Eldridge, MO (November 23, 2022) – A 73-year-old woman and a 79-year-old man were both left seriously injured as a result of a traffic accident and Laclede County on Monday evening. At around 6 p.m., November 21, the Missouri State Highway Patrol was dispatched to the site of a crash on Highway 5.
According to troopers from M SHP, the driver of a 2000 Chevrolet Silverado failed to negotiate a turn while traveling on Highway E. As a result, the vehicle traveled off the left side of the roadway and struck the ground and a fence before continuing down the hill. The vehicle reentered Highway 5 and collided with a 2001 Ford Ranger.
Two people involved in the crash, identified as Barbara Inman and Michael Inman, both suffered injuries. The two victims were flown by Mercy Lifeline to Mercy Hospital in Springfield, Missouri, for emergency treatment of serious injuries.
The cause of the accident is currently under investigation.
We hope Barbara Inman and Michael Inman recover quickly.
Car Accidents in Missouri
A car accident can change your life forever. In an instant, you could be left with severe injuries that require life-long care. Regrettably, there are many cases where people suffer debilitating injuries as a result of crashes caused by others. Even though no two car accidents are alike, there are several similarities between accidents that we see here in the state of Missouri. These include:
- Speeding: according to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, speeding is a factor in nearly one-third of all fatal crashes.
- Talking or texting on the phone: distracted driving is a major problem on our roads, and using a cell phone behind the wheel is one of the most common forms of distraction.
- Failing to yield: we see many people harmed as a result of drivers who failed to yield while passing through an intersection or merging onto a highway. Drivers who fail to yield can cause serious accidents.
If you have been hurt due to a traffic accident that was the result of another driver’s careless or negligent actions, an Eldridge car accident lawyer can help you seek financial compensation for the damages that you face.
Our personal injury lawyers at Peterson & Associates, P.C., have decades of experience helping our clients get justice after being seriously hurt in devastating accidents. Our team can help you build a strong case against the defendant and demand timely compensation for the damages that you face. We will identify the cause of the crash and take legal action against the responsible party. Our team will site to ensure you are able to get justice. Our personal injury lawyers are available to meet with you for a free consultation to get started on your lawsuit right away. Contact our team today at 816-888-8888.
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