St Louis, MO (November 8, 2022) – A man and woman were both hospitalized with serious injuries following a traffic accident that occurred on Monday morning in St. Louis. At around 9:40 a.m., on November 7, the Missouri State Highway Patrol responded to a crash on Interstate 55.
According to reports, a 2011 Toyota RAV4 was attempting to pull over onto the right shoulder of the southbound side of Interstate 55 when he became involved in a traffic collision with the 2011 Toyota sienna just south of Interstate 270. The force of the collision caused the RAV4 to travel across all lanes of the interstate and strike a median barrier. The RAV4 was totaled in the crash.
Two people inside of the Toyota RAV4, 66-year-old Michael Jaycox and 87-year-old Dolores Jaycox of St. Louis, Missouri, both suffered serious injuries in the crash. The two victims were transported to Mercy Hospital South, where they underwent emergency care.
The incident remains under investigation at this time.
Our thoughts are with Michael Jaycox and Dolores Jaycox at this time.
Car Accidents in Missouri
Crashes that result in serious injuries occur every day in the state of Missouri. Unfortunately, we see tens of thousands of people harmed annually as a result of collisions in our state. There are many cases where people are seriously hurt in crashes that are a result of other drivers engaging in negligent actions while operating their vehicles.
Distracted driving is a major problem on our roads here in the state of Missouri. With so many drivers using cell phones and other electronic devices while behind the wheel, it’s no wonder that distracted driving is one of the leading causes of traffic collisions not just here in Missouri but across the entire United States.
Failure to yield is another common factor in traffic collisions across the state. When making a turn or merging onto a highway, it’s important to yield to oncoming traffic and make sure that everyone has a chance to pass by before proceeding safely. Failing to do so can result in a serious traffic wreck.
Running red lights is also a major contributing factor to traffic crashes in Missouri. Running a red light can lead to a T-bone collision or even worse, often resulting in serious injuries for those involved.
If you have been hurt as a result of a car accident, you may be able to pursue legal action. A St. Louis car accident lawyer can help you with your claim and fight for fair compensation.
Following a traffic collision, our personal injury lawyers at Peterson & Associates, P.C. can help you get the money you need to cover the losses and damages you face. Our team will fight to make sure you are better positioned to move forward after your crash. We will help you protect your legal rights and get justice. Contact our personal injury lawyers today by calling 816-888-8888 to get started.
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