Union, NJ – Several Hurt in Head-on Transit Bus Crash on Stuyvesant Ave

Union, NJ (October 26, 2024) – More than 20 people were injured after a head-on collision involving a New Jersey Transit bus on Friday, October 25. The accident took place at the corner of Stuyvesant Avenue and Stanley Terrace early that morning around 7:20 a.m. Local reports revealed that a bus operating on the 94 line was traveling south through the intersection when a BMW headed in the opposite direction crossed over into southbound traffic. 

The BMW crashed into the bus head-on. A second bus on the same line was behind the first bus and had to make a sudden stop. The driver of the BMW was hurt and transported to University Hospital by ambulance. 20 passengers and the driver of the initial NJ Transit bus were injured and also hospitalized for a range of injuries, including a broken ankle, facial injuries, neck pain, and general trauma. The area was temporarily closed while emergency crews were present. No further information on the crash is currently available. An ongoing investigation into the cause of the incident 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. 

Head-on Collisions in New Jersey

Union, NJ - Several Hurt in Head-on Transit Bus Crash on Stuyvesant AveAny kind of accident can be a traumatic event, but head-on accidents are especially bad. These collisions are thought to be the cause of 10 percent of all road deaths each year, even though they only make up less than two percent of recorded accidents in the United States. Head-on impacts are usually caused by careless drivers who turn into oncoming traffic, but they can also be caused by inclement roadway conditions. If you or someone close to you is hurt in a head-on accident, you may be able to get back lost compensation if you work with a skilled personal injury lawyer.

Your very way of life can be on the line after a serious crash. It’s always in your best interests to work closely with a competent Union car accident lawyer to get the most out of your case. The legal team at Garces, Grabler & LeBrocq is prepared to manage your case from start to finish. Call us today at (800) 923-3456 to begin your journey towards justice and recovery. 

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