Critical Pedestrian Accident in EB Lanes of US-40 Tap to Call - Available 24/7 1-800-90-LEGAL Lawyers Standing By - Available 24/7 Menu Practice Areas Close Getting Started Case Basics Personal Injury Vehicle Accidents Post Vehicle Accident Checklist Auto Attorney Involvement Car Accident Truck Accident Motorcycle Accident Bicycle Accident Pedestrian Accident Public Transportation Accident Taxi Accident Uber & Lyft Accidents DUI Liability Slip & Fall Accidents Attorney Involvement Additional Considerations Stairwell Accident Sidewalk Accident Apartment Accident Restaurant Accident Supermarket Accident Serious Injury Brain & Spinal Cord Damage Dog Bites Burn Injury Joint Damage Neck & Back Damage Wrongful Death WORK INJURIES What to Do After a Workplace Accident SOCIAL SECURITY DISABILITY MEDICAL MALPRACTICE PRODUCT LIABILITY Attorneys Close Rand Spear, Esq. Marc F. Greenfield, Esq. Stuart A. Richman, Esq. Jeremy M. Weitz, Esq. Scott T. Taggart, Esq. Michael G. Spear, Esq. Timothy J. Domis, Esq. Richard H. Kugel, Esq. Nikolay Lukin, Esq. Resources Close How Much is My Case Worth? Getting Started Case Basics Accident News Blog Videos About Close Why Choose Spear Greenfield? No Win No Fee How We Work Verdicts and Settlements Testimonials Close Review Us Locations Close Philadelphia Cherry Hill Marlton Contact us Personal Injury Lawyers Attorneys Personal Injury Resources Personal Injury Lawyers Attorneys Atlantic City, NJ – Critical Pedestrian Accident in EB Lanes of US-40 April 21, 2022 Atlantic City, NJ (April 21, 2022) – One person was critically injured in a pedestrian accident that took place on a major roadway in Atlantic City on Wednesday night, April 20. According to Atlantic City Police, the accident happened around 11:30 p.m. in the eastbound lanes of US-40 around the area of the Atlantic City Expressway. The pedestrian was crossing one or more lanes of the highway when they were struck by a passenger vehicle in the area. It is not known if the driver remained at the scene or not. Paramedics, fire crews, and several other responders were dispatched to the scene to help those in need. The pedestrian, who has not yet been formally identified, was critically injured. They were rushed to a local hospital for treatment of their injuries. Their current condition is not yet known. The roadway was completely blocked in the area of the accident as police worked to clear the scene. No further details have been released but the investigation continues. Police will update with more information as it becomes available. Our thoughts are with the injured victim and their family in hopes of a full recovery. Pedestrian Accidents in New Jersey Pedestrian accidents are known for being some of the most severe accidents on our roads in New Jersey. This is due to the fact that pedestrians are incredibly vulnerable parties on our roads in the event of an accident involving any type of vehicle. Hundreds of pedestrians are killed and many others sustain serious injuries in these accidents each year. In just 2021, it is estimated that approximately 207 pedestrians were killed in New Jersey pedestrian accidents. This is much higher than many other years within the state. Being injured in a pedestrian accident can affect your life in a variety of ways. This is why you should be prepared to speak with an attorney soon after your collision. The aftermath of a pedestrian accident can be a scary and confusing time in your life. You expect that drivers will always watch out for your general well-being. When this does not occur and you have sustained injuries in a pedestrian accident, you may be feeling alone and confused. Serious injuries tend to stem from these accidents, including the following: Spinal cord injuries Traumatic brain injuries Road rash Paralysis Broken bones In the blink of an eye, your life could be turned upside-down due to a pedestrian accident. This is why you should speak with an Atlantic City pedestrian accident lawyer as soon as possible after an accident. Atlantic City Pedestrian Accident Attorneys Our attorneys at Spear Greenfield Personal Injury Attorneys are here to help you after you have been severely injured in a pedestrian accident on New Jersey roads. We understand how overwhelming a pedestrian crash can be. As you work on your physical recovery, you should never have to worry about how you will afford to pay the bills that pile up against you. Having the help of an attorney on your side can put you in a better position as you move forward. Please contact a pedestrian accident attorney in Atlantic City at (215) 600-0681 for the help you deserve at this time. Note: Our team of writers uses secondary sources to produce this post including local and state media and news sources, local and state police incident reports, social medial platforms as well as eyewitness accounts about serious accidents that take place in Pennsylvania. For that reason, if you find any information that is not correct, please contact Spear Greenfield Personal Injury Attorneys as soon as possible so that we can update the post with the most accurate information available. A post will be removed upon request. Disclaimer: The photos used in this post were not taken at this accident scene. All information contained in this post is informational and not intended to be considered legal or medical advice. This post is not a solicitation for business. 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