Ozark, MO (December 23, 2021) – At around 11:25 p.m., on December 21, emergency crews were notified that their assistance was needed on-site at a crash on US Highway 65.
Reports from the Missouri State Highway Patrol show that a 2017 Dodge Ram was traveling on US Highway 65 when it crashed into the rear of a 2002 Suzuki Utility. Both vehicles were left with extensive damage and had to be towed from the scene.
The driver of the Suzuki, a 17-year-old female, was injured in the crash. She was transported to Cox Hospital in Branson for care.
At this time, the incident remains under investigation.
Our thoughts are with the victim who was injured in this accident. We hope for her full recovery.
Car Accidents in Missouri
Each year, tens of thousands of people in our state are negatively impacted by motor vehicle accidents. There are many cases where injured victims are harmed in accidents caused by drivers who speed, are impaired, or otherwise engage in negligent actions while operating their vehicles.
Although no two accidents are alike, we see many similarities when it comes to the consequences they have. In many cases, victims are left with painful injuries that require both immediate and long-term care. Suffering spinal cord injuries, traumatic brain injuries, and even back injuries can result in the need for long-term care.
If you have been hurt in a motor vehicle accident, due to the negligence of another driver, you may have legal options available to help you move forward. A trusted Ozark car accident lawyer can help you determine the best approach toward getting you justice. When victims are harmed as a result of negligent drivers, they are often able to recover compensation for medical expenses, lost wages, vehicle repairs, and more. Our team can help you move forward and fight to ensure you secure the compensation you need and deserve.
Ozark Personal Injury Lawyers
The Ozark personal injury attorneys at Peterson & Associates, P.C. strive to help victims protect their legal rights after being hurt in crashes caused by reckless, negligent, and careless drivers. Our legal team works to help injured parties understand their legal rights after being harmed in accidents.
Our law firm puts together solid legal claims on behalf of our clients to ensure we are in the best position possible to negotiate full and timely compensation. We strive to help victims by utilizing proven strategies to ensure they are able to collect the maximum amount of compensation available for medical costs, lost wages, vehicle repairs, and more.
If you have been hurt as a result of a motor vehicle accident, contact our personal injury attorneys in Missouri as soon as possible. By calling 816-888-8888 you can schedule a free case evaluation at your earliest convenience with our team to explore legal options available to help you recover.
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Disclaimer: As a well-respected member of the Kansas City, Missouri business community, Peterson & Associates, P.C. is always looking to increase the safety of and bring overall safety for all Missouri residents. We hope that by bringing awareness to the dangers associated with driving that people will exercise additional caution when operating a motor vehicle and avoid being injured in a serious crash. This post is not intended to be a solicitation for business. This post should not be misconstrued as medical or legal advice. The photos depicted in this post are not representative of the actual accident scene.
