Demarest, NJ (July 24, 2025) – On Wednesday, July 23, a teenage girl was seriously hurt after a pedestrian crash in the Demarest area. The incident was reported at the corner of Anderson Avenue and County Road early that morning at around 9 a.m. The victim was on foot when they were hit by a school bus.
The circumstances leading to the incident have not yet been determined. Emergency responders were quickly dispatched to render aid. The injured pedestrian was seriously hurt and transported to a local hospital by a medevac helicopter for treatment. The bus was operated by First Student, Inc., and the driver remained at the scene to cooperate with authorities. The area was temporarily closed as local officials were present. No updates on the condition of the injured party are currently available.
Our thoughts are with the injured victim and their family at this time. We hope for a full recovery.
Pedestrian Accidents in New Jersey
Walking increases your risk of serious injuries. Many people die or suffer serious injuries in New Jersey pedestrian accidents. With almost 1.61 deaths per 100,000 people, the state was recently placed 15th in the country for pedestrian deaths. New Jersey sees about 141 pedestrian deaths annually. More than 6,000 victims report serious injuries.
Pedestrian crashes are much more likely to end in life-changing injuries, and you must be able to protect your legal rights during this difficult time by working closely with a trained legal team. This is often the best and most efficient way to secure the full and fair compensation you are owed while also ensuring your legal rights are protected at every stage of the case.
It is never easy to get back on your feet after a serious crash. You need to be able to protect your legal rights by working closely with a team of diligent New Jersey car accident lawyers to get the most out of your case. Garces, Grabler & LeBrocq has a proven history of helping injured parties pursue full recoveries.
Reach out to our offices at (800) 923-3456 to initiate your case with the assistance of a proficient legal team. We can answer any questions that you may have during a free, no-cost consultation. You will know that your case is in excellent hands.
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