Howell, NJ (August 21, 2026) – An early morning injury crash on Friday, August 21, closed the right shoulder of I-195 eastbound east of Exit 31 in Howell Township.
New Jersey State Police and emergency services rushed to the scene after receiving reports of a crash at approximately 8:16 a.m. near County Route 547. When they arrived at the location, they found the accident had left at least one person injured. The severity of the injuries has not been disclosed.
The right shoulder was closed while the crash was being handled. Drivers traveling through the I-195 corridor near Exit 31 could experience delays during the morning commute.
The circumstances leading to the collision remain under investigation.
We hope those injured recover fully and promptly.
New Jersey's comparative negligence law can affect how much an injured person may recover when more than one party shares responsibility. In New Jersey, being partly at fault for an accident doesn't automatically bars you from getting money, it allows you as long as you aren't more to blame than the other people involved. Any damages are reduced according to the percentage of negligence attributed to the person seeking recovery.
That rule can become relevant when a crash occurs on a busy highway such as I-195. A claim may involve questions about each driver's conduct, including whether a driver followed traffic rules, maintained proper control, or contributed to the circumstances that led to the roadway collision. Evidence such as photographs, witness accounts, medical records, and available crash documentation can help establish how responsibility should be evaluated.
In New Jersey, if a lawsuit goes to court, a judge or jury must assign a specific percentage of blame to everyone involved in the accident. When multiple people share responsibility, those percentages can directly affect the amount a claimant may recover. A personal injury lawyer can examine the available evidence and explain how the comparative negligence rules may apply to each particular claim.
If you have questions about how shared fault could affect your injury claim, we can explain the applicable New Jersey rules. At The Law Offices of Sander Budanitsky, we can help clarify how comparative negligence may affect your legal options.
Contact our personal injury lawyers at (908) 241-3445 if you would like more information about your situation. Our team is ready to answer all your questions and help you move forward.
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.
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