Belton, MO (November 9, 2022) – A traffic accident took place in Cass County that resulted in injuries, according to law enforcement. At around 3:30 p.m., on November 6, the Missouri State Highway Patrol was notified that a motor vehicle accident occurred on Route D.
According to reports provided by law enforcement, a 2010 Honda Civic and a 2017 Kenworth tractor-trailer collided on Route D, just south of 187th Street. Both of the vehicles involved in the crash suffered significant damage. MSHP and firefighters closed off a portion of the roadway as they worked to remove debris in the damaged vehicles from the scene.
The Honda driver, 65-year-old Daniel Sullivan of Raymore, Missouri, suffered serious injuries as a result of the collision. Solomon was transported by South Metro Fire to reach search hot Medical Center, where he underwent emergency treatment.
Investigations are currently underway surrounding this accident.
We hope Daniel Sullivan recovers quickly following this accident.
Truck Accidents in Missouri
In 2021, commercial motor vehicle accidents had a fatality rate of 1.28 deaths per 100,000 people in the state of Missouri. Unfortunately, the number of people injured as a result of truck accidents in our state continues to increase year after year. Commercial vehicle accidents often result in more severe injuries for those involved. This is due to the size and weight of these massive vehicles, especially when compared to other vehicles sharing the road.
If you have been hurt as a result of a truck accident, you may be able to file a legal claim to recover financial compensation to help offset some of your medical costs and other damages you face. When it comes to pursuing legal action, there are various parties who you can hold us accountable for any resulting injuries and damages.
The truck driver is usually the first party that is considered when liability is being determined. This is because the driver is the one who is operating the vehicle and therefore has the most control over it. Trucking companies are also commonly held liable for accidents because they are responsible for hiring and training drivers. If they engaged in negligent hiring practices, they can assume liability for any injuries or death that result from crashes caused by their drivers.
Cargo companies can be held liable if their cargo was not properly secured and caused an accident. Maintenance companies can be held liable if they did not properly maintain the truck and it caused an accident.
In some cases, the truck owner can also be held liable for an accident. This is usually only the case if the owner was aware of a mechanical issue with the truck and did not have it fixed before allowing it to be driven.
Working with a Belton truck accident lawyer will help you to determine who is at fault for the injuries and damages you have suffered. Our personal injury lawyers that Peterson & Associates, P.C. will help you identify who is responsible for your injuries and we will make them pay. Our team will fearlessly fight to help you get money to cover all of your medical costs, repairs to your vehicle, and more. Schedule a consultation with our team today by calling 816-888-8888.
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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.
