Vehicle Strikes Building After Crash on Passaic Ave in Fairfield, NJ

Fairfield, NJ (September 25, 2026) – A driver was hurt after a vehicle left the road along Passaic Avenue and struck a nearby building shortly before 2 p.m. on Thursday, September 24.

According to Fairfield Police, a second vehicle was also confirmed to be involved in the collision, and both drivers remained at the scene afterward, cooperating with the ongoing review. The driver of the vehicle that struck the building was taken to an area hospital for further treatment.

The building's exterior and landscaping were damaged, along with both vehicles. No other injuries were reported.

The circumstances surrounding the crash remain under review.

We wish the driver a full and speedy recovery.

Why Medical Evaluation Matters After a Crash in Fairfield, NJ

After a car accident, not every injury shows up right away. Adrenaline can mask pain in the hours after a collision, and conditions like whiplash, concussions, or soft-tissue damage sometimes take a day or more to fully surface. 

That is the main reason why it is so important to see a doctor promptly, even when someone feels fine. The visit creates a record that connects any later symptoms back to the original event.

New Jersey's no-fault insurance system adds another reason to seek care quickly. Under state PIP rules, policyholders generally need to begin treatment within 14 days of a crash for related medical expenses to be covered. 

If a person misses that window, it can complicate a claim, regardless of how serious the injury turns out to be. Prompt evaluation also gives medical providers a baseline to compare against if symptoms worsen over time.

Medical records from an early evaluation tend to become one of the most important pieces of evidence in a personal injury claim, since they establish what was hurt, when, and how severely. A car accident lawyer can help make sure those records are properly gathered and connected to the rest of a claim as it develops.

At Metro Law, we encourage anyone involved in a crash to prioritize a medical evaluation before worrying about paperwork or fault. We can then clarify what next steps may be open for you based on your case and New Jersey law. 

You can reach Metro Law at (800) 469-6476 to learn more. We are here to answer all your questions and guide you through the process.