Two Pedestrians Struck at Madison Ave & Ventnor Ave in Margate, NJ
Margate, NJ (August 25, 2026) – Two pedestrians were struck near Madison and Ventnor Avenues in Margate on Monday, August 24. The collision was reported at about 8:32 p.m.
An ambulance was requested to assist the pedestrians. Details about their injuries have not yet been released.
Authorities are working to determine what caused the crash.
Our thoughts are with the pedestrians and their loved ones during this time.
Who Pays My Medical Bills After a Pedestrian Accident in Margate, NJ?
After a pedestrian accident in Margate, your medical bills may be paid through personal injury protection, or PIP, under your auto policy or a household member’s policy. Health insurance may also help with treatment, depending on the available coverage.
Because PIP is no-fault coverage, it can pay eligible medical expenses without waiting for fault to be decided. Notify the insurer promptly and ask whether your policy requires preapproval or other steps before treatment.
When no applicable auto policy exists, the PIP coverage connected to the vehicle involved may be available. Health insurance may also help pay for care, while limited circumstances may allow benefits through New Jersey’s Unsatisfied Claim and Judgment Fund.
If a driver caused the crash, that driver’s liability coverage may be available for losses not fully covered by PIP or health insurance. A claim may include unpaid medical costs, lost income, and other losses connected to the injuries.
After receiving care, keep hospital bills, prescriptions, treatment plans, insurance notices, and explanation-of-benefits forms in one file. These records can help show the care you received, insurance payments, and any remaining balances.
Before accepting a settlement, consider whether you still need treatment and how future costs could affect your recovery. An early offer may not account for ongoing medical care or income you lose while recovering.
If medical bills are denied or coverage is unclear, a pedestrian accident lawyer can identify available policies, review the insurer’s position, and determine whether a claim against a driver is appropriate. Legal guidance can help address unpaid bills and future needs.
At Garces, Grabler & LeBrocq, we help people injured in pedestrian crashes across New Jersey understand their legal options. Our team reviews the details and provides clear guidance throughout the claims process.
If you were injured in a pedestrian crash in Margate, call Garces, Grabler & LeBrocq at (800) 923-3456. Our team can answer your questions about medical expenses, insurance coverage, and the next steps.
Notes: Our accident news pieces utilize secondary sources like police and fire accident reports, news articles, and eyewitness testimonies. We have not independently verified this information at Garces, Grabler & LeBrocq. If you find inaccuracies, please contact us for correction. To request post-removal, please inform us, and we will promptly comply.
Disclaimer: This content is not a business solicitation, and none of the information provided should be construed as legal or medical advice. Additionally, the featured image in this post is not from the actual accident scene.
