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• Brain-Injury Survivor Uses His New Given Life to Talk About Traffic Safety
  Jan 30, 2012

  Fifteen years ago, Anthony Aquan-Assee was in an accident that left him in a coma for two weeks.  Doctors predicted he’d be a vegetable for the rest of this life.  But today he’s a living, breathing, outspoken advocate on the importance of traffic safety – a topic he’s devoted much of his post-recovery life to.
  In September of 1997, the Canadian Olympic judo team hopeful and eight grade teacher, was riding his motorcycle to work when he was struck by a driver who failed to check for oncoming traffic.  
  After numerous surgeries and two weeks in a coma, he woke up confused and battered. What followed was a full year of hospitalization and painful rehabilitation.
  "I came back, and I came back to give people a message," said Aquan-Assee, who's since written two books about being a brain injury survivor. "My message is that you have to stay safe, and that means to be visible.”
  Visibility is key in avoiding most pedestrian collisions - especially with the dark winter season upon us. Experts suggest wearing bright clothing and only cross streets at signals and well-lit intersections.
  Winter provides dark roads and hazardous road conditions. A driver’s visibility is reduced up to 50-60% at night while it’s snowing.  When pedestrians are covered up with hoods and ear muffs, they are reducing their senses and the miscommunication at an intersection is what causes 85 % of the traffic accidents.
  If you or a loved one has been hurt or killed in a pedestrian accident as a result of the negligence of another, please contact our attorneys for legal assistance immediately. Kansas City Accident Injury Attorneys is experienced in helping those who have been hurt as a result of others. We will aggressively seek compensation for past and future medical expenses, past and future wages, pain and suffering, disability and other damages.
  We even offer a free initial consultation. If you cannot make it to our office, we will come to you at the hospital or at your home. Contact the attorneys of Kansas City Accident Injury Attorneys today by calling 816-471-5111.
  

• Winter Weather Reminds Motorists to Drive Carefully
  Jan 21, 2012

  Thursday’s snow storm, made worse by howling winds, was to blame for hundreds of car accidents in Missouri.
  Snow began falling at 4 a.m. Thursday in the St. Louis area.  Though not heavy, the snow created a slick sheet of ice on the roads, making for slippery conditions for the morning commute.
  By late morning, the police had received nearly 300 calls about accidents and off-road ditches filled with cars.
  While the area only got a few inches of snow, winds increased that night, making driving treacherous due to blowing snow.
  Winter driving requires quite a bit more patience than other times of the year.  Getting safely to your destination should be your number one priority and sometimes that could mean slowing down and taking your time to get where you're going.
  If you or someone you love has suffered a serious injury in a car accident in Missouri or Kansas, you may be entitled to compensation for your losses.  Contact the Kansas City Personal Injury Attorneys at 888-348-2616 for a free consultation.
  
  
  

• Hearing Impaired Pedestrians Struck by Car in Olathe, Kansas
  Jan 19, 2012

  Three people were seriously injured in a pedestrian accident that happened late Tuesday evening in Olathe, Kansas. All three of the pedestrian accident victims were hearing impaired. The injury accident happened around the 400 block of Park street in Olathe on Tuesday January 17, 2012. Reports from the scene indicate the victims included an elderly man and two woman. Police say the hearing impaired man was helping the women to their cars after leaving the Deaf Cultural Center in Olathe.
  
  Police have also confirmed the accident did not happen in a pedestrian crossing zone and that it is a simple case of an accident on all parties involved.
  
  If you've been seriously injured in an auto accident in Kansas or Missouri, you may have rights the insurance companies aren't telling you about. Contact Kansas City Accident Injury Attorneys to set up an appointment to discuss your case in confidence with one of our experienced Personal Injury Lawyers. We want you to know your rights as a victim.
  

• One Adult and a Toddler Suffer Injuries in Kansas City Auto Injury Accident
  Jan 17, 2012

  Kansas City Police are investigating a crash that sent a 37 year-old woman and her two children to a hospital with serious injuries. The Kansas City auto accident happened as the woman was trying to merge onto I-35 from I-435 near Claycomo, Missouri. She lost control of her vehicle and went off road, roling over into a ditch. The woman was listed in critical condition at nearby hosptial but is expected to survive her injuries. Also on board the car at the time of the crash was the woman's two year-old son. The boy was also hospitalized but his injuries were downgraded to moderate.
  
  Police are not sure why or how the woman lost control but have confirmed she was not wearing a seat belt at the time of the crash. The 37 year-old crash victim has been identified as Lisa Maher.
  
  At Kansas City Accident Injury Attorneys, we want you to know your rights after a serious injury car accident. You may have rights the insurance company isn't telling you about. Call today to set up an appointment to discuss your case in confidence with one of our experienced Kansas City Auto Injury Lawyers.
  

• 19 Year-Old Woman Seriously Injured in Rollover Crash in Blue Springs, MO.
  Jan 17, 2012

  A 19 year old woman was severely injured after a rollover accident that happened on Monday January 16, 2012. The rollover crash happened around 2 a.m. on U.S. Highway 50 near the 291 Junction in Lee's Summit, Missouri. The near fatal accident is under investigation. Police say the woman lost control of her vehicle, rolled over and hit a median. The woman suffered serious injuries and was rushed to a nearby hospital. The extent of her injuries in unknown be she is expected to recover.
  
  If you or someone you love has suffered a serious injury in a car accident in Kansas or Missouri, you may be entitled to compensation for your losses. Contact Kansas City Accident Injury Attorneys to set up an appointment to discuss your unique situation in strict confidence. We want you to know your rights as a victim. 
  

