Firey Illinois Crash Was Caused by Drunk Driver

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A crash early Wednesday morning on the Eisenhower Expressway was not merely an accident, according to local police. The driver of the vehicle was legally drunk and under the influence of alcohol when she crashed her car in Elk Grove Village in the early morning hours, backing up traffic and causing delays for several hours.

It now appears that the woman was driving a minivan northbound on I-290 near Biesterfield Road when she lost control. The van veered across all lanes of traffic before striking a poll and coming to a stop where the car caught fire. The fire spread rapidly and engulfed the entire vehicle within minutes in a hot and intense burn.

Another driver saw the crash and stopped to help because he believed it to be the appropriate thing to do. Ironically, this Good Samaritan had just seen the movie Fast & Furious 6, a theatrical release known for its car racing, crashes, and action stunts. As the Good Samaritan approached the car, he noticed the driver was still inside and that she was obviously injured. Her face was cut and bleeding and she seemed to be searching for something within her vehicle. After confirming that there were no other people inside the minivan, the Good Samaritan told the female driver that her vehicle was on fire and that she needed to get out, immediately, because he feared the fire spreading or the vehicle exploding.

The injured driver exited her vehicle and emergency reponders provided her with transportation to a local hospital where she was treated for her injuries. Authorities stayed at the scene to put out the fire and investigate the crash, including why it occurred, and in combination with other information, they came to the conclusion that the woman was under the influence of alcohol at the time of the crash. She was arrested and cited with driving a vehicle under the influence of alcohol, a crime in the state of Illinois.

Drunk driving is dangerous and often deadly to motorists, pedestrians, and bicyclists in Illinois and along the Illinois roadways. A drunk driver is more likely to ignore hazards in the road than a sober driver, weave in and out of lanes of traffic, and drive at erratic speeds, all of which can lead to an accident that causes injuries.

There are tough traffic and criminal penalties for drivers under the influence but what some people do not realize is that in many instances, there may also be a civil case against a drunk driver who causes injuries. In a civil case, a person may bring a financial claim for injuries and damages they sustained as the result of the drunk driver, including medical bills and lost wages.

Each case is different and each set of facts are unique so if you have been injured in an accident with a drunk driver, you should contact an attorney to see if you have a claim. The drunk driving injury lawyers at Abels & Annes, P.C. offer a free telephone consultation with no obligation to anyone injured in a drunk driving collision. We have a lawyer standing by 24 hours a day to take your call and answer your question at (312) 924-7575 or toll free at (855) 529-2442 so please call us now.

Prior Blog Entries:

Minimum Auto Liability Rates Set to Increase in Illinois, Chicago Car Accident Lawyers Blog, published May 29, 2013.

Wrong Way Driver on Chicago Skyway Causes Crash That Injures 4, Chicago Car Accident Lawyers Blog, published May 27, 2013.

Resources:

Woman escapes burning minivan on I-290; Good Samaritan stops to help, by Karen Jordan and Jessica D'Onofrio, ABC Chicago, published May 29, 2013.

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Secure Loose Objects!; Three Injured in Two-Vehicle Crash Caused by Fallen Ladder in KC

Loose debris falling off vehicles and onto the highway– we’ve talked about this before.  Another example of happened recently, when three people were injured in a two-vehicle crash that was caused when a ladder fell off a truck and onto Interstate 470 during rush hour.  The auto injury accident happened in the westbound lanes of 470 near Raytown Road.  Three people in two cars were injured.  None are expected to be serious.

Our experienced Kansas City Auto Injury Attorneys want to you to be safe in your travels and commute either through Kansas City or the states of Kansas and Missouri.  Make sure anything loose is properly secured in your vehicle to prevent any unfortunate incidents in the future.  If it’s been a while, have your car inspected just to be sure everything is working properly.

Loose debris can be very dangerous and can only take a few extra minutes to make sure it’s secure.  We remind you of a case recently in which a woman was killed by a flying piece of debris that came loose from a truck.  The debris went through her windshield and slit her throat, killing her.  While this accident wasn’t as serious, it very well could have been.  A ladder on the highway could have really caused some damage.

Please take a few extra minutes to make sure tool boxes, ladders, water coolers, etc. are secure in the back of your truck.  Let’s keep the roads safe for everyone.

