Three Injured in Dump Truck Crash on Rt 520 in Marlboro Twp, NJ

Three Injured in Dump Truck Crash on Rt 520 in Marlboro Twp, NJ
August 17, 2026

Marlboro Township, NJ (August 17, 2026) – On Monday afternoon, August 17, three individuals sustained injuries following a two-vehicle collision involving a commercial dump truck along County Route 520 in Marlboro Township.

Officers with the Marlboro Township Police Department and emergency medical personnel responded to the crash scene between Wyncrest Road and Gordons Corner Road at approximately 3:28 p.m.

Preliminary findings indicate that a commercial dump truck allegedly ran a red light while traveling on CR-520. The dump truck subsequently struck another passenger vehicle navigating the corridor.

Emergency medical services evaluated those involved at the scene and confirmed that three people suffered non-life-threatening injuries in the impact. Paramedics stabilized the victims before transporting them by ground ambulances to CentraState Medical Center for further evaluation and treatment.

Law enforcement officers are continuing to investigate the crash and evaluate potential traffic summonses.

Our thoughts remain with the injured victims as they recover.

How Does Employer Liability Apply to Commercial Dump Truck Collisions in Marlboro Township, NJ?

Employer liability applies to commercial dump truck collisions in Marlboro Township, NJ, through the doctrine of respondeat superior, holding companies vicariously liable for an employee's negligent driving within the scope of their job, as well as through direct liability claims for negligent hiring, improper vehicle maintenance, or safety violations.
Under New Jersey law, when a dump truck driver causes a collision by running a red light or speeding, the injured victim can hold the employer financially responsible. Through vicarious liability, a business is automatically accountable for harm caused by employees performing work duties.
Additionally, companies face direct liability for operational failures, such as hiring drivers with dangerous safety records, neglecting brake maintenance, forcing drivers to violate hours-of-service rules, or operating overloaded trucks.
Investigating these crashes requires prompt action to preserve driver qualification files, maintenance logs, electronic control module (ECM) black box data, and dashcam footage. Personal injury attorneys support victims by securing this evidence, auditing commercial insurance policies, and negotiating to maximize recovery under New Jersey law.
Our team at the Law Offices of Sander Budanitsky helps injured people across New Jersey after serious collisions. We review what happened and explain your available legal options. If you were injured in a crash in Marlboro Township or nearby communities, contact personal injury lawyers at (908) 241-3445 to discuss your case today.

Note: This post has been prepared using publicly available secondary sources. The facts surrounding the incident have not been independently confirmed. If you believe any portion of this report contains inaccurate or outdated information, please contact The Law Offices of Sander Budanitsky, L.L.C. so we can promptly review and update the content to ensure accuracy and reliability.

Disclaimer: The information presented in this post is intended for general informational purposes only and should not be construed as legal or medical advice. Reading this post does not create an attorney-client relationship, nor does it constitute a request for legal representation. If you or a loved one has been injured in an accident, please seek immediate medical care.
Any images included in this post are for illustrative purposes only and do not depict the actual accident scene.

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