Union, NJ (October 25, 2024) – More than 20 people were injured during a head-on crash involving a New Jersey Transit bus in Union, New Jersey, on October 25.
Officials say the crash happened around 7:20 a.m. They say a bus operating on the 94 line was traveling at the intersection of Stuyvesant Avenue and Stanley Terrace when a BMW traveling in the opposite direction crossed over onto the southbound side of Stuyvesant Avenue into the path of the bus, striking it head on.
A second bus, also operating on the 94 line, was behind the crash and was required to stop suddenly. The driver of the BMW was injured and taken to University Hospital. Meanwhile, 20-plus passengers and the driver on the NJ Transit bus were also taken to nearby hospitals with a range of injuries, including a broken ankle, facial injuries, neck pain, and general trauma, according to police. Meanwhile, the Union Police Department is still investigating the cause of the collision. No further details have been reported in the interim.
Our thoughts are extended to the injured victims and their families in hopes of their full recovery.
Bus Accidents in New Jersey
More incidents involving large trucks and buses have recently been reported in New Jersey. In fact, data show that, over the last decade, there was a nearly 51% increase in injuries from commercial vehicle crashes in New Jersey. New Jersey Transit is the primary transportation company that provides services to the residents of New Jersey. Unfortunately, the organization reported more than 260 bus crashes in one recent year alone from approximately 2,500 buses on our roadways and 870 routes.
If you or a loved one is injured in a municipal bus accident, myriad parties may be held accountable. Regardless of the details surrounding a bus crash, victims and their families require the assistance of an attorney to ascertain who will be responsible for compensating their injuries and other damages. Whether a juvenile is riding a school bus or an adult is using city transportation, passengers rely on the driver, firm, and other responsible parties to safely transport them from one location to another. The last thing that passengers anticipate is being involved in a bus crash. Regrettably, these incidents still occur, and victims must be prepared for the aftermath.
It’s essential that you consult a caring and assertive Union bus accident attorney when you have been hurt or when a loved one is killed in an accident involving a bus or any other type of commercial vehicle. Here at Spear Greenfield Personal Injury Attorneys, our team is ready to help you after a tragic accident has turned your life upside-down. Our firm will be here for you every step of the way, prepared to explain anything unclear or help you through the nuances of state law and procedures for personal injury claims in the Garden State and beyond. As you and your family navigate this challenging time, know you have our full support.
If you or a loved one has suffered injuries or other damages in a car accident across our state, please call our bus accident lawyers at Spear Greenfield Personal Injury Attorneys at 1-800-905-3425 to start working right away on your compensation claim.
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