Cyclist was struck by a garbage truck in New Brunswick
June 11, 2026 | New Brunswick, NJ
A 40-year-old bicyclist died following a collision with a garbage truck on Jersey Avenue in New Brunswick.
What happened in the crash?
Michael Moorman, 40, died after a garbage truck struck his bicycle in the 400 block of Jersey Avenue in New Brunswick.
- Date and time: Thursday morning, June 11, at approximately 10:18 a.m.
- Location: 400 block of Jersey Avenue, New Brunswick, NJ
- Vehicles involved: Garbage truck and bicycle
- Victim: Michael Moorman, 40
- Outcome: Transported to a nearby hospital, where he was pronounced deceased
- Status: New Brunswick Police Department continues to investigate
Why do collisions with large trucks often prove fatal?
A sanitation truck can weigh up to 30,000 pounds. The National Safety Council reports that large truck crashes injure an estimated 150,000 people and claim approximately 4,900 lives each year.
| Statistic | Annual Figure | Source |
|---|
| Injuries from large truck crashes | 150,000 | National Safety Council |
| Fatalities from large truck crashes | 4,900 | National Safety Council |
Legal Insights
Andrew G. Finkelstein, managing partner at Jacoby & Meyers Law Offices, discussed the importance of thorough investigation in cases such as this.
"Serious accidents involving motor vehicles can bring physical, financial, and emotional trauma upon a victim. The results are more catastrophic when heavy-duty commercial vehicles, such as garbage trucks, are involved."
"It is essential to reconstruct the accident to identify all the vehicles involved and determine the circumstances that led to the accident or the driver at fault."
"Insurance companies are never on the side of a victim injured or killed in a motor vehicle accident. According to the Insurance Research Institute, on average, an injured person who receives help from a lawyer ends up receiving three and a half times more money than those who do not."
Key takeaways:
- Accident reconstruction helps establish fault and protect family rights
- Early legal representation supports the pursuit of available compensation
- Families should avoid providing statements to insurers immediately after a crash
Wrongful Death Considerations in Cases Such as This
Pending the investigation, the family of Michael Moorman may pursue a wrongful death claim. Eligible damages can include loss of companionship, pain and suffering, and emotional distress.
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