Edison, NJ – Brooklyn Man Hit By Truck On NJ-287

Edison, NJ (April 30, 2024) – On Monday, April 29, a Brooklyn man was injured after being hit by a tractor-trailer in the Edison area. The accident took place on NJ-287 near mile marker 1.2 early that morning around 12:31 a.m. Local reports revealed that the victim was traveling northbound in a Mercedez-Benz when they were involved in a single-vehicle crash.

The accident caused the man’s vehicle to become disabled. The 69-year-old driver exited the vehicle. It was then that an oncoming Freightliner tractor-trailer hit the car and the pedestrian. Emergency crews were rushed to the scene to render aid to the involved parties. The injured victim was later transported to a local hospital for the treatment of sustained injuries. The area was temporarily closed while emergency responders were present. No further information on the accident is currently available. An ongoing investigation into the cause of the crash is being handled by local law enforcement officials.

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

Tractor-trailer Crashes in New Jersey

Being a center for industry, semi-trucks and tractor trailers are frequently seen on New Jersey’s roadways, which contributes to the state’s high rate of truck accidents. Statistics on truck accidents in New Jersey reveal that there were 35 truck accident fatalities and 32 tractor-trailer crashes across the state in a recent year. A total of 4,714 persons lost their lives in heavy truck crashes in 2021— nearly 17 percent increase over 2020. Truck occupants accounted for 16 percent of these deaths, followed by automobile and other passenger vehicle occupants making up 68 percent, and pedestrians, cyclists, and motorcyclists making up 15 percent of related deaths. If you or someone close to you is hurt in a trucking accident, you must be ready to pursue a claim for compensation with the help of a trained lawyer.

When you work with an experienced Edison truck accident lawyer, you will be in the best position to get the full value of your case. The legal team at Garces, Grabler & LeBrocq is ready to fight for your case. Contact our offices today at 800) 923-3456 to discuss your case with a caring lawyer and get started on your claim.

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