Kansas City, MO (December 24, 2019) – One person was killed during a vehicle collision on Sunday, December 22nd in the westbound lanes of U.S. Route 50.
State Troopers indicated that a 2016 Ford pick-up truck with a trailer attached was heading eastbound along U.S. 50 when the trailer came unhooked and careened over the median, colliding with a 2015 Jeep.
The force of the impact caused the Jeep to veer off the righthand side of the road.
The driver of the Jeep, Walter Shannon, 63, a resident of Warrensburg, was pronounced dead at the scene. His passenger, Laura Shannon, 48, also of Warrensburg, was transported to a local trauma center with critical injuries.
The accident caused the US 50 to be closed for several hours.
We would like to offer our deepest condolences to the family of the deceased victim, Mr. Walter Shannon, at this time. Our thoughts are with the injured victim and her family in hopes of a full recovery.
Fatal Accidents in Kansas City
In 2016, there were a total of 37,641 lethal automobile-related car crashes in the United States.
This figure represents an uptick of 1,967 deaths from the previous year. From 2014 to 2016, there were 178 accident-related deaths and a further 912 victims who were grievously injured due to vehicle collisions just in Kansas City.
Retaining the assistance of a personal injury attorney following a car accident is the most reliable way to ensure the protection of your legal rights moving forward. No matter who was found to be liable for your accident, a Kansas City personal injury attorney will be able to help you sort through injury liability information, insurance claims, and develop a solid defense against any potential legal actions.
Car crashes often incorporate a lot of unexpected legal hurdles such as uninsured motorists, the sudden appearance of a pedestrian, premises liability, and employer liability.
A Missouri personal injury attorney will understand the legal system, Missouri traffic laws, and how to deal with big insurance companies that would otherwise try to bully you into a smaller settlement.
If you have been injured in a car accident for which you were not at fault and are looking to file a personal injury claim in Missouri, reach out to the personal injury attorneys at Monsees & Mayer, PC.
If you are unsure if you even have a legitimate claim, discussing your case with a qualified attorney will answer your questions and let you know what legal options are available to you. Give us a call at (816) 361-5555 to schedule your free consultation regarding your potential Missouri car accident claim today.
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