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That impact caused a mechanical failure...","datePublished":"2025-07-03","dateModified":"2025-07-03","author":{"@type":"Person","@id":"https:\/\/www.dsslaw.com\/blog\/author\/dsslaw\/#Person","name":"Davis, Saperstein & Salomon, P.C.","url":"https:\/\/www.dsslaw.com\/blog\/author\/dsslaw\/","identifier":12,"image":{"@type":"ImageObject","@id":"https:\/\/secure.gravatar.com\/avatar\/645d493126a7be6f90be911a6e7d4382c0cd63874673097832081394c8bcf8ab?s=96&d=mm&r=g","url":"https:\/\/secure.gravatar.com\/avatar\/645d493126a7be6f90be911a6e7d4382c0cd63874673097832081394c8bcf8ab?s=96&d=mm&r=g","height":96,"width":96}},"publisher":{"@type":"Organization","name":"Davis, Saperstein & Salomon, P.C.","logo":{"@type":"ImageObject","@id":"https:\/\/www.dsslaw.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/05\/bg-logo.jpg","url":"https:\/\/www.dsslaw.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/05\/bg-logo.jpg","width":192,"height":90}},"image":{"@type":"ImageObject","@id":"https:\/\/www.dsslaw.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/DSS-Blog-FT-Image-Template-30.png","url":"https:\/\/www.dsslaw.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/DSS-Blog-FT-Image-Template-30.png","height":500,"width":600},"url":"https:\/\/www.dsslaw.com\/blog\/multi-vehicle-crash-in-bergenfield-new-jersey\/","about":["Car Accidents","Local News"],"wordCount":1973,"articleBody":"On Thursday evening, June 26, 2025, around 5:45 p.m., a serious crash shut down the intersection of New Bridge Road and Woodbine Street in Bergenfield, NJ. According to the Bergenfield Police Department, a Chevrolet utility truck heading south on Woodbine struck a parked car. That impact caused a mechanical failure where the accelerator jammed and sent the truck crashing into a utility pole, continuing through the intersection and slamming into three more vehicles. One vehicle overturned, and a traffic light pole was knocked off its base and fell on top of a car. In total, five vehicles were affected in the crash. Thankfully, all five adults in the crash only suffered non-life-threatening injuries. The damage still caused EMS, fire crews, and utility workers to close the intersection for hours, with New Bridge Road not reopening until almost midnight.Even though preliminary reports suggest that no one was critically hurt, multi-vehicle crashes like this can lead to injuries, insurance disputes, medical bills, and complex legal questions. That\u2019s why it\u2019s so important for accident victims to know their rights and have someone on their side to fight for them.Possible Defendants:The legal analysis required from these facts can be a bit complex when presented to an experienced personal injury attorney.\u00a0 The analysis starts with questions regarding the utility truck driver\u2019s action, causing him to hit a parked car.\u00a0 Was he negligent? Did he hit an illegally parked car?\u00a0 Was there a mechanical defect in his truck causing his accelerator to stick?\u00a0 Was the truck recently serviced by a repair shot?\u00a0 Was the telephone pole that was struck too close to the curb?The Injuries:Then there are the injuries.\u00a0 Often, accident-related injuries without any broken bones are typically called \u201csoft tissue injuries.\u201d\u00a0 But it is not uncommon for these injuries to be far worse than fractures because injuries to the spinal discs, ligaments, and tendons often do not heal and are permanent.\u00a0 They may typically require weeks, months, and perhaps years of medical treatment that may include physical therapy, pain management injections, and even surgery.In most cases, if there are no fractures or bleeding, most people shrug off initial pain and even refuse to go to a hospital for evaluation.\u00a0 Hours and even days later, pain sets in.\u00a0 The body parts that show bruising start to hurt and stiffen.\u00a0 The pain usually gets worse as the days pass by.\u00a0 Pre-existing and age-related conditions could have been aggravated by this truck accident.Most neck injuries are caused by the \u201cwhiplash\u201d effect of being rear-ended.\u00a0 Fortunately, seat belts prevent car occupants from hitting the dashboard or windshield; however, since seatbelts pin a person\u2019s hips into the seat, the forward thrust of a person\u2019s body will commonly cause a low back injury due to the force of the collision because their hips stay in place while their body was violently thrusted forwards or sideways.