Washington, MO (March 21, 2022) – One woman was transported to a local hospital for the treatment of injuries as a result of a motor vehicle accident in Washington County on Friday afternoon, March 18.
At around 1:45 p.m., the Missouri State Highway Patrol was dispatched to the site of a crash on Missouri State Route 21.
Reports from authorities show that a collision between a 2000 Chevrolet S-10 and a 2002 Jeep Liberty occurred on Missouri State Route 21 just south of Tindall Road. The incident resulted in injuries.
EMS transported 74-year-old Linda Turntine to Washington County Memorial Hospital for the treatment of injuries.
At this time, the incident remains under investigation.
Our thoughts are with Linda Turntine at this time. We hope for her 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 involved in collisions are often forced to spend tens of thousands of dollars on medical treatment and vehicle repairs while going without wages from work. 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.
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.
