Newark, NJ – Collision with Injuries at Clifton Ave & Ballantine Pkwy

Newark, NJ (December 30, 2024) – At least one person suffered injuries in the aftermath of a serious car wreck in Newark on Monday, December 30. Early that morning, around 8:31 a.m., emergency responders were dispatched to the scene at the crossing of Clifton Avenue and Ballantine Parkway. The number and severity of the resulting injuries have not yet been determined. 

The injured parties were treated at the scene before being transferred to local hospitals by ambulance. At this time, the circumstances leading to the collision have not been provided. The area was temporarily closed while emergency crews worked the scene. Tow trucks were needed to remove the resulting debris and reopen the area to outside traffic. No additional updates on the accident are currently available. Local law enforcement officials are in charge of the ongoing accident investigation. 

Our thoughts are with the injured victims and their families at this time. We hope for their full recovery.

New Jersey Car Crashes

Car crashes are the main cause of death and injury in New Jersey and the rest of the United States. Every year, about 32,000 car accidents kill people in the United States, with almost 500 of these crashes taking place in the Garden State. A combined 240,000 non-fatal collisions are reported annually in the state, increasing each year. Some of the most common things that lead to crashes are speeding, driving while drunk, and being distracted behind the wheel. You should be ready to work closely with a skilled legal team to cover your injuries and other damages after a big car accident to protect your rights, as this is often the only way to achieve the fair recovery you are owed. 

It can be intimidating to go up against a large insurance company after being unfairly hurt by a reckless driver. Luckily, you do not have to be on your own during this time. You can consult with a competent team of Newark car accident lawyers to make sure your case is handled properly at every stage. Contact the offices of Graces, Grabler & LeBrocq today at (800) 923-3456 to get started on your claim. 

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