St Louis, MO (December 8, 2021) – An automobile accident reported in the St Louis area left one woman seriously injured. At around 9 a.m., on December 7, authorities were notified that a crash took place on Interstate 64 that required assistance.
Reports from authorities show that a 2019 Kia Forte and a 2009 Mazda CX9 were both traveling west on Interstate 64. For unknown reasons, the two vehicles collided near mile marker 24.
The driver of the Mazda, 32-year-old Sherreece McIntyre, sustained serious injuries in the accident. She was transported to Mercy Hospital in St Louis for care.
At this time, the incident remains under investigation.
Our thoughts are with Sherreece McIntyre at this time. We hope for her full recovery.
Car Accidents in Missouri
Reports provided by the Missouri Department of Transportation and the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration show that the state of Missouri ranks 19th out of all 50 states for the likelihood of people being involved in fatal collisions. Between 2012 and 2014, more than 2,300 people lost their lives in accidents throughout the state. More than 55,000 more are left with life-altering injuries that require extensive medical treatment.
In many cases, victims sustain broken bones, traumatic brain injuries, spinal cord injuries, and various other life-changing injuries that require extensive medical treatment. The unfortunate truth is that motor vehicle accidents impact more than just the mental and physical health and wellbeing of victims. Not only are accidents overwhelmingly painful, but they can be financially draining as well.
Victims harmed in crashes are able to recover compensation to help alleviate some of the financial burdens they endure from their accidents. Some of the most common damages victims are able to recover include compensation for:
- Pain and suffering
- Lost wages
- Vehicle repairs
- Medical costs (both immediate and long-term)
Victims who work with seasoned car accident attorneys in St Louis are in the best position possible to get the justice they deserve.
St Louis Personal Injury Lawyers
Our St Louis personal injury attorneys at Peterson & Associates, P.C. understand the mental and emotional challenges victims face after being harmed. The financial impacts only make recovering more difficult.
Our lawyers put together solid legal claims on behalf of our clients to sure we are in the best position possible to help victims recover the compensation they need to cover various financial burdens they face moving forward from their accident.
If you have been injured in an accident, due to the negligence of another driver, you must seek legal guidance as soon as possible. Our team is available to help you move forward in the best way possible. Contact our personal injury attorneys in Missouri at 816-888-8888 to meet with our team of knowledgeable attorneys at your earliest convenience to see how we can help you recover from your accident and move forward.
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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.
