59-year old Alan Boydston of Plattsburg, Missouri, was driving west on Missouri 116 Tuesday afternoon when he began to slow his vehicle, assumingly for an upcoming left hand turn.  68-year old James Cockrill, a Texas resident, was driving a Ford 250 pickup on Missouri 116 behind Boydston, though failed to slow his truck, slamming in to the rear of Boydston's Chevrolet Cavalier.  Boydston was pushed off of the roadway and his vehicle immediately caught fire.  Emergency responders arrived and Mr. Alan Boydston was pronounced dead at the scene by the Clinton County coroner.  Mr. Cockrill was uninjured and able to independently leave the scene. 

It is unknown at this time if any charges or citations were given at the scene.Sadly, we have represented the families and survivors of many Missouri motorists who have met an untimely death as a result of a careless driver.  A fatal car accident is the highest level of 'injury' that one can experience, and is handled very similar to any injury claim with a surviving individual.  Victims and their families are entitled to compensation for any unforeseen expenses such as medical bills, loss of employment, emotional distress, funeral expenses, or future losses.In wrongful death claims or any claim with a deceased individual, specific legal action must be taken in order to properly obtain a settlement.  Our St. Louis personal injury and wrongful death attorneys have a strong record of success when representing individuals in this adverse situation. 

A Missouri wrongful death lawyer is available 24 hours a day and welcome the opportunity to speak with the surviving family members of a fatal car accident victim.  The protection of our clients is the top priority of any reputable Missouri personal injury law firm.