\u00a0 And these neck and back injuries are often painful and may require surgery.Insurance:And then there are insurance questions.\u00a0 Who is responsible for medical bills?\u00a0 If a person\u2019s injuries arose from a motor vehicle collision, then the injured person\u2019s medical bills are paid by his or his resident relative\u2019s auto insurance policy.\u00a0 What about their lost wages, property damage, and rentals?\u00a0 These are of immediate concern, especially when a car is declared totaled by an insurance carrier.\u00a0 If they have collision coverage and if liability, meaning the cause of the accident, is in dispute, then it is best for them to get things started with their own insurance carrier.\u00a0 They will get repaid from the at-fault insurance carrier.The aftermath of an automobile collision may be overwhelming and can leave a person wondering what to do next. Having a lawyer can make all the difference in how they recover both physically and financially.According to Garry R. Salomon, a former Bergenfield resident and Partner at New Jersey\u2019s personal injury law firm, Davis, Saperstein & Salomon, P.C., \u201cIt is best to call a qualified injury lawyer as soon as possible for some free advice as to your options and to warn you about what to say or not to say on recorded lines and answering self-serving insurance company forms.\u201dSalomon\u2019s firm has been helping injured drivers, passengers, and pedestrians for over 40 years, and with over $1 billion recovered in verdicts and settlements for our clients and their families, we\u2019re here to help.\u00a0 In fact, Garry R. Salomon co-authored, together with attorney Jeffrey E. Salomon, The Consumer\u2019s Guide to New Jersey Personal Injury Claims 2nd edition 2024, which is a book designed to help people who have been injured due to someone else\u2019s negligence.\u00a0 The book can be purchased on Amazon.com; or a free copy can be shipped by calling Davis, Saperstein & Salomon, P.C.What are the rights of the utility truck operator?The answer to that depends upon whether or not he caused the crash.\u00a0 If he did, his employer\u2019s insurance company would be responsible for all his losses.\u00a0 As far as his on-the-job injuries are concerned, he will likely benefit by making a workers’ compensation claim against his employer and may receive a final cash settlement if he has permanent injuries.Are Permanent Injuries Required?The answer, as it pertains to the accident victims, is no, because in cases when a commercial vehicle, such as a utility truck, causes injuries, a person can sue for any and all injuries, whether permanent or temporary injuries.Common Injuries After a Car AccidentAfter a car accident, it’s common for the accident victim to feel shaken up, but even if there are no visible injuries, that doesn\u2019t mean that they are fine. Car crashes can cause serious long-term injuries, some with symptoms that take a while to appear. The first step after an accident should always be to get checked out by a doctor to make sure that they do not suffer from any underlying injuries. These injuries range and often include:Whiplash and neck injuries, such as ruptured or herniated discsConcussions and traumatic brain injuries (TBIs)Back and spinal cord damageBroken bones, like ribs or limbsInternal bleedingSkin lacerations, rashes, and bruisingDental injuriesPsychological trauma and PTSDIn extreme cases, deathThese injuries can affect an accident victim\u2019s ability to work, to socialize with their friends, to enjoy their hobbies – it can change their entire lifestyle. Medical costs add up quickly, and even with good insurance, they may still be left paying out of pocket. If their injuries were caused by someone else\u2019s negligence, it is best for them to consult with an experienced and skilled New Jersey personal injury car accident attorney to see if they have the right to seek compensation before they sign away their personal injury claim as part of a property damage settlement.How Can Accident Victims be compensated for their losses?Generally, there are three types of damages recoverableEconomic \u2013 medical bills, wage and salary losses, including future lossesNon-Economic: physical and emotional pain