Personal Injury Law

Two people seriously injured in Highway 50 crash

By Ryan Bradley, Esq.

Two people were hospitalized after a serious Missouri car accident on Highway 50 in Jackson County.

Beverly Cathcard, 80, was driving northbound toward the intersection of Highway 50 and Smart Road, according to the Missouri State Highway Patrol. Also approaching the intersection was Jill Powell, 26. According to the investigating officer, Cathcard failed to yield to traffic as she entered the intersection. Cathcard's 1989 Ford F350 pulled into the path of Powell's 2007 Pontiac G6. Powell was unable to avoid smashing into Cathcard's vehicle.

Both Powell and Cathcard suffered serious injuries and were taken to Research Medical Center for emergency treatment.

Powell was not wearing a seat belt.

An investigation into this Missouri traffic injury accident is ongoing. Charges are pending.

Further investigation is often needed in traffic accidents to corroborate the details of the initial crash report. The description of the accident made by the investigating officer is just that officer's opinion based on initial comments at the scene. In court, it is considered hearsay unless the officer actually witnessed the crash, is trained in accident reconstruction or the report is backed up by other physical evidence. Because accident cases can quickly turn complicated, it is in your best interest to contact a car accident injury lawyer after a serious wreck in order to discuss your case and make sure your rights as an accident victim are protected.

Full post as published by Missouri Accident Lawyer Blog on May 01, 2010 (boomark / email).