
Many Bronx NYCHA developments suffer from years of neglect. Common causes of personal injury claims include:
Trip and Fall Hazards
Water-damaged floors, broken tiles, and neglected staircases are frequent sources of trip and fall accidents. Properties like Soundview, Patterson, Pelham Parkway, and Monroe regularly face complaints about unsafe walkways and common areas.
Elevator Accidents
Old or malfunctioning elevators continue to put residents at risk in buildings such as Edenwald, Forest, Butler, Jackson, and Marble Hill and eventually cause harm. A sudden stop or mechanical failure can result in head injuries, fractures, or worse especially when you’re not expecting it.
Ceiling Collapses and Water Leaks
Ceiling debris from leaks or sagging drywall is a persistent problem in developments like Mott Haven, Parkside, Morrisania, and Sedgwick. These incidents often happen without warning and can cause serious bodily harm.
Electrical Fires and Burn Injuries
Poor wiring, outdated panels, and overloaded circuits are common in older Bronx NYCHA buildings like Mill Brook, Bronx River, Moore, and Mitchel Houses and indeed catch fire. Fires caused by electrical failure can result in burn injuries or toxic smoke inhalation.
Poor Lighting and Security Risks
Dimly lit stairwells, hallways, and courtyards increase the likelihood of accidents and crime. Locations like University Avenue Rehab, Highbridge Gardens, and East 180th Street–Monterey Avenue have been the subject of repeated lighting and safety complaints and can consequently lead to injury.
Developments We Serve Across The Bronx
We represent tenants injured at Bronx NYCHA developments, including:
Major Developments:
Patterson, Soundview, Castle Hill, Forest, Edenwald, Pelham Parkway, McKinley, Monroe, Jackson, Butler, Melrose, Marble Hill, Throggs Neck, Mott Haven, Mitchel, Morris I & II, Sack Wern, Bronx River, Mill Brook, Fort Independence, Claremont Rehab
Notable Clusters & Extensions:
- Highbridge Gardens, Eastchester Gardens, University Avenue Rehab, Saint Mary’s Park, Boston Secor, Randall Avenue–Balcom Avenue, Morrisania Air Rights
- East 180th–Monterey, East 152nd–Courtlandt, Gun Hill, Boston Road Plaza, Teller Avenue–166th Street, Bryant–174th Street
- Stebbins–Hewitt, Bailey–193rd Street, Twin Parks East, Harrison Avenue Rehab, Webster, Parkside, Claremont Parkway–Franklin Avenue
- West Tremont–Sedgwick, Glebe–Westchester, Hunts Point Rehab, Morrisania, Union–163rd/166th, Hoe–173rd Street
- South Bronx Area (Site 402), Longfellow Avenue Rehab, West Farms Square Conventional, Clason Point Gardens, Eagle–163rd, East 165th–Bryant
Your Legal Options After a NYCHA Injury
If you were hurt due to dangerous conditions in a Bronx NYCHA development, you must act quickly. NYCHA injury cases are governed by strict NY state deadlines, and missing one could mean forfeiting your right to file.
- A Notice of Claim must be filed within just 90 days of your injury, a lawyer can help with this
- You have 1 year and 90 days from the date of the incident to file a lawsuit
- A 50-h hearing with the City may be required before litigation
At The Dearie Law Firm, P.C., we handle every step of the process—from collecting evidence and documenting your injuries to filing all legal paperwork and representing you in court. Don’t wait—time is limited, and evidence can disappear quickly.
Contact a Bronx NYCHA Injury Lawyer
Public housing residents in The Bronx deserve safe, livable conditions—and real accountability when negligence leads to harm. If you’ve suffered an injury due to NYCHA’s failure to maintain safe premises, you may be entitled to significant compensation.
The Dearie Law Firm, P.C. has a proven track record representing victims of NYCHA negligence. We’ve recovered over $400 million for injured New Yorkers.
Contact us today for a free consultation with an experienced Bronx NYCHA injury attorney.