Lawrence Twp, NJ – Pedestrian Loses Life in Crash on Brunswick Pike near Quakerbridge Rd

Lawrence Twp, NJ (February 15, 2024) – Police in Lawrence Township were dispatched to the 3300 block of Brunswick Pike after receiving reports concerning a motor vehicle accident involving a pedestrian. The driver, identified as a 39-year-old from Ewing, along with passengers inside the vehicle, sustained no injuries. The pedestrian sustained life-threatening injuries and, despite lifesaving efforts made by EMS at the scene, was pronounced deceased a short time after the collision. Currently, police are investigating the circumstances of the accident. No further information has currently been reported concerning this auto collision in Lawrence. 

We want to offer our sincere condolences to the family of the deceased victims at this time.

New Jersey Pedestrian Accidents

In New Jersey, pedestrian collisions occur more frequently than in other states. The North Jersey Transportation Planning Authority reports that the lives of over 175 pedestrians were cut short in one recent year. This number excludes several hundred pedestrians who suffered non-fatal injuries when they were hit by negligent drivers. 

If someone you love has been hurt by a negligent driver, you may be entitled to bring legal action against the negligent party who caused their crash. While pedestrians are sometimes also at fault for their accidents due to distraction, jaywalking, intoxication or another form of negligence, most of the time, drivers are the ones who cause injurious or fatal pedestrian accidents. 

Preserving the safety of pedestrians has become a huge issue throughout the state of New Jersey, so much so that the NJTPA created a program called Street Smart. This program was created in order to inform individuals about pedestrian awareness and safety in an effort to reduce the number of collisions.

Pedestrians travel totally unprotected against the force of fast, large vehicles. This means that when they are traveling, they are risking obtaining severe and sometimes even catastrophic or fatal injuries. 

At Metro Law, our pedestrian accident lawyers work hard to assist our clients to recover in every way possible after they are injured by driver negligence. In terrible situations where people end up losing their lives, wrongful death lawyers in Lawrence Twp can help families recover compensation that can help them recover financially. Though we know that nothing like money could ever ease the pain you may be feeling during this time, monetary compensation may at least allow you to focus on your emotional healing and that of your family. Contact one of our New Jersey pedestrian injury lawyers at (800) 469-6476 right away after a pedestrian accident to schedule a free case evaluation.