Northvale, NJ – Woman Killed After Being Struck by Car at Clinton & West Aves

Northvale, NJ (April 18, 2026) – A 66-year-old Northvale woman died on Friday, April 17, after a car struck her at the intersection of Clinton and West avenues in Northvale. The crash happened at approximately 11:20 a.m.

Emergency units arrived and delivered first aid to the woman before medevac transported her to Hackensack University Medical Center in Hackensack. Officials confirmed that the woman died from her injuries later that evening. Her identity will be released once her next of kin have been notified.

The driver, a 51-year-old man from North Brunswick, stayed at the scene after the crash. Authorities continue to investigate the cause of the crash.

We extend our sincere condolences to the family and loved ones of the woman who lost her life.

Who Can File a Wrongful Death Claim in New Jersey?

Under New Jersey law, the personal representative files the wrongful death claim on behalf of beneficiaries. This representative is usually named in the will or appointed by the court if no will exists. They act on behalf of surviving family members who may be entitled to recover financial losses related to the death.

A surviving spouse and children are the primary beneficiaries in most New Jersey wrongful death cases. They may be entitled to recover financial losses caused by the death. These losses can include lost income, household contributions, and related expenses.

Other family members may also qualify as beneficiaries. Parents of the deceased, surviving siblings, or those who depended financially on the victim may be eligible. Eligibility depends on the specific circumstances of each case.

Compensation recovered in a wrongful death case is distributed among the eligible beneficiaries. Courts consider each person’s financial dependence on the deceased when dividing the award. Distribution is not always equal and varies case by case.

New Jersey imposes a two-year statute of limitations on wrongful death claims. Filing after that deadline may prevent a family from recovering any compensation. Acting promptly helps preserve the estate’s legal options.

A New Jersey wrongful death lawyer manages the filing process and handles communications with insurers. An attorney can also gather evidence, document losses, and present the claim on the family’s behalf. Legal guidance helps protect the rights of the estate throughout the process.

At Garces, Grabler & LeBrocq, we have years of experience handling wrongful death cases across New Jersey. Our team can review the details of your situation and explain what options may be available to your family.

You can contact Garces, Grabler & LeBrocq at (800) 923-3456 to learn more about how we can assist you after the sudden loss of a loved one in a Northvale pedestrian accident.

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