Elizabeth, NJ – Juan Carlos Killed in Collision on East Grand St near Spring St
Elizabeth, NJ (December 11, 2023) – A taxi driver identified as 54-year-old Juan Carlos lost his life along with his passenger in a fatal traffic crash in Elizabeth. Reports from authorities show the accident happened at the corner of East Grand Street near Spring Street early Monday, December 11. Video footage from the scene shows a Hyundai ran a red light and collided with the taxi head-on. Sources say there was a police chase, however, police report that they were not exactly chasing the Hyundai, as they were far back when the collision occurred.
Police in Elizabeth are investigating.
We want to offer our sincere sympathies to the families of Juan Carlos and his passenger, who has not been identified, at this time.
New Jersey Car Wrecks
Yearly, millions of auto collisions take place throughout the US. Recently, over 6 million crashes happened over the course of one year. Of those wrecks, approximately 3 million people were hurt in about 40,000 ended up losing their lives. These numbers become even more devastating when we learn that over 93% of reported car crashes in the US are caused by the actions of negligent drivers.
Negligent driving is extremely hazardous, causing millions of individuals to sustain injuries and taking the lives of thousands per year. Fatigue, speeding, intoxication, and distraction are the most common forms of negligent driving displayed among motorists in the United states. Sadly, more than 3,000 people are killed annually due to driver distraction.
Distracted driving has become more common due to the ever-rising use of smartphones among the American people. Those who operate their vehicles while using their cell phones usually place themselves at risk while risking the lives of everyone else on the road around them.
If you or someone you love has recently been hurt in a traffic collision caused by a driver who was intoxicated, distracted, fatigued, or traveling at unsafe speeds, you should work with a lawyer to collect financial compensation. You may be able to gather compensation for all of the losses and damages that resulted from your wreck. Additionally, an attorney will help you hold the negligent party who caused your crash accountable for their actions.
At the law office of Metro Law, we work hard to make sure that our clients who have been hurt by negligent drivers can recover in every way possible. We can help you recover financially so you can focus on your emotional and physical recovery. Call our law office at (800) 469-6476 to talk to a skilled lawyer who can help you.
The only thing worse than being hurt in a crash is losing a loved one. A wrongful death lawyer in Elizabeth can help you file a wrongful death claim so you can get help to pay for funeral costs and other expenses that stem from your loved one’s crash. Don’t hesitate to call our firm so we can aid you in your financial recovery.
