Missouri police are often called to intersections to investigate car accidents. At approximately 4:30 p.m., on a recent Saturday, officers arrived at a tragic scene. Moments earlier, an SUV struck a vehicle that was entering the roadway. The driver of the SUV did...
Navigating Missouri roadways can be a challenging endeavor, especially in heavy traffic. If you happen to be sharing the road with a distracted, fatigued or intoxicated driver, an uneventful commute to work or trip to run errands can suddenly become a disastrous...
Despite the known dangers of operating a vehicle while under the influence of alcohol, drunk driving continues to be one of the leading causes of car accidents. Alcohol can hinder a person’s ability to think clearly, react appropriately to hazards and avoid accidents....
On a recent Sunday evening, a tragedy occurred on U.S. Highway 64, in Missouri. Two vehicles were involved in a crash. The incident resulted in multiple deaths and serious injuries to another. Investigators are still working to determine what exactly caused one of the...
A Missouri motor vehicle collision can have far-reaching effects on the lives of those involved. Sometimes, injuries that appear minor at first develop into chronic problems. One of the most common causes of chronic pain after car accidents is whiplash. Chronic pain...
There have been more than 40 fatal collisions in Missouri this year, and there are still nearly three months to go before the year's end. Certain issues increase the likelihood of such disasters, including distracted or intoxicated driving. Investigators are still...
When two or more vehicles collide on a Missouri roadway, the aftermath of the incident may be anything from somewhat stressful to catastrophic. A swift response from first responders and other rescuers often makes a significant difference in a surviving accident...
It is not uncommon for Missouri police to be dispatched to stretches of road near intersections following a motor vehicle accident. Intersections throughout the state may be either secured (with traffic lights or stop signs) or unsecured. If a motorist is not paying...
No matter how cautious and alert a person is while driving, he or she cannot control the behavior of other Missouri motorists in the vicinity. Sometimes, it is possible to avoid a crash by safely exiting a roadway or creating distance between one’s vehicle and another...
Last week, a Missouri highway was the scene of a horrific collision. The crash occurred in the northbound and southbound lanes of Interstate 57. There were at least 70 vehicles involved, 20 of which were tractor-trailers. The tragedy occurred at about 8 a.m....
