Authorities reported a horrific automobile crash in Naylor Missouri past weekend.  A 1999 Ford being driven by 22 year-old David Putman of Naylor Missouri crossed the centerline of traffic eastbound Missouri 142 and came directly into the path the 2005 Ford of Nicholas Lepold.  26 year-old Nicholas Lepold of Naylor Missouri sustained serious personal injuries in this crash and was flown by AirEvac to Poplar Bluff Regional Medical Center for emergency medical treatment.  His injuries reportedly were catastrophic and required a Level 1 trauma center for treatment.  David Putman and his two other passengers, 25 year-old Joshua Harmon and 12 year-old Casey Campbell were all killed in the crash.

Crossing the centerline of traffic is a common result of inattention or driver distraction within the vehicle.  Such distractions may include using a cellular phone, adjusting the radio, lighting a cigarette, or even conversing with passengers.  Crossing the centerline of traffic commonly causes head-on collisons that result in serious injury and death, as was the case in this incident in Naylor.  Drivers should be aware that no distraction is worth the risk associated with failing to remain attentive.

If you have sustained serious personal injuries or lost a loved one due to the inattentive behavior of another motorist, contact Missouri automobile accident lawyer Stephen Schultz and get the experience of Schultz Legal Group on your side.  Our Missouri injury lawyers are skilled in negotiations with insurance companies and will get the fair compensation that you are entitled pursuant to Missouri law.