Manchester school bus crash lawsuit filed over alleged stop sign violation
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Manchester school bus crash lawsuit filed over alleged stop sign violation

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March 20, 2026

Manchester, NJ – A Manchester Township man has filed a lawsuit against the local board of education and a school bus driver, alleging negligence in a crash that left him with serious injuries. The complaint stems from a March 2025 collision at a residential intersection, where the plaintiff claims the bus driver failed to stop at a posted sign.

According to the filing, Yitzchok Munk was driving near the intersection of Grinnell Avenue and Bismarck Street around 3:55 p.m. on March 3 when a school bus operated by Raymond Champion entered the intersection.

The lawsuit alleges Champion “entered the intersection… without stopping at a posted stop sign,” resulting in a collision that caused significant damage and injuries.


Key Points

  • Lawsuit claims school bus driver ran stop sign, causing crash in Manchester
  • Plaintiff alleges serious injuries and ongoing medical treatment
  • Manchester Township Board of Education named as defendant under liability claims

Crash findings and legal claims

The complaint states that responding investigators determined the bus driver was at fault and issued a summons for failure to stop, in violation of New Jersey traffic law.

Munk alleges he was “violently tossed about” in the crash and suffered injuries leading to pain, disability, lost wages, and continued medical care.

The lawsuit also claims the Manchester Township Board of Education is liable because the driver was acting within the scope of his employment at the time of the crash.

Damages and next steps

The filing includes claims of negligent driving, as well as allegations related to hiring, training, and supervision. It seeks compensation for medical expenses, lost income, and pain and suffering.

A jury trial has been requested as the case proceeds in Ocean County Superior Court.

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