Newark, NJ – One Injured in Traffic Accident on Prince Street near Court Street

Newark, NJ (October 11, 2023) – At around 6:45 a.m., on the morning of Wednesday, October 11, emergency responders were dispatched to the scene of a collision in Newark. The incident occurred on Prince Street between two vehicles. 

According to reports, one vehicle struck another and caused it to overturn. The driver who caused the crash fled the scene without stopping to render aid or wait for authorities to arrive. 

A woman who was present in the vehicle that flipped over sustained injuries in the accident. Due to the force of the impact, she struck two parked cars and became trapped inside her vehicle. 

She was treated by paramedics and transported to the hospital for further care. Her name has not been reported at this time. 

Authorities in Newark continue to investigate the details of the accident. 

We hope for the full recovery of the injured victim.

Car Wrecks in New Jersey

New Jersey sees hundreds of thousands of car accents every year. Across the United States, over 6 million vehicle accidents are reported annually that cause injuries to approximately 3 million people and end the lives of over 40,000. The majority of traffic collisions that occur across the nation are the result of driver negligence. The National Highway Traffic Safety Association reports that more than 90% of reported car crashes result from drivers who choose to operate their vehicles under the influence of drugs, alcohol, or while distracted or overtired. Drivers who travel at unsafe speeds also cause numerous collisions per year. 

In New Jersey specifically, most auto accidents are caused by speeding and distraction. If the actions of a negligent driver have hurt you or someone you love, you need to be able to determine how exactly the crash happened. A lawyer can help prove the cause of the accident and hold negligent parties accountable for their actions that led to your injuries and damages. You may be able to gather financial compensation for medical bills, lost wages, pain, suffering, repairs to your vehicle, and more when you work with a lawyer. 

At the law office of Metro Law, our skilled car crash lawyers in Newark have been working diligently to help injured accident victims and their family members get the justice and financial compensation they deserve for decades. We will help you ensure you can recover in every way possible after you are wrongfully injured. Contact our law office at 800-469-6476 to talk to an attorney about how we can help you recover. We do not charge any fees out-of-pocket or up front, and only require payment if you are able to receive full and fair financial compensation for your losses and damages. Please do not hesitate to call our office as soon as you can to speak with a skilled attorney concerning your ability to financially recover with our assistance.