Elizabeth, NJ (October 18, 2026) – One person was injured in a two-car crash on East Jersey Street in Elizabeth early Sunday morning, October 18. The collision was reported at approximately 3:12 a.m.
Initial reports indicated that one person sustained cuts to the face. Emergency crews were called to assist those involved.
Local authorities are investigating what led to the wreck.
We hope the injured person makes a full and speedy recovery.
Common injuries in car accidents in Elizabeth include neck and back injuries, broken bones, head injuries, cuts, and internal injuries. Some injuries are noticeable right away, while others may take time to show symptoms after a crash.
To support your claim, keep every doctor's note and medical bill from your care. Take clear photos of visible injuries before they start to heal. Together, these records show when your treatment began and tie your injuries to the crash.
Under New Jersey law, your own personal injury protection (PIP) coverage generally pays covered early medical bills, no matter who caused the crash. Your policy's limits, deductible, and terms still apply. This can help you get the care you need.
Beyond your medical bills, you may be able to recover other losses from the at-fault driver, including lost income and pain and suffering. Some eligibility rules, often based on the type of injury, can limit your pain and suffering claim.
If you share some of the blame, New Jersey lowers your recovery by your percentage of fault. For example, if you are 20% at fault, your award drops by 20%. You can't recover if you are more than 50% at fault.
In most cases, you have two years from the crash date to file a personal injury lawsuit in New Jersey. If you miss this deadline, the court will likely dismiss your case, and you could lose your chance to recover.
If an insurer questions whether your injuries came from the crash, a car accident lawyer can use your medical records to show the link. An attorney can also explain which coverage may pay for your treatment.
Injuries from a crash can affect your health, your work, and your daily routine. At The Law Offices of Sander Budanitsky, we help people across New Jersey sort through the legal and insurance questions that follow.
If you were injured in a car accident in Elizabeth, you can contact our personal injury lawyers at (908) 241-3445 to learn more about your legal options.
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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