Washington, MO (December 20, 2021) – One man was left with injuries following a motor vehicle accident in the Washington area on Friday afternoon, December 17. At around 3:35 p.m., authorities were notified that their assistance was needed on-site at a crash on Missouri State Route 8.
Reports provided by Missouri State Highway Patrol indicate that a 2003 Chevrolet Trailblazer and a 2016 Chevrolet Colorado were both traveling east on Missouri State Route 8. The driver of the Trailblazer stopped the vehicle for a school bus that was unloading children near Saturn Road.
The driver of the Colorado did not see the vehicle stropped. As a result, the front of the Colorado crashed into the rear of the Trailblazer.
The driver of the Trailblazer, 64-year-old Kenneth Gaylord, was transported to Washington County Memorial Hospital for care.
At this time, the incident remains under investigation.
Our thoughts are with Kenneth Gaylord at this time. We hope for his full recovery.
Car Accidents in Missouri
Thousands of motorists are involved in collisions throughout the state of Missouri each year. Although not all accidents end in catastrophic injuries, a fair share of these accidents do force victims into area hospitals. In many cases, victims sustain broken bones, traumatic brain injuries, spinal cord injuries, and various other life-changing injuries that require extensive medical treatment.
People who are injured in accidents often deal with an array of challenges moving forward. Not only do are most victims left to deal with pain and suffering, but the financial consequences of accidents can be crippling for both victims and their families. When victims are harmed in accidents as a result of other motorists, our state allows them to file legal claims against wrongdoers to recover compensation for the financial burdens they endure. Victims can benefit immensely by consulting with a car accident attorney in Washington who is well-versed in personal injury laws in our state.
Washington Personal Injury Lawyers
Our team of Washington personal injury lawyers at Peterson & Associates, P.C. have extensive experience helping accident victims recover from their accidents. We have helped thousands of victims recover over $500 million, collectively, for their personal injury cases and we are dedicated to helping you maximize your recoveries after being harmed. Some of the ways we help our clients include:
- Investigating their accident
- Gathering evidence for them
- Obtaining medical reports, vehicle repair statements, and police reports
- Negotiating compensation with the insurance companies of at-fault parties
- Providing responsive representation in court
If you have been injured in an accident, due to the negligence of another driver, you must seek legal guidance as soon as possible.
We will stop at nothing to ensure your legal rights are protected after being harmed. Contact our personal injury attorneys in Missouri at 816-888-8888 to see how our team can help you.
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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.
