Lee’s Summit, MO (March 29, 2022) – A motor vehicle accident reported in Jackson County ended in injuries. Just after 7:45 a.m., on March 28, the Missouri State Highway Patrol was dispatched to the scene of an accident on Interstate 70.
Reports provided by authorities show that a 2020 Volkswagen Jetta was traveling westbound on Interstate 70. As the vehicle began to slow down near View High Drive, it was struck by a 2016 Acura ILX.
Both vehicles involved in the accident were towed from the scene.
The driver of the Volkswagen, a 17-year-old female from Lee’s Summit, Missouri, was transported to a local hospital for the treatment of injuries.
At this time, investigations surrounding the accident are underway with the Missouri State Highway Patrol.
Our thoughts are with the victim who was injured in this accident. We hope for her full recovery.
Car Accidents in Missouri
We see tens of thousands of people injured in motor vehicle accidents across the state of Missouri due to the negligence of other drivers. Although most motorists are careful and are considerate of other motorists sharing the road, we see many accidents take place due to driver error. In fact, over 80% of collisions involve some form of negligence.
In Missouri, some of the leading causes of crashes include:
- Drivers who are under the influence of drugs or alcohol
- Drivers who are speeding
- Drivers who fail to yield the right of way
- Drivers who are distracted by phones and other objects
These and other negligent actions leave countless innocent parties with broken bones, spinal cord injuries, internal organ damage, and other injuries that demand both immediate and long-term medical care.
When victims are injured in accidents, those harmed are able to pursue legal actions to obtain compensation to cover the financial burdens they face moving forward. Working with a knowledgeable and aggressive car accident attorney in the Lee’s Summit area after your accident can greatly improve your chances of recovering.
Lee’s Summit Personal Injury Lawyers
Our competent and trusted Lee’s Summit personal injury attorneys at Peterson & Associates, P.C. are dedicated to helping our clients maximize their recoveries after being harmed in car accidents caused by negligent drivers. The financial impacts only make the process of recovering from injuries more challenging.
Our team does not feel it is right to force victims to spend their own money on costs they face due to the negligence of another person. For this reason, we spend a significant amount of time assisting victims to maximize their recoveries and we have a track record to prove it. We have helped our clients obtain a total of $500 million in recoveries by prevailing on thousands of claims over the years.
If you have been hurt in 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 the 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.
