Manchester, NH – Two-Car Injury Crash at Bridge St & Elm St

Manchester, NH (May 18, 2026) – A two-car crash with reported injuries occurred Saturday, May 16, at the intersection of Bridge Street and Elm Street in Manchester. Manchester Police and emergency units responded to the scene and found two vehicles involved in the accident.

Responders assessed those hurt at the scene. Authorities confirmed that injuries were reported, though none were considered life-threatening.

Authorities continue to investigate the cause of the collision. Further details have not been released at this time.

Our thoughts remain with those injured in this crash as they recover from their injuries.

Compensation That Victims Can Recover After a Car Accident in New Hampshire

After a car accident in New Hampshire, injured people may be eligible to seek several types of compensation depending on the circumstances of the crash. These typically include medical expenses, lost wages, property damage, and pain and suffering. The strength of a claim often depends on how well documented the injuries and losses are from the start.

New Hampshire is one of the few states that does not require drivers to carry personal injury protection or no-fault insurance. This means that after a crash, injured people generally pursue compensation directly through the at-fault driver’s liability insurance. 

New Hampshire follows a modified comparative fault rule, which directly affects how compensation works after a collision. Under this rule, an injured person can seek damages as long as they are found to be less than 51 percent at fault for the accident. 

However, any compensation they may be eligible to receive gets reduced by their percentage of fault. For example, if a person suffers $50,000 in losses but a court finds them 20 percent responsible for the crash, their recoverable amount would be reduced accordingly. A car accident attorney can help review the facts of a case and explain how fault may apply to a specific situation.

Beyond medical bills and lost income, New Hampshire law also allows injured people to seek non-economic damages. These include compensation for pain and suffering, emotional distress, and reduced quality of life following a serious injury. 

At Stephen Law, we have years of experience reviewing car accident cases throughout Manchester and Hillsborough County, and we can help explain how compensation, insurance coverage, and documentation work together after a crash. 

If you have questions following a collision in New Hampshire, call Stephen Law at (877) 663-1007 to discuss your available options.

Note: This post has been prepared using information obtained from publicly available secondary sources. The details of the incident have not been independently verified. If you identify any inaccuracies, please contact Stephen Law Group so our team can promptly review and update the content to ensure accuracy and reliability.Disclaimer: The information contained in this post is provided for general informational purposes only and should not be construed as legal or medical advice. This content does not establish an attorney-client relationship and is not intended as a solicitation for legal services. If you or someone you know has been injured in an accident, please seek immediate medical attention. Any photographs included in this post are for illustrative purposes only and do not depict the actual scene of the accident.