If you or someone you love has suffered a serious injury in an auto accident in Kansas or Missouri, you may be entitled to compensation.  Call experienced Kansas City Personal Injury Attorney James Roswold.  With over 15 years of experience in Auto Injury Accidents, we may be able to help you and your family through this difficult time.

Contact Kansas City Accident Injury Attorneys to set up a free consultation to discuss your personal injury claim.  You can get started today by downloading our free book, “10 Essential Steps to Protecting Your Injury Claim“.  We want you to know your rights.

Posted by author on Monday, August 1, 2011 at 9:27 am 
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Deadly Chicago area auto accident caused by wrong way driver

Two people have died in an Illinois car crash caused by a man who drove his red Porsche the wrong way down an Illinois tollway. The man had allegedly been arrested for DUI twice in the past, the Chicago Tribune is reporting. Police are still trying to figure out why the man was driving recklessly and why there was U.S. currency flying out of the care before the accident.

According to the Chicago Sun-Times, the collision occurred near Lisle, Illinois on I-88, in between I-355 and Route 53, during the early evening on Saturday. The 43 year-old driver of the Porsche was heading east when he used an emergency vehicle turnaround to enter the westbound lanes, and continued to head east. Soon after, the Porsche collided with a 2004 Toyota Corolla carrying three people, killing two and placing one in critical condition.

Illinois State Police identified the two victims as a 37 year-old woman and her 74 year-old father. A 42 year-old passenger is in critical condition. The family was on their way to a mosque when the crash occurred, and other family members headed to the same destination were close enough to hear the collision and make an attempt to pull the victims from the wreckage.

The Chicago Tribune later reported that witnesses saw money flying out of the Porsche as it was driving down the road. One witness said that when she passed by the driver, she saw the man grab a handful of cash from his passenger seat and throw it out the window. She also saw multiple cars pull off to the shoulder of the road in what she assumed was an effort to pick up the ejected money.

The man’s previous DUI arrests were drug, not alcohol related, the Tribune article stated, although he was convicted in 2010 for transporting open alcohol containers after police found three empty beer cans in his car. The man had been a practicing dentist in Naperville, Illinois, but had quit around a year ago because he said he was losing money. On July 28 of this year, his mortgage company filed foreclosure documents on his Naperville, Illinois home.

No matter how many precautions you may take while driving, there are always factors beyond your control that can cause serious injury or death, such as the wrong way motorist in this accident.

It has not been reported if a Chicago injury lawyer is involved in this case yet or if a civil lawsuit has been filed.

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Secure Loose Objects!; Three Injured in Two-Vehicle Crash Caused by Fallen Ladder in KC

Loose debris falling off vehicles and onto the highway– we’ve talked about this before.  Another example of happened recently, when three people were injured in a two-vehicle crash that was caused when a ladder fell off a truck and onto Interstate 470 during rush hour.  The auto injury accident happened in the westbound lanes of 470 near Raytown Road.  Three people in two cars were injured.  None are expected to be serious.

Our experienced Kansas City Auto Injury Attorneys want to you to be safe in your travels and commute either through Kansas City or the states of Kansas and Missouri.  Make sure anything loose is properly secured in your vehicle to prevent any unfortunate incidents in the future.  If it’s been a while, have your car inspected just to be sure everything is working properly.

Loose debris can be very dangerous and can only take a few extra minutes to make sure it’s secure.  We remind you of a case recently in which a woman was killed by a flying piece of debris that came loose from a truck.  The debris went through her windshield and slit her throat, killing her.  While this accident wasn’t as serious, it very well could have been.  A ladder on the highway could have really caused some damage.

Please take a few extra minutes to make sure tool boxes, ladders, water coolers, etc. are secure in the back of your truck.  Let’s keep the roads safe for everyone.

If you or someone you love has suffered a serious injury in an auto accident in Kansas or Missouri, you may be entitled to compensation.  Call experienced Kansas City Personal Injury Attorney James Roswold.  With over 15 years of experience in Auto Injury Accidents, we may be able to help you and your family through this difficult time.

