The Missouri Department of Transportation reported that there have been 300 deaths on Missouri highways through May 2009 for this year alone.  Compared with 365 from Jan 1 - May 31 in 2008, authorities report a decline in fatalities on Missouri roadways.  You wouldn't think there has been a decline in Missouri car accidents and tractor-trailer crashes this year.  Over this past weekend, there were several fatal accidents, including two in Joplin, one in Springfield, and one in Lebanon. 

Missouri appears to be on a 15 percent annual decline in fatal car accidents.  This is great news, as more and more motorists travel on our state's roads and highways with each new year.  Remember that if you are injured in a Missouri car accident or truck crash, to follow several important steps to preserve the viability of your injury claim. Visit the Schultz Legal Group injury victim helpsite if you have been injured in an automobile accident.  If you have been injured in a Missouri tractor-trailer crash, visit the firm's tractor-trailer crash information center.