Boone County, MO (November 11, 2022) – A traffic accident took place in Boone County on Thursday morning that left two people seriously injured. At around 6:50 a.m., on November 10, troopers with the Missouri State Highway Patrol were notified that a crash occurred on Route WW.
Authorities arrived at the scene and immediately secured off the area. According to local law enforcement, the driver of a 2010 Pontiac G6 attempted to navigate a left turn in the area of Route WW at the intersection of El Chaparral Avenue. As a result, the vehicle traveled into the path of the 2015 Chevrolet city express. The two vehicles collided, leaving them both totaled.
Two people involved in the crash, 21-year-old Matthew Amburgey and 33-year-old Victoria Swearingin, both suffered serious injuries. Both victims were transported by Boone County EMS to University Hospital, where they underwent emergency medical care.
All Missouri State Highway Patrol is actively investigating the crash.
We hope Matthew Amburgey and Victoria Swearingin recover quickly following this accident.
Car Accidents in Missouri
Accidents occur often in the state of Missouri. In fact, over 100,000 accidents take place in our state annually. Many of these accidents result in injuries. Unfortunately, there are many accidents that take place due to negligent drivers.
Turning without looking is one of the most common causes of accidents in Missouri. Drivers who fail to look both ways before turning are more likely to cause an accident.
Failing to yield the right-of-way is another common factor reported in vehicle collisions across our state. When two vehicles proceed through an intersection at the same time, it is essential that drivers yield the right-of-way to vehicles that are able to proceed through the intersection. When drivers fail to yield, they can cause serious accidents.
Finally, passing through stop signs is another leading factor in vehicle collisions in Missouri. Drivers who do not stop completely at a stop sign are more likely to cause an accident.
All of these actions are careless and put other drivers at risk of being severely harmed in accidents. If you have been hurt in a motor vehicle accident that was caused by the negligent actions of another driver, a car accident lawyer in Boone County will be able to help you get justice. Following your accident, a skilled legal team will be able to help prove your case and demand timely compensation to cover your damages. This can include compensation for medical costs, lost wages, and more.
Our team at Peterson & Associates, P.C. has over three decades of experience helping crash victims seek the maximum amount of compensation for their damages. Our team will help you get justice and make sure that the person who caused your injuries is held accountable. Schedule a free consultation at your earliest convenience by reaching out to our Missouri law firm at 816-888-8888 to get started.
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