Berkeley Heights, NJ (June 3, 2024) – Officers with the Berkeley Heights Police Department (BHPD) reported a major motorcycle collision with injuries that took place on a busy local highway on Sunday, June 2.
As of 8:00 p.m., the Berkeley Heights PD announced that all eastbound lanes on Interstate 78 near mile marker 42.8 remained closed, and traffic was being detoured following a motor vehicle accident. Two motorcyclists were involved in the accident, which occurred shortly after 6:00 p.m. on Sunday.
Emergency responders were on the scene quickly, and a medivac helicopter was placed on standby. Both motorcyclists were hospitalized in unknown condition, and it’s unclear whether any other victims involved in the collision were injured. However, an accident reconstruction team was called to help with the investigation, and the inquiry is ongoing. Witnesses were asked to contact the BHPD for additional information.
Our thoughts are extended to the injured victims and their families at this time.
Motorcycle Accidents in New Jersey
Every day, motor vehicles, such as buses, motorcycles, lorries, and automobiles, collide in the Garden State. Despite the efforts of officials, manufacturers, and traffic analysts, thousands of individuals are tragically slain or injured annually in these accidents, despite campaigns that promote safe driving. Additionally, in a single year, New Jersey was the site of over 500 of the more than 32,000 fatal auto accidents that occurred nationwide. In addition, New Jersey transportation authorities reported over 275,000 motor vehicle accidents in the state during a single calendar year, resulting in nearly 60,000 injuries.
Traffic accidents are on the rise, despite advancements in roadway maintenance and vehicle safety, which leaves motorists at risk. Thankfully, you may have legal options in the event of an accident that results in injury. Contact a lawyer who has experience in personal injury and vehicle accident cases as soon as possible. It is advisable to retain legal counsel and qualified advice at the outset to allow your legal team the necessary time to gather pertinent evidence, coordinate the facts of your case, and develop and build a strong claim on your behalf.
In addition, your attorney will negotiate with any third parties, such as your insurer or the insurance company of another motorist. Even if you were not at fault, a skillful counsel will inform your insurance carrier to inquire about your coverage and the amount you are owed during negotiations with these entities.
If an accident has occurred through no fault of your own, contact our dedicated motorcycle accident lawyers in Berkeley Heights immediately. Our team at Spear Greenfield Personal Injury Attorneys is prepared to help you fight for your rights and recover as stress-free and as smoothly as possible. You can rest assured knowing that we’ll be here for you every step of the way. Call our New Jersey accident lawyers at 1-800-905-3425 to learn how we can help you and your family during this difficult time.
Note: Our team of writers uses secondary sources to produce this post, including local and state media and news sources, local and state police incident reports, social media platforms, as well as eyewitness accounts, about serious accidents that take place in Pennsylvania. For that reason, if you find any information that is not correct, please contact Spear Greenfield Personal Injury Attorneys as soon as possible so that we can update the post with the most accurate information available. A post will be removed upon request.
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