Cranbury, NJ – Edward & Rita Mitnowski Killed in Fatal Accident on Station Way

Cranbury, NJ (December 15, 2022) – A couple from Middlesex County was killed in a two-car accident on Saturday afternoon, December 10. The wreck occurred at around 3:40 p.m. 

Edward and Rita Mitnowski were traveling in a subcompact SUV headed east on Station Way when their vehicle was involved in a collision with another car. Mitnowski, 96, and his wife, 92, were pronounced deceased at the scene after the SUV partially overturned, according to information from police. 

The man in the other vehicle sustained minor injuries. He was not identified. Authorities continue to investigate the details of the accident. 

We want to offer our sincere condolences to the family of Edward and Rita Mitnowski. 

New Jersey Car Crashes

Recovering financial compensation after the accidental death of someone you love is, unfortunately, more complicated than filing a petition to the court and waiting for the payment to arrive in the mail. If you wish to achieve a favorable outcome in your case, you must be able to prove:

• Another party owed your family member a duty of care
• The duty of care was breached by negligence, recklessness, or carelessness
• The breach directly resulted in the death of your loved one

The surest way to prove these three points is to gather as much relevant evidence as possible. Having decades of experience working as skilled wrongful death lawyers, our legal team knows where to find this evidence and how to successfully present it. Our goal is to utilize our experience and knowledge to help you recover. 

The claimant process related to collecting financial compensation in a wrongful death case in New York usually involves a lot of paperwork. When you’re attempting to face the grieving process head on, the last thing you should need to worry about is completing and filing legal documents.

Fortunately, when you hire a wrongful death lawyer from Metro Law, you won’t have to. Our reputable team of attorneys will handle all of the administrative tasks of your case.. This will give you the time necessary to grieve and offer support to your friends and family.

In New York State, wrongful death lawsuits do not usually go to court. They are often resolved by insurance companies settling with the plaintiffs. If you wish to explore the option of settling your case, our lawyers can help you negotiate the maximum available amount for your damages and losses. 

Over the years, Metro Law has worked out numerous settlement agreements with New York insurance companies. As such, we fully understand what they require before they agree to improve their terms. When you hire our law firm, we will work diligently to secure a deal that is favorable for you and your loved ones. 

Call the law office of Metro Law at (800) 469-6476 to speak with a skilled wrongful death attorney in Cranbury who can help you recover.

Notes: Outside sources were used in the creation of this post, including news bulletins and first-hand accounts of the accident and injuries involved. As a result, the details of the accident presented have not been independently verified. If you have identified any false information in the story or would like the post to be removed, please inform us immediately, and we will correct the information or remove the post. 

Disclaimer: As a member of the local community, we at Metro Law strive to improve the overall safety and quality of life for everyone who lives in our beloved state. We are extremely saddened by these accidents but hope that through an awareness of these dangers, those in our community will take precautions to avoid these accidents. This is not a solicitation for business, and this information should not be misconstrued as medical or legal advice. We wish only the best and quickest recovery to all those involved in the accident. The photos depicted in this post are not from the actual accident scene.