Contact Kansas City Accident Injury Attorneys to set up a free consultation to discuss your personal injury claim.  You can get started today by downloading our free book, “10 Essential Steps to Protecting Your Injury Claim“.  We want you to know your rights.

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Fatal Pedestrian Injury Caused by Drunk Bus Driver; Are You Safe on a Kansas City Bus?

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No one will ever say driving a bus is easy, but drinking and driving any vehicle is dangerous.  Already you have more blind spots in a bus and if the driver has been drinking, it just makes it worse–

A pedestrian was killed after being struck by a bus in midtown Manhattan and apprently the driver of the bus, 57-year old Steve Drappel, 57, of West Palm Beach, Florida, was drinking vodka at the time of the accident.  Reports from the scene of the fatal pedestrian injury accident say the acciedent was caused when the bus took a turn onto Ninth Ave. at W. 47th St., and struck the 29 year-old pedestrian.

The pedestrian was caught in the rear wheels and dragged for nearly thirty feet before other drivers managed to flag down the bus.  He was transported to a nearby hospital, where he later died of massive injuries.  The bus driver failed a breathalyzer test after the accient, blowing a BAC of .08 – twice the legal limit for commercial drivers. He has been charged with vehicular manslaughter and DWI.

Our experienced Kansas City Pedestrian Injury Lawyers want to remind all motorists about the importance of watching out for pedestrians and bicyclists in Kansas and Missouri.  We encourage all drivers to slow down and pay attention, especially when driving through neighborhoods or on streets with pedestrian crossing and bus stops.  If you are approaching a pedestrian crossing, slow down and be prepared to stop to allow the pedestrian or bicyclist the right of way.  When you come across a bus stopped on the side of the road, whether it be a public transportation bus or a school bus, always be on the look out.  A pedestrian has no protection in the event of a collision with an automobile and these accidents often lead to serious injuries, including head injuries and in some cases, death.   Be safe and pay attention– and above all, look out for pedestrians.

If you or a loved one has suffered a serious injury in an auto accident as a pedestrian in Kansas or Missouri, you  may be entitled to compensation for your losses.  Call experienced Kansas City Personal Injury Attorney James Roswold.  With over 15 years of experience in Auto Injury Accidents, including Pedestrian Injury cases, we may be able to assist you and your family through this difficult time.

Contact Kansas City Accident Injury Attorneys to set up a free consultation to discuss your personal injury claim.  You can get started today by downloading our free book, “10 Essential Steps to Protecting Your Injury Claim“.  We want you to know your rights.

Posted by author on Friday, June 10, 2011 at 10:49 am 
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Overcorrection May Have Caused Rollover Crash in Independence, MO.

Authorities are investigating a rollover crash that happened on eastbound Truman Road near Missouri 7 Highway Monday morning.  A woman flipped her car when her vehicle left the roadway and was on the shoulder of the road.  The driver over-corrected, causing the car to rollover.  She was take by air ambulance to an area hospital for treatment of serious injuries.

As you read through our past blogs there are several recurring themes that seem to be at the root of most accidents.  As Kansas City Auto Injury Attorneys, we feel if we can educate our Kansas and Missouri drivers on these recurring items, we have a really good chance at reducing accidents in Kansas City.  So, with that said, here are the top 10 mistakes drivers make per MSN Auto.

Swerving. Yes, believe it or not, the most deadly mistake a driver can make it to leave his lane of traffic.  Hitting other vehicles or leaving the roadway is deadly business.  In fact, in 2007 the Highway Traffic Safety Administration (HTSA) reported that 15,574 people in the United States died because of this simple mistake.Driving While Drowsy. This is now being compared to drinking and driving, and appears to be just as dangerous.  Most of these types of accidents occur between 3:00 a.m. and 6:00 a.m.Drinking and Driving. Every 40 minutes someone dies in a drunk driving accident.   What more needs to be said.Overcorrecting. Drivers tend to panic when their vehicle is sliding or goes off the road.  Stay calm, slowly move your vehicle back into the correct position.  Over-correcting causes about 4% of roadway fatalities.Speeding. Posted limits are posted for the safety of all drivers.  Interestingly, one-third of all motorcycle fatalities are caused by speeding.Failure to Yield the Right of Way. According to accident statistics, this is particularly difficult for older drivers.  They often either don’t see the oncoming vehicle they are supposed to yield to, or are unable to judge the distance and speed of the oncoming vehicle.Erratic or Reckless Driving. Weaving, tailgating, driving on the wrong side of the road, severely exceeding the speed limit – all of these driving mistakes can cause you tickets, jail time and accidents.Running Red Lights. Here’s an interesting statistic – 75% of automobile crashes occur in cities, and the majority of these accidents are caused by running red lights.  Think T-Bone crashes.  These are frequently the result of running a red light and are also frequently deadly.Not Wearing a Seat Belt. Understand the statistics.  Thirty-three percent of people killed in car crashes were not buckled up.Distracted Driving. Again, this is a category that is being compared to driving while intoxicated or on drugs.  Eating, talking on a cell phone, texting are all recipes for disaster when behind the wheel.

