Branson, MO (November 20, 2022) – A vehicle crash took place in Taney County that left one man injured. At around 10:15 a.m., on November 20, troopers with the Missouri State Highway Patrol responded to the scene of a crash on Shepherd of the Hills Expressway.
According to law enforcement, a 2019 GMC Acadia attempted to make a U-turn on Shepherd of the Hills Expressway. As a result, the vehicle collided with a 2012 Ford Escape. Both vehicles were severely damaged. The two vehicles had to be towed from the scene.
A 60-year-old man involved in the crash, identified as Steve Mersinger of St. Jacob, Illinois, suffered injuries in the crash. He was transported by ambulance to Cox Branson Hospital, where he underwent emergency care.
The crash remains under investigation.
We hope Steve Mersinger recovers quickly following this crash.
Car Accidents in Missouri
A motor vehicle crash can change your life forever. Unfortunately, tens of thousands of people here in Missouri are left with debilitating injuries as a result of crashes every year. There are many cases where these accidents are entirely preventable. We constantly see innocent people lose their lives or suffer debilitating injuries as a result of driver negligence.
Inattentive driving is the number one cause of car accidents, and making a U-turn is one of the most dangerous maneuvers a driver can make. There are several ways that U-turns can lead to devastating car accidents. These include:
- Failing to yield to oncoming traffic: If a driver making a U-turn does not yield to oncoming traffic, he or she is likely to cause an accident.
- Making an improper turn: When making a U-turn, drivers must follow the proper procedure for making a turn. If they do not, they may cause an accident.
- Cutting off other drivers: Another hazard of making a U-turn is that the driver may cut off other vehicles in the process. This can easily lead to an accident.
- Driving too fast: Making a U-turn at high speed is extremely dangerous and increases the likelihood of an accident occurring.
- Being distracted: As with any other maneuver, drivers must be attentive when making a U-turn. If they are distracted, they are more likely to cause an accident.
If you have been hurt as a result of an auto accident that was caused by the actions of another driver, a Branson car accident lawyer can help you seek financial compensation to cover some of the damages that you face.
Our lawyers have Peterson & Associates, P.C. are deeply committed to helping crash victims across the state get justice after being harmed. Our team will help you fight to ensure you are able to get justice. We will help you get the money you need to cover your medical costs and various other damages you face. Schedule a consultation by reaching out to our personal injury lawyers today at 816-888-8888.
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