Elizabeth, NJ (October 20, 2026) – A woman was injured after being struck by a vehicle near West Grand Street and Chilton Street in Elizabeth on Monday evening, October 19. The crash was reported around 6:55 p.m.
Initial reports indicated that the woman sustained scrapes and bruises in the collision.
Emergency units were dispatched to assist those involved.
Authorities are working to determine what led to the crash.
We wish the injured woman a full and steady recovery.
Pedestrian accidents in Elizabeth often lead to injuries such as head injuries, broken bones, spinal injuries, internal injuries, and road rash. When you're on foot, nothing shields your body, so even a slow-moving car can still hurt you badly.
In some cases, a concussion or internal bleeding may not cause symptoms until hours or even days after the crash. Seeing a doctor promptly, even if you feel fine, can catch hidden problems and show when your treatment began.
Under New Jersey law, your auto policy or that of a relative you live with may pay your medical bills through PIP, even though you were walking. If neither one applies, the driver's PIP coverage may step in.
Depending on how serious your injuries are, a claim against the driver may cover lost income, medical costs beyond PIP, and pain and suffering. If you need ongoing care, you may also seek the cost of future treatment.
To show how the crash happened, you should gather the police report, photos of the scene, witness contact details, and any nearby security or doorbell camera footage. Some owners delete video within days, so it's best to ask early.
In most cases, you have two years from the date of the crash to file a personal injury lawsuit in New Jersey. If you miss this deadline, you may lose the chance to seek compensation through the courts.
If an insurer says your injuries aren't serious, a pedestrian accident lawyer can use your treatment records to show how the crash has affected your life. An attorney can also deal with the insurer for you while you focus on getting better.
Our team at The Law Offices of Sander Budanitsky helps people injured in pedestrian accidents throughout New Jersey. We take the time to understand how your injuries have affected you and explain your options clearly.
If you were hurt in a pedestrian accident in Elizabeth, you can contact our personal injury lawyers at (908) 241-3445 to talk about what happened. We can answer your questions and help you understand what to do 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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