As Kansas and Missouri Auto Injury Lawyers, we see the devastation a car crash can cause.  Let’s keep Kansas City a safe place!

If you or a loved one has suffered a serious injury in a car accident in Kansas or Missouri, you and your family may be entitled to compensation.  Call experienced Kansas City Personal Injury Attorneys James Roswold and Heather Lottman.  With over 15 years of experience in Auto Injury Accidents, we may be able to help you during this difficult time.

Contact Kansas City Accident Injury Attorneys to set up a free consultation to discuss your claim.  You can get started today by downloading our free book, “10 Essential Steps to Protecting Your Injury Claim“.  We want you to know your rights.

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Mayor Calls For Stricter Rules after City Employee allegedly caused Chicago Pedestrian Accident

Streets and Sanitation Commissioner Tom Byrne was given strict orders from Mayor Rahm Emanuel earlier this week to tighten up city enforcement of road laws, according to the Chicago Sun-Times. This order comes after a pedestrian accident in Chicago, allegedly caused by a city employee driving drunk.

We previously reported on our Chicago Personal Injury Lawyer Blog that eight people suffered injuries after a city worker allegedly lost control of his truck in the Gold Coast community. The city worker is being accused of driving under the influence at the time of the accident.

Our Chicago car accident attorneys understand that intoxicated motorists are frequently responsible for the serious and fatal accidents that occur on our roads. It's particularly egregious that a city employee is involved.

“One of the things I said to Commissioner Byrne was I want to know what steps need to be taken so, in the future, this does not occur again — both at the level of management and at the level of employees,” Emanuel said.

The 61-year-old city worker reportedly had a blood alcohol concentration of more than twice the legal limit. Termination proceedings have already been started by the city against that employee. The mayor wants more done though. He says firing the worker isn't enough to suffice for these types of tragedies that affect the lives of the injured and cost the city millions.

Prosecutors report that the city worker plowed through the group of pedestrians in a city vehicle, a Ford F-150, with a bottle of brandy in his cab. The driver is being held of a $400,000 bond and is facing charges including four counts of felony aggravated DUI and two counts of misdemeanor DUI. He was also cited for negligent driving, failing to reduce speed and transporting open alcohol in a vehicle.

“You take these moments, you deal with them and there are lessons learned for future. And I’ve directed Commissioner Byrne to come back with recommendations,” said Emanuel.

Currently, city employees that hold a valid driver’s license are subject to random drug and alcohol tests. The employee that took out several pedestrians earlier this week was not a part of these random screenings. He was a worker assigned to empty garbage cans and to collect stray debris throughout the city.

“Streets and Sanitation is conducting its own internal review into all aspects of this incident, including supervision, to determine if any policies and procedures should be changed to prevent such incidents in the future,” Smith said.

Employees that have jobs similar to this city employee are only subjected to drug and alcohol tests after being involved in an accident. This worker was tested earlier this year, in March, after an on-the-job accident that resulted in property damage. His previous test came back with negative results.

“Random drug [and alcohol] testing for laborers would have to be negotiated with the union. The city cannot implement the tests unilaterally,” Smith said in an e-mail response to the Chicago Sun-Times.

All motorists are asked to both keep a watchful eye out for pedestrians and to refrain from drinking and driving. This city worker reportedly had neither in mind and in turn injured a number of innocent residents. The city reports to have upped its efforts to keep an eye on their employees to reduce the risks of such accidents in the future.

