Monroe Twp, NJ – Injuries in Tractor-trailer Accident on NJ Tpke

Monroe Twp, NJ - Injuries in Tractor-trailer Accident on NJ Tpke

Monroe Twp., NJ (July 23, 2024) – There were reported injuries after a crash involving two tractor-trailers in the area of Monroe Township on Saturday, July 20. The accident was reported on the New Jersey Turnpike near mile marker 73 early that morning around 12:45 a.m. It was reported that the two commercial trucks were traveling northbound when they were involved in a crash. 

The impact caused one of the vehicles to catch fire, and emergency crews were rushed to the scene to extinguish the blaze and provide aid to the involved parties. The injured victims were treated at the scene by attending medical personnel, and those requiring additional treatment were later hospitalized by ambulance. No further updates on the conditions of the involved parties have been provided. An ongoing investigation into the cause of the accident is being managed by local law enforcement officials. 

Our thoughts are with the injured victims and their families at this time. We hope for their full recovery.

Tractor-Trailer Crashes in New Jersey

Monroe Twp, NJ - Injuries in Tractor-trailer Accident on NJ TpkeLarge semi-trucks have the potential to cause complete destruction in the event of a crash, especially for people in smaller passenger automobiles. Massive commercial trucks can easily cause injuries that could change someone’s life because of their size and weight. The National Safety Council (NSC) reports that heavy vehicle crashes resulted in 4,842 fatalities in 2020, a 33 percent increase from 2011. As of 2020, semi-trucks are now involved in about 9 percent of all fatal collisions. It is crucial that you are ready to pursue a successful claim for damages in the event that you or a loved one is hurt in a trucking accident. 

It is difficult to manage the aftermath of a catastrophic trucking accident on your own. You may be able to pursue a personal injury claim in order to achieve a full recovery. A competent Monroe Township semi-truck accident lawyer will be ready to fight for your full recovery. The legal team at Garces, Grabler & LeBrocq is ready to fight to defend your legal rights. If you are ready to get to work on your case, contact our offices today at (800) 923-3456 to discuss your situation with a skilled legal team. 

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