New Providence, NJ – Several Hurt in Pileup Rear-End Crash on I-78

New Providence, NJ (August 10, 2024) – There were multiple injuries after a multi-vehicle collision in the area of New Providence on Friday, August 9. The crash occurred on Interstate 78 WB near mile marker 43 at around 5:01 p.m. Local reports revealed that a westbound Honda Odyssey minivan collided with the back of a parked New Providence patrol vehicle on the west shoulder. 

The patrol car had flashing lights engaged at the time of the impact. The crash caused a chain-reaction accident involving a second patrol vehicle and a Mercedes-Benz that had been stopped by officials. Emergency crews were rushed to the scene, and two police officers were transported to Morristown Memorial Hospital for treatment of sustained injuries. The driver of the Honda was also hurt and hospitalized at the same medical facility. The occupants of the Mercedes-Benz were treated at the scene by attending medical personnel. No updates on the crash are currently available. 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.

Rear-End Collisions in New Jersey

It is hard to avoid a rear-end crash unless your eyes are glued to the rear-view mirror. Statistics show that these types of crashes are the most common on American roads. In a recent year, these accidents caused 31.1% of injuries, 7% of fatalities, and 32.5% of all crashes reported nationwide. There are over 1.7 million rear-end crashes annually, which cause about 500,000 injuries and 1,700 fatalities. It is difficult to know if or when you will be involved in a serious collision, and you need to be ready to take action in order to protect your legal rights during this difficult time. 

It is always in your best interests to work closely with a competent New Providence personal injury lawyer to make sure your personal injury case is handled properly from start to finish. The legal team at Garces, Grabler & LeBrocq is ready to fight to ensure your legal rights are protected. Contact us today at (800) 923-3456. 

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