Mountainside, NJ (October 28, 2026) – At least one person was injured in a two-vehicle wreck on U.S. Route 22 in Mountainside on Monday afternoon, October 26. The collision occurred around 4:15 p.m. near the Westfield Road U-turns.
Emergency crews were dispatched to assist those involved.
Authorities are investigating what led to the crash.
We hope the injured person makes a full and steady recovery.
After a car accident in Mountainside, you may be able to recover compensation for medical bills, lost wages, vehicle damage, and pain and suffering. What you can recover depends on your injuries, insurance coverage, and New Jersey law. The amount also depends on how the accident has affected your daily life.
The sooner you see a doctor, the easier it may be to link your injuries to the accident. Some injuries take time to show symptoms. Medical records can also help show how serious your injuries are and whether you need ongoing treatment.
Because New Jersey is a no-fault state, personal injury protection (PIP) under an applicable auto insurance policy may cover eligible medical expenses, no matter who caused the accident. However, your coverage depends on your eligibility, policy terms, and limits. PIP may not cover every medical bill.
To support your claim, keep your medical bills, pay stubs, repair estimates, and photos of your injuries and vehicle damage. These records can help show how the accident has affected you and provide evidence of your losses.
In rare cases, New Jersey law allows punitive damages when someone acts with actual malice or shows willful and wanton disregard for others' safety. These damages punish serious wrongdoing and help prevent similar conduct. They generally cannot exceed five times compensatory damages or $350,000, whichever is greater, although exceptions apply.
Under New Jersey law, you generally have two years to file a personal injury lawsuit, although exceptions may apply. If you miss the deadline, you could lose your right to seek compensation through the courts. Knowing how much time you have can help you protect your claim.
If an insurance company offers less than your losses may be worth, a car accident lawyer can review the offer and negotiate on your behalf. An attorney can also help make sure your documented expenses and injuries are considered before you agree to a settlement.
At The Law Offices of Sander Budanitsky, we help people injured in car accidents throughout New Jersey. We take the time to understand how the crash has affected you and walk you through the claims process.
If you were hurt in a car accident in Mountainside, you can contact our personal injury lawyers at (908) 241-3445 to discuss your situation. We can answer your questions and explain what steps you can take next.
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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