E Rutherford, NJ (July 22, 2025) – A man was killed and a woman injured after a crash involving a motorcycle in East Rutherford on Monday, July 21. The deadly crash took place on Route 120 late that night at around 9:30 p.m. Emergency crews were quickly dispatched to the scene after being notified of the incident.
It was later revealed that the parties were traveling on a 2023 Harley-Davidson motorcycle when it hit a curb before lying down. The male operator suffered fatal injuries and was pronounced dead at the scene by attending medical personnel. A woman passenger was rushed to Hackensack University Medical Center for the treatment of sustained injuries. The area was temporarily closed while local authorities were present.
The identities of the crash victims have been withheld. An ongoing investigation into the cause of the collision is being managed by local law enforcement officials, and more updates will be provided as it continues.
We want to offer our deepest sympathies to the family of the deceased victim at this time. Our thoughts are also with the injured victims and their families in hopes of a rapid and complete recovery.
Fatal Motorcycle Accidents in New Jersey
The number of motorcycle fatalities has increased by over 11 percent in recent years. In 2021, an estimated 5,900 motorcycle riders lost their lives in traffic accidents in the United States.
Motorcycle riders over 40 are over 20 times more likely to be injured in an accident than riders of the same age, and riders are nearly 27 times more likely to die in an accident than someone in a car.
After a fatal collision, it’s critical to be able to defend your legal rights by collaborating closely with an experienced legal team. Sadly, a deadly crash can change your life, particularly if it results in the death of a close and cherished family member. Therefore, it is crucial that you are prepared to fight for justice by collaborating closely with an experienced motorcycle accident lawyer if you are currently dealing with the devastating and recent loss of a loved one.
During this trying time, our brave and empathetic legal team at Garces, Grabler & LeBrocq is here to support you. We are prepared to get started on your case right away and have assisted numerous bereaved families in pursuing successful lawsuits.
We won’t stop until you are awarded the compensation you need and deserve to deal with burial costs, medical bills, and any other losses arising from your loved one’s tragic and sudden passing. Call Garces, Grabler & LeBrocq today at (800) 923-3456 to get started on your wrongful death claim.
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