If you or a loved one has been involved in a bicycle or pedestrian accident in Chicago, contact the personal injury lawyers and wrongful death attorneys at Abels & Annes P.C. for a free and confidential consultation to discuss your rights. Call (312) 924-7575.

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2 injured in Illinois car accident caused by vehicle crossing the center line

An Illinois motor vehicle collision that occurred in the central eastern part of the state has resulted in injuries and the hospitalization of two motorists, according to commercial-news.com. The collision took place last Wednesday in the area of Illinois Route 1 and Country Rd. 550, just North of a little town called Olivet.

The incident occurred around 8:38 PM as the two drivers were headed in opposite directions on Illinois Route 1. The driver of a Ford station wagon traveling northbound crossed the centerline and struck a southbound Dodge.

Both drivers had to be extricated from their respective vehicles, and both were wearing seatbelts.

The crash investigation was handled by the Illinois state police. The driver of the station wagon was cited for improper lane usage, and surprisingly the driver of the Dodge vehicle (that was not at fault in the accident) was ticketed for driving under the influence. As you would guess, it is usually the DUI driver that crosses the centerline and causes the accident.

Both motorists were taken by Georgetown ambulance to the Carle Foundation Hospital in Urbana, and both remained hospitalized as of last Thursday.

It not been reported if an Illinois injury attorney is involved in the case or if a civil lawsuit has been filed.

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Recent Chicago area car crashes caused by distracted driving

Home Posted On: April 19, 2011 by Dave Abels

Single vehicle Illinois auto accidents that took place this month in the southwest suburbs of Chicago illustrate the need to avoid distracted driving. The Beacon News is reporting that one of the accidents occurred in Aurora and the other in Kendall County. Both accidents occurred due to drivers reaching for devices in their cars instead of watching the road.

One crash occurred back on April 6, 2011 in the afternoon near the intersection of Shorline and Baybrook in Aurora. The driver was looking down trying to locate his ipod and struck a tree. The car then rolled over. There were two passengers in the car, but police have not disclosed if anyone was injured. The driver was charged with failing to reduce speed to avoid an accident.

The second happened several hours later just after 12:00 a.m. on April 7. It was again a single car accident. It occurred in 400 block of North Johnson Street in Newark, Illinois. Two people were hurt in the crash when a 30-year-old driver lost control of her car after reaching for a CD player and driving off the road.

The car struck a phone pole. The driver and passenger were taken by ambulance to Valley West Community Hospital. The severity of injuries have not been reported. The driver was charged with failure to reduce speed to avoid the collision.

These accidents occurred as a Chicago car accident lawyer at our firm is in the middle of negotiating an injury claim on behalf of a pedestrian that was injured by a distracted driver. The motorist was driving in Chicago when his cell phone rang. He lost control of his vehicle while trying to grab the phone, drove up onto a sidewalk and struck our client.

Illinois drivers need to remember that when they drive while distracted, they are putting their lives and the lives of others at risk.

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What Caused the Single Vehicle Accident that Sent a Kansas City Motorist to the Hospital with Critical Injuries?

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Wednesday, April 13th, 2011

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At Roswold Law Group, we are already concerned about the alarming number of auto accidents this year.  We’ve seen enough car accidents to know that they usually end up with the same results: serious injury for sure, if not death.  The frustrating problem we have with these accidents is they can very easily be prevented just by simply giving the road your full and undivided attention.

A single vehicle auto accident on I-70 in Kansas City, Missouri is an example of how early morning driving can be dangerous if you’re not careful.  A driver suffered critical injuries in an auto injury accident near 27th street in Kansas City, Missouri on Sunday.  Police say the driver drove off the road and crashed.  So far, there is no cause of accident, nor any indication if alcohol or drowsy driving was a factor in the Kansas City auto injury accident.

We would like to express our deepest sympathies to the victim in this tragic accident and hope they are able to recover from their injuries.  As experienced Kansas City Auto Injury Attorneys we would like to encourage all motorists to continue to practice safe and attentive driving techniques in order to prevent serious injury accidents in Kansas City.  If you were to ask any police officer they will tell you the same thing: Distracted driving is the number one cause of car crashes.

