Kansas City, MO (January 10, 2022) – Three people were transported to area hospitals with injuries following a motor vehicle accident in the Kansas City area on Sunday morning, January 9. At around 1:42 a.m., authorities were notified that a crash took place on Interstate 29 that required assistance.
Reports provided by Missouri State Highway Patrol Trooper M Gallo Mejia show that a 2002 Chevrolet was traveling the wrong way on the Interstate when it crashed head-on into a 2007 Hyundai near Tiffany Springs Parkway. A 2019 International then collided with the Hyundai.
Three people involved in the crash were injured. The victims, 20-year-old Elise Edwards, 21-year-old Jason Baird, and 23-year-old Makayla Rikli, were all transported to North Kansas City Hospital for care.
At this time, the incident remains under investigation.
Our thoughts are with Elise Edwards, Jason Baird, and Makayla Rikli at this time. We hope for their full recovery.
Car Accidents in Missouri
Car accidents throughout the state of Missouri send thousands of people to area hospitals with injuries. Although some of these collisions are unavoidable, we continue to see numerous people sustain life-changing injuries as a result of the negligent or reckless actions of others. The chances of suffering catastrophic injuries are greatly increased in accidents involving speeding vehicles, motorcycles, pedestrians, and semi-trucks. However, it is important to understand that various factors come in to play when it comes to determining the severity of an injury a victim is likely to sustain.
Even though many injured victims have to take some time off work to recover from their injuries, numerous victims are left permanently disabled and unable to return to work after. When victims are injured in accidents resulting from the negligence of other motorists, it is important that they seek legal guidance as soon as possible. Victims may be entitled to compensation that can help cover the costs of care and other expenses moving forward. A responsive and effective car accident attorney in Kansas City can help to explain your legal rights as a victim of an accident.
Kansas City Personal Injury Lawyers
Our team of Kansas City injury lawyers at Peterson & Associates, P.C. have extensive experience helping accident victims recover from their accidents. We understand the overwhelming mental and physical consequences that people are forced to endure after being harmed in accidents. This knowledge and understanding motivate us to fight aggressively to ensure they are able to recover after being injured in an 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. With over $500 million in recovered damages, you can rest assured knowing your legal rights and best interests are protected with us. Contact our Missouri personal injury attorneys by calling (816)298-8708 to see how we can help you.
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