Hasbrouck Heights, NJ – Tanker Truck Crash with Injuries on Rt 17

Hasbrouck Heights, NJ – Tanker Truck Crash with Injuries on Rt 17

Hasbrouck Heights, NJ (January 8, 2024) – A tanker truck crash happened in Hasbrouck Heights on Monday, January 8. Just after 5:00 a.m., the truck overturned in the northbound lanes of Route 17, Bergen County. Fire trucks and EMS were still working at the scene around 12:00 noon, according to reports. Information from local sources shows the tanker truck went up in flames shortly after the accident occurred. Officials say the truck and another vehicle were involved in a collision. At least one individual was hurt in the wreck. The truck eventually landed atop a used car dealership, sources said. Fire crews were able to stop the fire from spreading to nearby businesses, however. Ultimately, over 12 vehicles caught fire due to the accident, and significant damages were reported. 

EMS helped those with injuries at the scene and transported them to the hospital as needed. Police in Hasbrouck Heights are still working to determine how the accident occurred. 

We hope for the full and fast recovery of the injured victims.

New Jersey Truck Accidents

Information gathered by the New Jersey State Police shows that, in 2020, more than 8,000 large truck crashes occurred in New Jersey. Of these wrecks, approximately 4,000 individuals were hurt, and around 60 people were killed. Compared to 2019, this represents a rise in both total deaths and crashes.

Truck accidents happen for a long list 0f different reasons. However, most happen due to negligent driving. Additionally, bad weather and mechanical problems are also crash contributors. Specifically, driver error/negligence is a main contributing factor to auto collisions in New Jersey and throughout the US. Drivers who speed, travel while distracted, or while overtired put themselves and everyone around them at severe risk of sustaining injuries or even losing their lives.  

Commercial truck accidents usually result in injuries that are more severe and debilitating than other types of collisions due to their sheer size and weight when compared with other smaller passenger vehicles. The results can be substantially catastrophic when a heavy commercial truck and a passenger vehicle collide, especially for those who are occupying the smaller vehicle. Truck drivers and other drivers alike must remain alert, aware, and sober at all times in order to avoid events like this from happening. 

If you or a loved one have been hurt in a truck crash, you may be facing an extremely trying time in your life. You may be worrying about how you will cover the costs related to your collision, even though right now may seem like a difficult time to even think about money. If you know that a negligent driver caused your accident, you should contact a truck accident attorney in Hasbrouck Heights. A truck crash lawyer will be able to help you figure out whether you qualify for financial compensation that can help you pay for things like medical bills, wage loss, and more. 

At the law office of Metro Law, we are skilled and knowledgeable when it comes to personal injury law. We know what it takes to help you get the finances necessary to pay for all of the expenses related to your or your loved one’s accident. Contact our law firm to learn more about how we can help you recover at (800) 469-6476.