>Date Published: 2019/12/10
A driver was injured in a crash on I-280 that left one vehicle overturned on the highway early Monday morning, December 9.
According to police reports, the crash happened at around 6:22 a.m. on the westbound lanes of I-280 just east of Exit 16E in Harrison. When emergency repsonders arrived at the scene, they found one vehicle overturned on the roadway and one driver suffering from injuries.
The driver was taken to a nearby hospital for examination and treatment.
All lanes were closed while investigation was ongoing. a 5 to 10 minute delay was expected.
The cause of the crash remains unknown.
We would like to send our sympathies to the driver injured in the crash. We hope the driver recovers well from the injuries they sustained.
Vehicular Accidents
Vehicular crashes are one of the most common causes of injuries and fatalities in the state of New Jersey. In a report published by the New Jersey State Police Fatal Accidents Investigation Unit, there were 591 recorded fatal crashes that occurred in 2017, which caused 624 fatalities.
In 158 of the 591 crashes, Driving While Intoxicated (alcohol and/or drugs) was listed as the major contributing factor. There were 174 people killed as a result of these 158 crashes. Speeding was another major contributing factor to these crashes being listed as a factor in 61 of the crashes. Driving while distracted seems to be the biggest factor as it was listed as a cause for 196 crashes.
We urge drivers to observe and follow the laws while driving, and to remain focused while driving so that they can react accordingly to situations that may suddenly pop up on the roadway. Drivers should be more careful when driving while visibility is low, and they should also check their car before going on the roadway. Being more diligent and prepared can help lessen accidents on the roads of New Jersey.
Written by: Brach Eichler Injury Lawyers