Gloucester, NJ (January 26, 2022) – Three people were injured in a multi-vehicle crash that took place in Gloucester on Tuesday night, January 25.
According to New Jersey State Police, the accident happened around 11:53 p.m. in the northbound lanes of NJ-42 around the area of exit 8. Three passenger vehicles and a pickup truck were traveling in the area when they collided in a chain-reaction collision due to reasons that are not fully known. The involved vehicles were badly damaged and had to be towed from the scene.
Paramedics and numerous other local responders were immediately dispatched to the scene to help those in need. Two people, who have not yet been identified, were seriously injured in the accident. A third victim was taken to the hospital with minor injuries.
All northbound lanes of traffic were blocked in the area for several hours until police cleared the scene.
The investigation into the circumstances of the collision continues. Police will update as more information becomes available.
Our thoughts are with the injured victims and their families in hopes of a full recovery.
Car Accidents in New Jersey
Car accidents are a leading cause of hospitalizations within the state of New Jersey every single year. So far in 2022, it is estimated that approximately 41 people have been killed in New Jersey car accidents and hundreds more have sustained injuries. These accidents occur in the blink of an eye when drivers are not paying close attention to what is happening around them. Highways are commonplace for car accidents throughout the state. This is due to the fact that drivers tend to drive distracted and also travel at high speeds on our highways, causing severe accidents to occur within seconds. If you have sustained injuries in a collision, you should speak with an attorney that you can trust.
The aftermath of a car accident can be a difficult thing to face on your own. Because of this, you may need the assistance of a Gloucester car accident lawyer on your side every step of the way. You have every right to bring a claim if you can prove these aspects:
- The driver had a duty of care to others on our roads
- The driver breached their duty of care
- The breach of duty led to a serious car accident
- You sustained injuries and other damages due to the accident
If your life has been turned upside-down due to a car accident, you may be feeling alone and confused. Luckily, you have options available for you. It is crucial that you speak with a skilled Gloucester personal injury lawyer in your time of need.
Gloucester Car Accident Attorneys
At Spear Greenfield Personal Injury Attorneys, we are here to help you move forward after an injury-causing New Jersey car accident. We believe that you have every right to hold a party liable for the harm that they have caused you in an accident. Moving forward with a claim can cause a fight with the insurance company that you are not prepared for. Luckily, you have options during these difficult times and we are here to help. Please do not hesitate to contact an accident attorney in Gloucester at (215) 600-0681 for more information on how we can assist you.
Note: Our team of writers uses secondary sources to produce this post including local and state media and news sources, local and state police incident reports, social medial platforms as well as eyewitness accounts about serious accidents that take place in Pennsylvania. For that reason, if you find any information that is not correct, please contact Spear Greenfield Personal Injury Attorneys as soon as possible so that we can update the post with the most accurate information available. A post will be removed upon request.
Disclaimer: The photos used in this post were not taken at this accident scene. All information contained in this post is informational and not intended to be considered legal or medical advice. This post is not a solicitation for business.
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