3 New Yorkers file a class-action lawsuit against the MTA over accessibility issues

NEW YORK CITY (WABC) -- Three New Yorkers with disabilities have filed a class-action lawsuit against the MTA.

They're demanding that the MTA fix the gaps between subway trains and station platforms that can challenge riders who are blind or use a wheelchair.

The suit accuses the agency of violating the city's human rights law by not eliminating vertical and horizontal gaps of several inches.

An MTA spokesperson released a statement responding to the pending litigation.

"I'm not going to comment on the specifics of this lawsuit, however I will say no agency has ever made a stronger commitment when it comes to focusing on making the transit system accessible for all riders," MTA Chief Accessibility and Senior Advisor Quemuel Arroyo said. "This is reflected in the 15 accessibility projects completed during COVID, the $5.2 billion investment for accessibility upgrades in the 2020-2024 capital plan, and the historic settlement reached with disability advocates that provide a roadmap for making the subway system accessible."

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