A street racing accident took place in Saint Louis, Missouri over the summer. The accident resulted in the death of an innocent driver. The racer was operating his vehicle on Lindbergh Boulevard, when he hit an SUV, injuring the driver. The driver of the SUV passed away the next day. Last Wednesday, the man who struck the SUV was charged with second-degree murder and “persistent offender” DWI. The other man involved in the racing does not seem to have any charges. Based off of the accident reconstruction, it seems as though both men were traveling at a speed over 110 mph.
Street racing is extremely dangerous and poses a threat to innocent drivers on the road and the drivers involved. For every 1,000 people that take part in street racing, about 49 people are injured. Additionally, speeding is a factor in one out of every three fatal accidents. To make the roads a safer place, follow all traffic safety laws and regulations.
The Saint Louis personal injury attorneys of Meyerkord & Kurth can provide supreme legal assistance in the event of a vehicle accident. With over 100 years of joined legal experience, our team has recovered over $350 million in compensation for our clients. Our attorneys value our clients time and needs; therefore we take pride in handling our cases in a timely manner. With the help of our team, compensation will be recovered by collecting your medical records and filing a claim. To begin on your road to justice, contact Meyerkord & Kurth today.