Manville, NJ – Three Injured, One Airlifted in Multi-Vehicle Accident on Finderne Avenue

Manville, NJ (August 25, 2023) – One person was airlifted to the hospital and two others suffered severe injuries in a three-car accident in Manville on Friday, August 25. Sources say the collision occurred around 1:27  p.m. for reasons still under police investigation.

Sources say a Honda Pilot, a Mercedes, and a Chevy Traverse collided at the intersection of Dukes Parkway and North Main Street near the Manville Fire Department.

All three people who suffered injuries were the only individuals inside of their vehicles at the time of the accident. Each was trapped inside their car and had to be extricated by fire crews at the scene.

All three suffered severe injuries. At this time, they have not been identified. One was taken to Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital by North Star helicopter while the other two were transported to the same hospital by ambulance.

Authorities in Manville continue to investigate the circumstances of the accident.

We hope for the full and fast recovery of those with injuries.

Manville Car Accidents

In the state of New Jersey, distracted driving is the number one leading cause of car wrecks today. Throughout the nation, over 2,800 people lost their lives due to the actions of distracted drivers in 2018. This averages out to around 8 individuals who lost their lives per day that year. The National Highway Transportation Administration reports that 8.5% of all fatalities related to auto collisions are caused by the actions of distracted drivers. The New Jersey State Police Department Fatal Accident Investigation Unit found that approximately 150 of those deaths occurred in New Jersey.

There are three main types of driver distraction, according to information provided by the NHTSA:

• Visual: not looking at the road
• Manual: taking your hands off of the wheel
• Cognitive: focusing on something other than driving

Some common forms of driving while distracted include talking to other people inside the car, eating, drinking, and messing with your GPS or radio. When you or a loved one have suffered injuries due to the actions of  a driver who was distracted or otherwise negligent, you may be eligible to collect financial compensation for the losses and damages you have had to endure related to your crash. A car accident lawyer can aid you in your recovery by helping you file a claim for financial compensation. When you are able to successfully file a personal injury claim, you may qualify for the collection of financial compensation for the damages and losses that stem from your accident.

You may be facing several different problematic damages that have stemmed from your collision. These may include outstanding medical bills, vehicle repair expenses, lost wages, and more. Even intangible damages such as emotional turmoil, pain, suffering, loss of life enjoyment, and more may qualify for financial compensation when you work with a skilled legal advocate like a car crash lawyer from Metro Law.

At Metro Law, we have been aiding injured accident victims in their recoveries for over 30 years. We always keep your best interests in mind and ensure that your rights are preserved and exercised so you can get the maximum financial compensation available for your injuries and losses. You can reach a skilled car crash lawyer in Manville by calling (800) 469-6476. We work on contingency, which means you do not pay us anything out of pocket, but we do collect a certain percentage of the financial compensation you receive. This means that, essentially, our services are free unless you are awarded financial compensation for your losses. Call us as soon as you can to learn more about how we can help you recover.