A car accident occurred in northern Lincoln County. David Rice, the mayor of Silex, Missouri, was driving with a passenger named Alderwoman Dorothy Ford. Their car was struck in a head-on collision when a driver went over the middle line of the highway. Tragically, the accident caused for David Rice to pass away. Ford is in a stable condition. The driver of the other vehicle involved in the accident has serious injuries from the collision.
Car accidents of varying degrees of severity occur daily around the world. Devastatingly, over one million people pass away every year as a result of vehicle accidents. Injuries and disabilities are a result of vehicle accidents for about twenty to fifty million additional people every year. Vehicle accidents are common, but they can be prevented. To prevent vehicle accidents, drive safely and attentively. Never use your phone or any other device while operating a vehicle. In addition, always follow traffic laws and regulations. For example, do not run red lights, always stop at stop signs, and follow the speed limit.
If you or a loved one has been involved in a vehicle accident, the law firm Meyerkord & Kurth can press charges against the negligent party. Additionally, the qualified personal injury lawyers at Meyerkord & Kurth can make sure receive both economic and non-economic compensation for your losses that resulted from the accident. These experienced, reliable lawyers have handled many vehicle accidents cases and can offer you supreme advice. For a free no-obligation consultation, contact Meyerkord & Kurth today.