St Louis, MO (April 12, 2022) – The St Louis Metropolitan Police Department was dispatched to the scene of an auto accident that ended in injuries.
At around 4:30 p.m., on April 11, calls for assistance came in surrounding a wreck that was blocking Interstate 44.
According to reports, an unknown number of vehicles collided on the eastbound side of the interstate in the area near US Highway 50. The incident prompted crews to remain on-site for more than an hour as they worked to clear the roadway.
EMS rendered aid to victims briefly on-site before transporting those in need of further care to area hospitals.
At this time, the incident remains under investigation.
Our thoughts are with the victims injured in this accident. We hope for their full recovery.
Car Accidents in Missouri
No one can prepare for the aftermath of a motor vehicle accident. Unfortunately, over 55,000 people in our state are left injured every year as a result of crashes involving cars, trucks, and SUVs.
In many instances, victims are left with minor injuries from their accidents. However, we see many victims hospitalized with serious injuries that require emergency medical attention.
Some of the most severe injuries victims are left with following accidents in our state include:
Traumatic brain injuries: Brain injuries are often a result of objects coming in contact with the head with extreme force. The impact causes the brain to bounce off the inside of the skull, resulting in swelling, bleeding, and other injuries. TBIs can require extensive medical care and leave victims to suffer from pain indefinitely.
Neck injuries: Whiplash and other neck/soft tissue injuries can drastically limit a victim’s range of motion. These injuries often result in pain and suffering. Many victims are unable to lift and have problems returning to work.
Back injuries: Back injuries are one of the leading causes of disabilities following car accidents. These injuries can drastically impact a victim’s ability to work, lift, and perform various tasks. Back injuries often require extensive care as well.
Broken bones: arms, legs, hands, and feet are typically vulnerable during collisions. As a result, breaks to these bones are very common. Although some are small fractures that require only casting, there are instances where people suffer compound fractures that require surgery and various other treatments.
When victims sustain these and other injuries in accidents due to the negligence of others, they may have legal options available to help them recover. Seeking the assistance of a car accident lawyer in St Louis can help you get the justice you deserve following an accident.
St Louis Personal Injury Lawyers
The St Louis personal injury lawyers at Peterson & Associates, P.C. have nearly four decades of experience fighting to protect the legal rights of victims harmed in accidents. Our team puts forth our best effort to ensure our client’s legal rights and best interests are truly protected. Do not wait to protect your legal rights. Contact our Missouri personal injury law firm by calling 816-888-8888 to see how we 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.