Distracted driving includes anything that takes your focus off the road.  It includes, but is not limited to cell phone usage, messing with your CD collection and even too much conversation with passengers.

If you or someone you love has suffered a serious injury in an accident in Kansas or Missouri, you may be entitled to compensation for your losses.  Call the experienced Kansas City Personal Injury Lawyers of Roswold Law Group.  With over 15 years of experience in Auto Injury Accidents, we may be able to help you and your family get through this difficult time.

Contact Roswold Law Group to set up a free consultation to discuss your personal injury claim.  You can get started today by downloading our free book, “10 Essential Steps to Protecting Your Injury Claim“.  We want you to know your rights.

Posted by author on Tuesday, April 12, 2011 at 1:05 pm 
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Chicago Heights concerned about increase in car accidents caused by distracted driving

Home Posted On: April 5, 2011 by Dave Abels

An increasing number of Chicago Heights car accidents are being caused by distracted drivers, according to The Patch.

Our Chicago injury lawyers continue to report on the dangers of distracted driving, particularly text messaging and hand-held cell phone use behind the wheel.


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Fatal Catawba, North Carolina County Car Accident Caused by Allegedly Drunk Driver

Next » Posted On: February 9, 2011 by Michael A. DeMayo

Sandra Campbell, 50, died on Tuesday in a Catawba County car accident involving her vehicle and a pickup truck accident on Slanting Bridge Road. The impact of the crash was so severe that pieces of the vehicle littered the road. The driver of the pickup truck, Brian Hieb, is charged with DWI. This is the 43-year-old’s second DWI charge in six months.

It goes without saying that driving while under the influence of alcohol or drugs is reckless and dangerous and dramatically increases the chances of lives being lost. Our Catawba County car crash law firm has worked with many families who have lost loved ones because a motorist was drunk or drugged. The outcome is never pretty for anyone involved

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Lansing, Kansas Man Injured in Crash Caused by Attempt to Avoid a Deer

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Deer sightings are not uncommon in the Kansas City metropolitan area.  One of the beauties of living in Kansas or Missouri is the abundance of wildlife in our vicinity.  However these animals can be dangerous because they don’t know well enough to stay out of the way of cars and trucks and motorcycles and far too often these accidents can have devastating consequences.  So, as beautiful as they are, Deer-Auto Collisions can be very, very dangerous.

In Lansing, Kansas last week, a 22 year-old driver was seriously injured in auto accident on Kansas Highway 5 when the driver attempted to avoid hitting a deer that wandered onto the road.  The accident happened around 1:30 a.m.  According to reports, the Lansing man swerved, went off the road, rolled over and hit a tree.  He was transported to a local hospital for treatment for back and neck injuries.

Here are a few safe driving tips to help avoid a serious injury accident if and when you come across a deer on the road:

Heed the warning signs – deer crossing signs are posted to warn drivers of heavily populated deer areas.  Take notice of these signs!Drive at a safe speed.Drive defensively.Keep an eye out – scan the roadway and surrounding areas for signs of deer.Be especially wary at sunset and sunrise.Drive carefully at night – use your high beams whenever possible to better illuminate the roads.Slow down if you see other cars behaving differently – they may have spotted a deer that you have yet to see.Expect the unexpected.

At Roswold Law Group, our experienced Kansas City Auto Accident Attorneys know that trying to avoid these animals often leads to crashes with other vehicles, vehicle rollovers and other accidents that are frequently worse than hitting the deer.  As scary as it sounds, its usually better to just hit the deer rather than try and avoid the collision. Let’s try to keep our Kansas and Missouri roadways safe!

If you or a loved one has suffered a serious injury in an auto accident in Kansas or Missouri, you may be entitled to compensation for your losses. Call the experienced Kansas City Personal Injury Lawyers of Roswold Law Group. With over 15 years of experience in Auto Injury Accidents, we may be able to help you and your family through this difficult time.

Contact Roswold Law Group to set up a free consultation to discuss your personal injury claim.  You can get started today by downloading our FREE book, “10 Essential Steps to Protecting Your Injury Claim“.  We want you to know your rights.

Posted by author on Monday, March 28, 2011 at 8:24 am 
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