East Brunswick, NJ – Jesse Ibarra Injured in DUI Crash on NJ-18

Car Accidents,Injury • July 10, 2020

East Brunswick, NJ (July 10, 2020) – A Somerset man was charged in a drunk driving accident that left four people injured in East Brunswick on Saturday, July 4. The collision occurred at the intersection of NJ-18 and Hope Street at around 5:02 a.m. Jesse Ibarra, 21, was reportedly driving north in a Honda Pilot on NJ-18 when he collided with a Ford Fiesta.

The two vehicles collided head-on, and the driver and passenger of the Ford were extricated by emergency personnel and transported to Robert Wood Johnson Hospital. Both Ibarra and his female passenger were also hospitalized.

Ibarra was charged with driving while intoxicated. An ongoing investigation into the crash is underway.

Our thoughts are with the injured victims, and their families at this time. We hope for their full recovery.

Drunk Driving Accidents in New Jersey

Drunk drivers are a serious concern in the United States, putting millions at risk every day. A total of 10,497 people were killed in DUI collisions across the country in 2016, accounting for around 28% of traffic fatalities that year. That year, nearly 17% of traffic deaths involving children under 14 involved drunk driver accidents. Someone is killed by a drunk driver nearly every 50 minutes, with an estimated 30 people dying each day.

If you or a loved one is involved in a serious New Jersey car accident, the resulting damages can be overwhelming, and recovering compensation is difficult for those who are unfamiliar with the law. Many victims are unsure of what to do next to protect their legal rights, and this can lead to issues when pursuing a personal injury claim. An experienced New Jersey car crash attorney can help injured victims and their families recover lost compensation.

Since 1965, Brady Reilly & Cardoso, LLC has provided reliable, result-driven legal services to New Jersey residents, and we are dedicated to obtaining a fair settlement for all our clients. Personal injury law in New Jersey is broad, involving an array of different accidents, and each comes with its own unique rules and limitations. Contact our offices today at (201) 997- 0030 to discuss your case and see how our experienced legal team can help you.

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Disclaimer: Our intent in these posts is to bring attention to the dangers members in our community face and to encourage caution. Accidents do happen and we hope these posts help those affected. However, this information should not be misconstrued as legal or medical advice, and we urge you to contact a trained legal professional for more information regarding your specific situation.

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