Missouri Injury Attorney Blog

A Missouri man was killed in auto accident in the early hours of June 28, 2009 in Montgomery County, Texas, according to a report from the Houston Police Department (HPD).

The accident occurred on U.S. Highway 59, near Kingwood Drive, as Willie T. Tolbert, 54, and his wife was pulled over on the shoulder of the roadway to switch drivers. When Tolbert exited the driver side of the Chevrolet Aveo, a Dodge Ram pickup veered onto the shoulder and struck him and his vehicle.

The HPD indicated that there was not alcohol involved. However, they did indicate that the driver of the Dodge had fallen asleep at the wheel when he hit Tolbert. The pickup rolled over and the driver was ejected. Tolbert was pronounced dead at the scene and his wife did not sustain any physical injuries.

While on the road, drivers are required under law to exercise "reasonable care under the circumstances." If a driver fails to use reasonable care, then there is negligence involved. Whether they are speeding, drunk, distracted, or very fatigued, negligent drivers put themselves and others at risk out on the road.

In cases, like the one above, where the driver does not exercise reasonable care, the injured parties would be eligible to receive compensation that can cover the following:

• Medical expenses
• Loss of wages
• Cost of physical therapy
• Other damages relating to the accident

If you or a loved one has suffered personal injuries or death due to the negligence of another party out on our Missouri roadways, you would be well-advised to consult with Missouri auto accident attorney David Payne. David will examine all aspects of the case to find out who was at fault and outline the best legal path.

In almost all cases, there is an insurance company that is responsible for all, if not a portion, of the injuries resulting from their insured driver's negligence. If the at-fault driver lacks car insurance or sufficient insurance coverage, then the family of the deceased or injured victims might be able to acquire benefits from the uninsured or under-insured motorist clause in the victim’s car insurance policy.

Experienced auto accident attorney David Payne will guide victims and their families through this legal process.

Contact David Payne at 417.847.7516 for a free consultation on your auto accident claim.