Linden, NJ – Child Hurt in Pedestrian Crash on W St George Ave

Linden, NJ - Child Hurt in Pedestrian Crash on W St George Ave

Linden, NJ (May 28, 2024) – On Saturday, May 25, a child was injured after a pedestrian accident in the Linden area. The deadly accident was reported on W. St. George Avenue, near N. Stiles Street late that night, around 8:45 p.m. Local reports revealed that a six-year-old was crossing the road when they were hit by an oncoming motor vehicle.

Emergency crews were quickly dispatched after being notified of a serious pedestrian-vehicle accident. The injured juvenile was transported to Newark University Hospital for the treatment of non-life-threatening injuries. The area was temporarily closed while emergency responders were present. No updates on the condition of the involved party have been provided at this time. No further information on the crash is currently available. An ongoing investigation into the cause of the incident is being managed by local law enforcement officials.

Our thoughts are with the injured victim and their family at this time. We hope for a full recovery.

Pedestrian Accidents in New Jersey

Linden, NJ - Child Hurt in Pedestrian Crash on W St George AveEvery day, reckless motorists strike pedestrians, causing serious or even fatal injuries in the process. These accidents frequently leave helpless children or elderly with serious injuries. The number of pedestrian fatalities increased to 179 the next year from 176 in a recent year, according to the New Jersey State Police (NJSP). In comparison to 2020, there were 220 pedestrian fatalities in 2021, an increase of almost 23 percent. Pedestrian safety is important in New Jersey. The Governors Highway Safety Association (GHSA) has released preliminary data showing a nationwide increase in pedestrian fatalities from 6,412 in 2019 to over 6,700 in 2020. If you or someone close to you is unfairly hurt as a pedestrian, you should be ready to partner with a trained lawyer to pursue a strong claim for compensation.

It can seem nearly impossible to achieve a full recovery after a devastating pedestrian accident. When you work closely with a trained Linden personal injury lawyer, you will be in the best position to get the most out of your case. The legal team at Garces, Grabler & LeBrocq has a proven history of helping injured parties pursue full recoveries. Give us a call today at (800) 923-3456.

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