Head-on Car Accident in Morgan County Calls for Further Investigation
Our Missouri car accident lawyers have been notified of a fatal accident in Morgan County, Missouri
involving 3 vehicles on US Highway 50. The head-on car crash occurred late Wednesday
morning when Kenneth Kerr (Jefferson City, MO) crossed the center line of the
highway and struck Ernest Shirk (Latham, MO) head on. Kerr died
immediately upon impact, and Shirk was rushed to the nearest emergency room facility
to be treated for his injuries.
Johnny
Penachio (Eldon, MO) had been traveling on the highway behind Shirk and
witnessed the collision. Penachio's vehicle sustained extensive damage
from debris coming from the 2 vehicles involved. Penachio was uninjured,
but his vehicle was towed along with the others.A
motor vehicle crash such as this is especially devastating because it involves
a fatality, severe personal injuries, and property damage to 3 vehicles.
The insurance company of the deceased will be quick to contact all involved parties and present a settlement that may "sound" fair. Like what I have found to be true for many injured parties, Mr. Shirk and Mr. Penachio may be at an unknown disadvantage, not knowing their rights as being innocently involved in a motor vehicle crash. Our Missouri personal injury attorneys are dedicated to helping those involved in an injury claim to be covered for any unforeseen expenses as a result. Immediately after a crash, those injured are typically faced with billing for emergency medical care such as an ambulance and/or emergency room.
Insurance companies are known to 'strike' at this point in treatment, offering a sum of money that will cover any billing you have accumulated as a result of emergency care. Far too often, people wrongfully accept this settlement, failing to think about their future medical care. Aches, pains, problems and ailments may take a few days to surface in an injured body, requiring additional medical care. I never recommend accepting money or settling a claim with an insurance company within a short lapse of time within a crash, especially without consulting an attorney first.Initial consultations - by phone or in person - are free of charge. You have absolutely nothing to lose by contacting our Missouri auto accident lawyer before continuing with your injury claim.
At minimum, consult with a Missouri personal injury lawyer to assure that you are making the right decision for yourself, both presently and for the future.
The insurance company of the deceased will be quick to contact all involved parties and present a settlement that may "sound" fair. Like what I have found to be true for many injured parties, Mr. Shirk and Mr. Penachio may be at an unknown disadvantage, not knowing their rights as being innocently involved in a motor vehicle crash. Our Missouri personal injury attorneys are dedicated to helping those involved in an injury claim to be covered for any unforeseen expenses as a result. Immediately after a crash, those injured are typically faced with billing for emergency medical care such as an ambulance and/or emergency room.
Insurance companies are known to 'strike' at this point in treatment, offering a sum of money that will cover any billing you have accumulated as a result of emergency care. Far too often, people wrongfully accept this settlement, failing to think about their future medical care. Aches, pains, problems and ailments may take a few days to surface in an injured body, requiring additional medical care. I never recommend accepting money or settling a claim with an insurance company within a short lapse of time within a crash, especially without consulting an attorney first.Initial consultations - by phone or in person - are free of charge. You have absolutely nothing to lose by contacting our Missouri auto accident lawyer before continuing with your injury claim.
At minimum, consult with a Missouri personal injury lawyer to assure that you are making the right decision for yourself, both presently and for the future.
