Late-Night Wreck Injures Three on Rte 22 in Hillside, NJ

Hillside, NJ (October 18, 2026) – Three people were injured in a two-vehicle crash near Route 22 and Harding Terrace in Hillside on Thursday night, October 15. The collision happened shortly before 10:30 p.m.

Emergency crews arrived to find multiple people needing medical attention. At about 10:34 p.m., firefighters requested a third ambulance to help the three injured people. No one was trapped inside the vehicles.

Authorities are investigating what caused the vehicles to collide.

We hope all three injured people make a full recovery.

Which Injuries Are Common in Car Accidents in Hillside, NJ?

Car accidents in Hillside often cause injuries such as whiplash, back injuries, concussions, broken bones, and cuts or bruises. These injuries can affect your movement, comfort, and ability to manage ordinary daily tasks. Their effects vary from person to person.

In some cases, symptoms from soft tissue injuries or concussions may not show up until hours or days later. Adrenaline can hide pain at first, so you may notice stiffness, headaches, dizziness, or trouble focusing once the shock wears off.

Even if you feel fine, getting checked at an urgent care clinic right away can uncover injuries you may not notice yet. It also creates a record of when your treatment began, which helps connect your injuries to the crash.

Under New Jersey law, personal injury protection (PIP) generally pays for eligible medical expenses no matter who caused the crash, up to your coverage limits. This coverage comes from your own auto policy and helps cover doctor visits, tests, and therapy.

Depending on your losses, you may recover lost income and pain and suffering from the responsible driver, subject to New Jersey's rules. Future medical costs may also be recoverable if your injuries require ongoing care, such as physical therapy or surgery.

In most cases, you have two years from the crash date to file a personal injury lawsuit in New Jersey. If you miss that deadline, you may lose your chance to recover in court, even if the other driver was at fault.

If an insurer offers less than your injuries may be worth, a car accident lawyer can gather your medical bills and treatment records to support your claim. An attorney can also communicate with the insurer on your behalf while you focus on recovering.

Our team at The Law Offices of Sander Budanitsky helps people injured in car accidents throughout New Jersey. We take the time to understand how your injuries have affected you and give clear guidance based on your situation.

If you were injured in a car accident in Hillside, you can contact our personal injury lawyers at (908) 241-3445. We can answer your questions and explain the steps you may 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.
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