Victim Suffers Serious Injury in Hit and Run Accident on Dangerous 71 Highway in Kansas City

Over the weekend a tragic hit and run accident and sent one person to a local hospital with what was considered to be life threatening injuries.  The accident happened around 1:30 a.m. on Saturday morning when a car hit an abandoned vehicle on 71 Highway in Kansas City, Missouri.  A passenger of that car got out to check the damage done to their vehicle and was hit by another car driving northbound on the highway.  The person suffered serious injury and was hospitalized. 

Police are still looking for the driver of the hit and run vehicle, which did not stop after hitting the person.

At Roswold Law Group in Kansas City, Missouri, we've seen enough serious injury accidents over the years to know that U.S. Highway 71 is becoming one of the most dangerous spots for accidents for both motorists and pedestrians in the metro area.

 

Our Kansas City Auto Accident and Injury Attorneys hope the victim of this accident recovers from injury and know a long road is head for them.  We hope the driver who is responsible comes forward or that police  are able to track them down and hold them responsible for this tragic accident.

 

All Kansas City drivers are encouraged to respect other motorists on the road and to slow down to avoid accidents when cars and motorists are on the road side.  We hope everyone is practicing safe and attentive driving techniques and avoiding dangerous driving habits such as distracted driving.

 

If you're involved in an accident late at night or need to pull over for any reason, it helps to turn on your haaard lights in order to send a message to other drivers they should watch out for you.

 

If you or someone you love has suffered a serious injury in a car accident, you may be entitled to compensation for your losses.  Before you try and take on the insurance companies, you need someone in your corner you can trust.  Contact the experienced Kansas City Personal Injury Attorneys of Roswold Law Group.

 

With over 15 years of experience in Auto Injury Accident and Wrongful Death cases, we can help you determine the best way to proceed with your claim.  Call our office today to find out how you can get a free consultation.