Mount Laurel, NJ (May 7, 2026) – This article follows up in a story we covered earlier. You can read the original report here.
A 15-year-old boy died after being struck by a car on Sunday, May 3, on the 1400 block of Church Street in Mount Laurel. The crash occurred shortly before 8:30 p.m.
When emergency units arrived, they found the teenager had been hit by a vehicle driven by a 29-year-old woman. The driver remained at the scene and cooperated with authorities.
The boy was taken to the hospital for treatment, where he later died from his injuries. The district announced his death on Wednesday, May 6, in a letter sent to parents, identifying him as Jude Gill, a freshman at Lenape High School.
Mount Laurel Police continue to investigate the cause of the crash.
We extend our sincere condolences to the family of Jude Gill and to the entire Lenape High School community during this incredibly difficult time.
Legal Options Families Have After a Fatal Pedestrian Accident in New Jersey
When a pedestrian is killed in a traffic crash, surviving family members may have the right to file a wrongful death claim under New Jersey law. This type of claim allows eligible family members — typically a spouse, children, or parents — to seek compensation for losses related to the death, including funeral expenses, medical bills, and the financial support the victim would have provided.
Wrongful death cases involving pedestrians often depend on establishing that the driver acted negligently. Factors like speeding, distracted driving, or failing to yield to a pedestrian can all contribute to a finding of fault. New Jersey follows a modified comparative negligence rule, meaning compensation may be reduced if the victim is found partially at fault, but families can still pursue a claim as long as the victim’s share of fault does not exceed 50%.
Beyond wrongful death claims, families may also have a survival action available to them. This type of claim covers pain and suffering the victim experienced between the accident and the time of death. Both claims can sometimes be filed together, and an attorney can help determine which apply based on the specific facts of the crash.
Documenting everything from the start helps strengthen a case. Families should preserve the official police report, any witness contact information, medical and hospital records, and communications with insurance companies. Avoiding recorded statements to insurance adjusters before speaking with a wrongful death lawyer is also strongly recommended, as early statements can affect a claim’s outcome.
At Metro Law, we have experience reviewing wrongful death and pedestrian accident cases across New Jersey and can explain what legal options may apply to your situation.
Contact Metro Law at (800) 469-6476 to speak with our team and learn more about the options available after a fatal pedestrian collision in New Jersey.
