BERGEN COUNTY, NJ – A Fair Lawn man has been charged following a multi-vehicle accident that severely injured a motorcyclist last week in Mahwah.
According to a local news story, Ryan McMullen was using a cellphone when he crashed into a motorcycle on Route 17 near Route 22 in the afternoon of September 4. He struck the motorcycle from behind and then hit and a second vehicle.
The unidentified 35-year-old motorcyclist was thrown from his bike and severely injured. He was transported to a local hospital from the scene and is now in stable condition.
McMullen, 37, is facing charges for assault by auto, reckless driving, and using a hand-held device while using a motor vehicle.
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Note: This blog reports on the types of cases our firm has extensive experience handling. It is painful to learn of the prevalence of these serious accidents, and it is our sincere hope that future catastrophes can be avoided. Our blog posts are written from scouring recent news stories. As more information is revealed, these stories may be updated. If the information in this blog article is outdated or false, please let us know so we can add updates or corrections.
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Written by: Brach Eichler Injury Lawyers Last Updated : November 29, 2021