Washington Township, NJ – One Ejected, Killed in Auto Accident on Garden State Parkway

Washington Township, NJ (April 15, 2023) – A major motor vehicle accident was reported in Washington Township on Friday that claimed one person’s life.

Just after 5:00 p.m. on April 14, the New Jersey State Police responded to the scene of an automobile accident on Garden State Parkway.

Reports show that a collision took place on the southbound side of the Parkway near mile marker 166.8. The crash caused delays near the Pasternak Valley toll Plaza in Washington County, prompting the police and firefighters to shut down multiple lanes in the area as they worked to clear the scene.

A medical helicopter was summoned to the scene of the crash to transport one person who suffered severe injuries after being ejected from one of the involved vehicles as it rolled over. The victim was in cardiac arrest at the time they were located at the scene. However, the victim ended up being transported to Hackensack University Medical Center by an ALS unit with the Valley Hospital in Ridgewood. The victim passed away from their injuries after arriving.

At this time, the New Jersey State Police Fatal Accident Investigation Unit is investigating the crash.

Our condolences are with the family of the victim who lost their life in this accident.

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Fatal Car Accidents in New Jersey

Reports provided by the New Jersey Department of Transportation show that a total of 524 people died as a result of accidents last year in the state of New Jersey. There are many instances where people end up losing their lives as a result of accidents caused by pure negligence. Some of the leading factors in fatal accidents across our state include:

• Drivers who operate their vehicles well above the posted speed limit and lose control.
• Drivers who are under the influence of alcohol or drugs while operating their vehicles.
• Drivers who fail to yield the right-of-way to other motorists on the roadway.
• Drivers who pass stop signs or red lights at intersections.
• Drivers who are using their phones or are distracted while operating their cars.

When innocent victims lose their lives as a result of these and other acts of negligence, surviving family members are able to take action by filing a legal claim against those who are at fault. A wrongful death lawyer in Washington Township can help your family pursue legal action and hold the negligent driver accountable for the death of your loved one.

At Garces, Grabler & LeBrocq, we understand that you need a skilled and fearless legal team in your corner after being impacted by the sudden loss of a loved one. Our experienced and knowledgeable attorneys are committed to providing families across New Jersey with top-notch representation. Whether it is securing financial compensation or seeking justice for the victim’s family, our team will do all they can to serve your best interests. To get started on your case, contact our New Jersey personal injury law firm at 800-923-3456 for a free initial consultation. Our team is available to help you better understand your legal rights and guide you through this very difficult time.

Notes: Many of the accidents we write about could have been avoided. By disseminating information about serious incidents, we seek to arm our readers with the knowledge they need to prevent being seriously injured in an accident. This piece was created using external sources, including news articles and eyewitness descriptions of the collision and injuries. Therefore, the presented specifics of the accident have not been independently verified. Please notify us immediately if you find any inaccuracies in the article, or if you wish to have the post deleted, we will rectify the content or remove the post.

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