and suffering for injuries, disabilitiesProperty Damage LossesHow a Car Accident Lawyer Can Actually HelpRight after a crash, an accident victim\u2019s main priority should always be their health. But once they are safe, the next steps can be confusing. Whose insurance pays for what? What if the at-fault driver\u2019s coverage isn\u2019t enough? How are they going to handle the medical bills, insurance, and normal life, all on top of trying to heal?That\u2019s where an experienced New Jersey car accident attorney comes in.Investigating the accident scene, speaking to witnesses, and getting the full police report and body cam videos under the New Jersey Freedom of Information Act.Identifying all responsible at-fault parties that contributed to the accidentCommunicating with insurance companiesGathering medical records and proof of damageHelping their clients recover from their injuries, money for medical expenses, lost income, property damage, and pain and sufferingA law firm such as Davis, Saperstein & Salomon, P.C. represents clients on a contingency fee basis.\u00a0 This means that a client pays nothing unless the accident lawyer wins their case.It is Important to Choose the Right Lawyer for Your CaseIf you or a family member has been injured in a car accident and is looking for a New Jersey personal injury lawyer with a proven track record, you\u2019ve come to the right place. At Davis, Saperstein & Salomon, P.C., we\u2019ve been representing victims of motor vehicle accidents for over four decades. We\u2019ve helped more than 35,000 clients recover the money they needed to get their lives back on track. And we\u2019ve secured over $1 billion in verdicts and settlements on their behalf.Contact Davis, Saperstein & Salomon, P.C. Today!Whether it\u2019s a five-car pileup like the one in Bergenfield or a rear-end crash on the Garden State Parkway or New Jersey Turnpike, we know what it takes to win. If you\u2019ve been in a car accident in Bergenfield, NJ, or anywhere in Bergen County, don\u2019t wait to get legal help. The sooner you talk to a qualified injury lawyer, the better your chances are of getting full compensation. At Davis, Saperstein & Salomon, P.C., we’ve been helping injured people stand up for their rights for over 40 years. We offer compassionate, skilled legal representation to ensure that you receive compensation for your losses.Clients seeking experienced personal injury lawyers in Teaneck, NJ, or the surrounding Bergen County area can contact Davis, Saperstein & Salomon, P.C. at 1-800-LAW-2000 or via email at info@dsslaw.com. Our firm offers free, no-obligation consultations and second opinions, and has offices throughout New Jersey and New York City.About the author: For rating information, see:Davis, Saperstein & Salomon, P.C.\u2019s, founding and managing Partner, Garry R. Salomon, Esq., has successfully recovered multi-million-dollar settlements for victims of serious auto and truck crashes. During his career as a trial lawyer, he has earned awards and recognition for his legal accomplishments and devotion to his clients. He is certified as a Civil Trial Attorney by the Supreme Court of New Jersey an honor bestowed upon less than 2% of all New Jersey lawyers. The \u00a0National Trial Lawyers, an educational organization for trial attorneys has recognized \u00a0him in New Jersey as a member of the \u201cTop 100 Trial Lawyers.\u201d\u00a0 In the past 201 Magazine has listed him as one of \u201cBergen\u2019s Top Trial Lawyers.\u201d For over 15 years, he has been selected \u00a0as a \u201cSuperLawyers\u201d by Thomson Reuters Corporation in its annual SuperLawyers list; and Garry Salomon has further been recognized by Martindale Hubble, a highly respected and reputable attorney peer review rating organization conferring upon him their highest rating as an \u201cAV\u201d rated attorney. For over 25 consecutive years, Garry has been a member of the Board of Governors of the New Jersey Association for Justice (NJAJ) and contributes twice a year to legal conferences and seminars attended by trial lawyers.He is a co-author of The Consumer\u2019s Guide to New Jersey Personal Injury Claims a clear, practical, and easy-to-understand guide to help New Jersey residents understand their legal rights after being injured due to someone else\u2019s negligence. 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