October 16, 2008:  Two cars were involved in a high speed head-on collision this afternoon, resulting in serious personal injuries and the death of two motorists.  23 year-old Sean Knox allowed his vehicle to cross the center-line of Missouri 131 and crash directly into the front of a vehicle being operated by Dale Manuel.  Mr. Manuel and another passenger in his vehicle, James Booe.  The car being driven by Dale Manuel also had other passengers, including an infant, who sustained minor to severe personal injuries. 

Crossing the center line of traffic is a common cause of head-on collision in the State of Missouri according to the Missouri Department of Transportation.  The reasons for vehicles crossing the center-line include such common causes as sending text messages on a cell phone, lighting a cigarette, or adjusting the station on the radio.  A primary cause is the use of a cell phone.  We all are guilty of using our cell phone while driving.  However, the use of a hands-free kit can allow for the safe use of a cellphone while driving, as the driver is able to keep his or her eyes on the road and not on the keypad. 

Are you a Missouri motorist that has been injured due to another driver crossing the center line of traffic?  Call St. Louis Accident and Injury Attorney Stephen Schultz to discuss your legal rights and remedies against the negligent driver.  Our injury attorneys are also available to discuss the rights of those who lost loved ones and who are entitled to recovery pursuant to Missouri wrongful death statutes.