Burlington Twp, NJ – Four Injured in Car Crash on NJ Tpke
Burlington Twp, NJ (January 5, 2024) – Several people were injured in a multi-vehicle accident reported in Burlington Township. Reports from authorities show the collision happened on the New Jersey Turnpike early on Sunday morning, December 31. One person was airlifted to the hospital as a result of the accident and three others were also seriously injured. Police in New Jersey went to the crash site at around 12:35 a.m. near milepost 45.6. According to information from local sources, an SUV that was headed north on the Turnpike crashed into another vehicle, and a third car crashed into the SUV while the driver was unable to avoid the first two vehicles. The first driver, identified as a Baltimore woman, age 26, was critically injured and flown to a local hospital. The SUV’s driver along with a driver and passenger from the third vehicle all sustained injuries that were serious but non-life-threatening. Authorities in Burlington continue to investigate.
We hope for the full recovery of the injured parties.
New Jersey Car Crashes
In New Jersey, hundreds of car accidents happen each day. Per year, over 200k crashes happen that injure tens of thousands of people. Unfortunately, the majority of these wrecks are caused by the actions of negligent drivers. Most often, in the United States, car crashes are caused by negligence. The National Highway Traffic Safety Association recently reported that more than 92% of auto collisions in the US are the result of driver negligence. Distraction, intoxication, speeding, and fatigue are the most common types of negligence reported among American drivers today.
Sadly, tens of thousands of people lose their lives in car crashes in the United States every year. In 2021, over 40,000 individuals were reportedly killed due to auto accidents, the majority of which were caused by negligence. Like the rest of the country, most auto collisions that take place in New Jersey can be attributed to negligence. Recent data compiled concerning car crashes in the Garden State found that roughly one-third of fatal traffic collisions in the state involve drunk driving. Additionally, one in ten are caused by driver distraction.
When you or a loved one have suffered injuries due to the actions of a negligent driver, you are most likely going through a hard time. You may be dealing with pain from your injuries, emotional stress, and financial issues related to the accident. Costs stemming from vehicle repairs or replacement, medical care, and lost wages may all be piling up against you, which can be extremely stressful.
At the law office of Metro Law, we are well aware of the difficulties often faced by crash victims and their loved ones. We work hard to help accident victims and their family members recover in every way possible after their wrecks. Contact our law office to be connected with a Burlington Township personal injury attorney who can help you gather financial compensation for your losses and damages.
You can reach our skilled and reputable office at (800) 469-6476 to learn more about how we can help you through this difficult time.
