Nemo, MO (November 14, 2022) – Authorities have confirmed that 37-year-old Crystal Spencer of Wheatland, Missouri, suffered moderate injuries following a traffic accident that occurred on Monday morning in Hickory County.
The crash was reported at 10 a.m. on November 13. According to Missouri State Highway Patrol, a 2017 Toyota Camry collided with a 2008 Chevrolet Cruze on Missouri State Route 64 at the intersection of County Road 232. The crash caused delays on the roadway just one mile west of Nemo, Missouri. Both vehicles were significantly damaged as a result of the crash.
The driver of the Chevrolet, identified as Spencer, suffered moderate injuries in the crash. She was transported by EMS to Citizens Memorial Healthcare in Bolivar, Missouri, where she underwent emergency care.
The Missouri State Highway Patrol is investigating the crash at this time.
We hope Crystal Spencer recovers quickly following this crash.
Car Accidents in Missouri
Being involved in a car accident can change your life in an instant. We see tens of thousands of people across Missouri left with serious injuries as a result of crashes that take place in our state. Common injuries following car crashes include:
- Head injuries: Head injuries are some of the most serious injuries that car crash victims can suffer from. They can range from concussions and brain damage to skull fractures.
- Neck and back injuries: Whiplash is a common injury suffered by car crash victims, but neck and back injuries can also include spinal cord damage, herniated discs, and more.
- Chest injuries: Chest injuries sustained in car crashes can include broken ribs, punctured lungs, and bruising of the heart.
- Abdominal injuries: abdominal organs can be damaged in car crashes, leading to internal bleeding, organ damage, and more.
- Extremity injuries: broken bones, lacerations, and other injuries can occur to the arms, legs, and other extremities in a car crash.
Any type of serious injury can require extensive medical care. Unfortunately, victims are often forced to spend tens of thousands of dollars on medical treatment, repairs for their vehicles, and deal with other financial burdens that they face. If you have suffered injuries due to a traffic collision, a car accident lawyer in Nemo can help you seek financial compensation to cover these and other damages that you face as a result of your collision.
Our personal injury lawyers at Peterson & Associates, P.C. have extensive experience fighting to protect Missourians who have suffered harm due to negligent motorists. Following your crash, our team will help you prove that the defendant was at fault for your crash. We will handle negotiations with the insurance company and demand timely and full compensation to cover your damages. Our lawyers will fight to ensure you are able to get justice after being hurt in a motor vehicle collision. Schedule a free consultation with our team today by calling 816-888-8888 to get started on your case.
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