Washington, MO (November 15, 2022) – Two teens suffered injuries due to a traffic accident that occurred in Washington County on Monday morning, November 14. The Missouri State Highway Patrol was notified that a crash occurred on Missouri State Route 21 at around 11:25 a.m.
According to preliminary investigations, a crash between a 2008 Chevrolet Equinox and a 1999 Chevrolet Lumina took place on Missouri State Route 21 in the area of Flamewood Road.
Further reports surrounding the accident show that the Chevrolet Equinox was attempting to make a right turn onto Flamewood Road from Missouri State Route 21. The driver of the Lumina abruptly applied the brakes, causing the vehicle to skin and strike the rear of the Chevrolet equinox. The impact of the crash caused the equinox to rotate clockwise and over turn multiple times. The driver of the vehicle, a 17-year-old male, was ejected.
The teenage driver and his passenger, a 17-year-old female, were both transported by ambulance to Washington County Memorial Hospital, where they underwent treatment for their injuries.
The crash remains under investigation at this time.
We hope both victims injured due to this traffic accident recover quickly.
Car Accidents in Missouri
A traffic accident can change your life in an instant. Many people who are involved in crashes here in Missouri are left with painful physical and emotional injuries. Unfortunately, many accidents are a result of negligence.
There are several factors that lead to crashes here in the state of Missouri. Some of the most common include:
- Speeding: Traveling at too high of a speed can lead to a devastating collision. Regrettably, we see many accidents take place involving speeding vehicles. People who are speeding may not be able to stop their vehicles in time to avoid a collision.
- Mechanical failures: When vehicles fail to function accordingly, it can lead to devastating accidents. Some of mechanical failures that lead to collisions here in Missouri include brake failures, accelerator jams, or tire blowouts.
- Impaired drivers: Driving under the influence of drugs or alcohol is never safe and can make it nearly impossible for drivers to make responsible decisions while behind the wheel. Unfortunately, impairment is a leading factor in many accidents here in Missouri.
- Distractions: When drivers are not paying attention to the road ahead, they may not see vehicles in their area. As a result, this can lead to a serious collision.
If another driver’s careless actions have caused you harm, you may be able to file a personal injury case against them. A car accident lawyer in Washington can help you seek compensation to help cover the damages that you face.
Our personal injury lawyers at Peterson & Associates, P.C. are fully committed to helping innocent people protect their legal rights after being harmed in traffic collisions. Our team can help you build a strong case and fight to get justice. If another person’s actions have caused you harm, contact our personal injury team today at 816-888-8888 to schedule a free consultation to explore the legal options available for you.
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