Vehicle Hits Pedestrian on Franklin Blvd in Pleasantville, NJ
Pleasantville, NJ (October 1, 2026) – A pedestrian was struck by a vehicle at Franklin Boulevard and Reading Avenue in Pleasantville on Thursday, October 1. The crash was reported at about 4:56 p.m.
Emergency units were called to assist at the intersection. Details about any injuries have not yet been released.
Local authorities are working to determine what led to the crash.
We hope everyone involved receives the care and support they need to recover.
How Does Comparative Fault Affect My Pedestrian Accident Claim in Pleasantville, NJ?
If you share some of the blame for a pedestrian accident in Pleasantville, the compensation you recover can be reduced by your percentage of fault. You generally cannot recover from a driver whose share of fault is lower than yours.
When a claim is reviewed, insurance companies may assign percentages of fault based on each person’s actions. If the case goes to trial, a jury can decide how responsibility should be divided between the pedestrian and the driver.
Because fault may be disputed, crosswalk signals, nearby camera footage, and witness accounts can help show what happened before the collision. This information may clarify what the pedestrian and driver were doing in the moments leading up to the crash.
Even if you share some fault, New Jersey’s no-fault insurance system may still provide PIP medical benefits after a pedestrian accident involving a motor vehicle. These benefits can cover eligible medical expenses without requiring proof that the driver caused the crash.
Beyond medical bills, you may still seek compensation from the driver for losses such as lost income and pain and suffering when allowed. Any compensation you receive can be reduced based on the percentage of fault assigned to you.
In New Jersey, you generally have two years from the crash date to file a personal injury lawsuit. Missing that deadline may prevent you from later seeking compensation through the courts.
To show how the crash happened, a pedestrian accident lawyer can review police reports, video footage, witness statements, and other evidence. The lawyer can also address disagreements over fault with the insurance company.
Our team at Garces, Grabler & LeBrocq helps injured pedestrians across New Jersey. We review the circumstances of the crash and explain how comparative fault may affect the compensation available in your case.
If you were hurt in a pedestrian accident in Pleasantville, call Garces, Grabler & LeBrocq at (800) 923-3456. We can discuss your situation, answer your questions, and explain what steps you should take next.
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