Paterson, NJ – Teenage Girl Killed in Collision on 17th Ave near E 33rd St

Paterson, NJ (September 14, 2023) – A teenage girl lost her life in a hit-and-run accident that occurred in Paterson’s 3rd Ward on Wednesday, September 14. Police say the accident occurred at around 3:00 a.m. 

According to preliminary reports, it occurred on 17th Avenue near East 33rd Street. The details of the collision have not been reported at this time. 

Paramedics transported the girl and two 16-year-old boys to St. Joseph’s University Medical Center for treatment. One boy received treatment for a broken foot before he was released, and the second boy did not report any injuries. 

Sources say the girl lost her life after arriving at the hospital. Their names have not been reported at this time.  

Authorities in Paterson continue to investigate the details of the collision. 

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

New Jersey Auto Collisions

There are more than 6 million car crashes that occur throughout the United States each year. In any multi-vehicle car crash, it is vital that injured victims get the help they need to recover from their injuries. If you were hurt in a crash, you might greatly benefit from filing a personal injury claim for financial compensation. An attorney can help you by performing an independent legal investigation and preserving evidence pertinent to your case.

A lawyer may help you by reviewing the following: 

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A skilled car crash lawyer will also aggressively negotiate a full and fair settlement with the insurance company and prove your innocence in the crash. Especially if your injuries are severe, you will qualify for compensation that can help cover the costs related to medical care and other damages. In a violent, multi-vehicle accident, victims may be left with severe injuries, including: 

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As one of New York’s best personal injury law firms, Metro Law has helped injured crash victims get optimum results when they file personal injury claims for compensation. We also work hard to help the surviving family members of those who have lost their lives in negligently caused accidents. Driver negligence comes in many forms, including: 

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When you have lost a loved one due to driver negligence, you deserve to be able to recover financially without incident. At Metro Law, our wrongful death lawyers in Paterson have decades of experience helping bereaved families recover after losing loved ones in accidents. Call our law firm at  (800) 469-6476 to see how we can help you. Our firm fights diligently on behalf of our clients and works tirelessly to ensure that your legal rights are protected.