Recent reports show pedestrian fatalities are on the rise. Often times, when we think about distractions in relation to car accidents, we think about drivers who may be talking or texting on their cell phone, adjusting the radio, or eating. These are … [Read more...] about Car Accidents Involving Distracted Pedestrians
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Missouri Teen Dies in Recent Car Accident
Tragically, a 15-year-old girl died in a car accident on Saturday, September 8. According to the Missouri Highway Patrol, the two-vehicle accident happened in Pike County around 12:30 p.m. Saturday afternoon on Highway 61 at Missouri Route RA. The … [Read more...] about Missouri Teen Dies in Recent Car Accident
Three Lee’s Summit Teens Hospitalized After Car Accident
A single vehicle accident on September 12 left three teens recovering in the hospital. The accident happened in the S.W. Hook Road and S.W. Market Street area around 2:20 p.m. When officers arrived at the scene they found that the teens’ 2005 Dodge … [Read more...] about Three Lee’s Summit Teens Hospitalized After Car Accident
Missouri Teacher Dies After Traffic Accident
On Monday, September 2 in southwest Missouri, 10 miles north of Joplin, a Wichita teacher died after a traffic collision. Beth W. Adamson, 50, was a passenger in a vehicle being driven by her husband. When he failed to stop at a stop sign on Missouri … [Read more...] about Missouri Teacher Dies After Traffic Accident
Man Dies After Hydroplaning Car Strikes Him
On Thursday, September 12, a man who was cutting the lawn outside a church was killed by a vehicle that lost control due to slick roads and crashed into him. The car was driving on Highway 94 when it lost control, hydroplaning, flipping over … [Read more...] about Man Dies After Hydroplaning Car Strikes Him
Biggest Threat to Motorcyclists is Inattentive Drivers
When you are riding a motorcycle you may feel carefree, but the reality is that in order to stay safe, there are many things you must be aware of. Defensive driving is a must, and motorcyclists must follow the rules of the road just like any other … [Read more...] about Biggest Threat to Motorcyclists is Inattentive Drivers