Newark, NJ – One Injured In Two-Car Crash On 1st St

Newark, NJ (March 10, 2024) – On Friday, March 8, there were confirmed injuries after a two-vehicle accident in the Newark area. The collision occurred at the 200 block of 1st Street between 7th Avenue W. and 2nd Street late that night at around 11:55 p.m. The vehicles involved sustained significant damage in the impact.

Emergency crews were on the scene to render aid to the involved parties. One person had to be extricated from a car by attending officials. They were transported to University Hospital for treatment of sustained injuries.

Tow trucks were quickly dispatched to clear the vehicle from the scene. The circumstances leading to the crash have not yet been determined. An ongoing investigation into the cause of the crash is being handled by local authorities, and more updates will be provided as it continues.

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

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New Jersey Car Accidents

You can never really tell if or when you will be involved in a life-changing car accident. Car crashes continue to be the leading cause of death and serious injury for New Jersey residents, and a reckless driver can cause a crash at almost any time. The New Jersey Department of Transportation (NJDOT) released data showing that there were 276,861 recorded auto accidents in the state of New Jersey last year. There were 524 fatalities and 59,850 injuries resulting from these collisions that year. Almost three-quarters of the state’s auto accidents occurred in only ten counties. If you or someone close to you is hurt in a crash, a trained personal injury lawyer will be able to fight for your full and fair compensation.

It can be difficult to manage a personal injury claim on your own after being hurt by a reckless driver. A trained Newark car accident lawyer can be by your side at every stage of your claim in order to maximize your recovery. The skilled legal team at Garces, Grabler & LeBrocq is ready to get to work on your case in order to make sure your legal rights are protected. Call us today at (800) 923-3456.

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