• Teen Hit By Car in Johnson County, MO
  Dec 24, 2011

     Early on the morning of December 24^th, 2011, a teenager was hit by a car on U.S. Highway 50.  A little after 1 a.m. 17 year old James A. Kelley stepped onto the right lane of the highway.  Kelley was then hit by a Chevrolet Impala, driven by 48 year-old Debra F. Schlomer.
  
  The highway patrol was called and told that the accident happened west of M-131, but it actually happened about 2 miles east of M-131, causing the ambulance to be delayed in getting Kelley medical attention.
  
  Kelley was taken to Research Medical Centerin Kansas City,Missouri with serious injuries. No further news has been released about his condition.
  
  As this report may tell you, attempting to cross a highway by foot is an extremely dangerous thing to do.  Cars are going at much higher speeds on highways and don’t expect pedestrians to be in the road.  The average reaction time for a diver on a highway is .68 seconds, but many different factors can slow down reaction time.  If your car has broken down and you need to get out for maintenance or to walk somewhere for help, be sure to stay off the highway.  Do not cross the highway.
  
  If you or a loved one has been hit by a car in Missiouri or Kansas, the Kansas City auto accident attorneys may be able to help.  Call 815-471-5111 for a free consultation.  If you don’t like talking on the phone, you can “Just Ask” on the Kansas City Accident Injury Attorney website.
  
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• Benedictine College Basketball Player Died in Wreck on Missouri 45
  Dec 22, 2011

    Early on the morning of Wednesday, December 21rst, an accident that occurred on Missouri 45 was reported.  It was just before 5 a.m. when the Platte County Sheriff’s Department got the call. 
  
  While on their way home for Christmas, Reginald Demps Jr., a sophomore guard for the Benedictine Ravens, and teammate Quaran Johnson were in a one car wreck heading south on Missouri 45.
  
  The cause of the accident is still not clear, but Captain Erik Holland of the Platte County Sheriff’s Department suspects that the slick roads were the reason for the wreck.
  
  Demps was killed in the accident, but his passenger, Johnson, was taken to a hospital to be treated for non-life-threatening injuries.
  
  The Benedictine basketball coach, Ryan Moody, said that Demps was a great teammate with an infectious personality, who “had an impact on his coaches, his teammates, and the entire Benedictine College community.”
  
  Accidents like these are common during the winter months.  If you or a loved one have been in a winter weather-related accident, the Kansas City auto accident attorneys may be able to assist you.  For a free consultation, call 816-741-5111.  You can also go online and fill out the “Just Ask” form on the KCAIA website.
  
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• Many Crashes in KC Due to Slick Spots
  Dec 21, 2011

  Although Kansas City didn’t get a blanket of snow like much of the state of Kansas to the west, there have been many wrecks on the morning of December 21rst because of slick spots that could not be detected by commuters.  These slick spots contributed to many wrecks all throughout Kansas City during the morning rush hour.
  
  The National Weather Service out of Pleasant Hill, Missouri, sent out a special weather warning on the morning of the 21rst to let drivers know that there might be slick spots; mostly on bridges, overpasses, ramps, and in parking lots, along with some main roads.  These slick spots were very difficult or even impossible to see because the roads would only seem to be wet.
  
  These slick spots formed because the skies cleared and allowed enough time for the temperatures to drop and freeze some parts of the roads.
  
  Kansas City commuters were warned to be cautious of these slick spots until the temperatures would raise enough to melt them, which would be around 8 in the morning.
  
  During this winter season, even if it isn’t snowing, people in the Kansas City area should always be cautious of such conditions.  Even if there weren’t slick spots due to ice, a wet road can sometimes be just as slick as ice and snow.
  
  If you or a loved one has been in a weather related accident in the Kansas City area, the Kansas City auto accident attorneys may be able to help.  Call 816-471-5111 for a free consultation.  You can also fill out a form in the “Just Ask” section of our website.
  
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• 4 Vehicles Collide on Kansas Highway 10
  Dec 11, 2011

  On Thursday, December 8^th, 2011, four vehicles collided on K-10 at Renner Road.  According to the Kansas Highway Patrol, the accident was reported a little bit before 6 p.m.  Serious injuries were sustained.  At least one person was taken to the hospital by ambulance.

  There are several things that you can do to avoid highway accidents: 

  Be sure to be well rested and be comfortable with your route.  Allow more than enough time for delays. 

  Check for construction zone locations and weather-related road conditions.  The weather conditions in Kansas and Missourican swiftly can change; change your speed and following distance according to the weather and keep in mind that rain soaked roads can be just as slick as snow and ice. 

  Make sure your vehicle is ready for travel.  Different types of weather can be hard on vehicles.  Make sure that your breaks, vehicle’s fluids, wipers, tires, lights, and belts are properly inspected.  Have a car emergency kit.

  Do not drink before or during your trip and refuse to be in a passenger seat with a drunk driver. 
  
  Avoid distractions such as eating while driving, talking on the phone and texting while driving.

  Drive defensively and courteously.  Do not take other driver’s mistakes personal.  Even if the other driver is rude and driving recklessly, be polite.  If someone is challenging you, just take a deep breath and get out of the way.  Anger only causes more problems.

  If your car breaks down, pull as far over on the shoulder as possible, put on your 4-way flashers (hazard lights), stay with your vehicle, lock your doors, and put your windows down a little bit.  If you have a cell phone, dial “47” for the nearest Highway Patrol dispatcher.

  If you or a loved one have been in an automobile accident and have any questions, the Kansas City Accident Injury Attorneys may be able to help.  Call 816-471-5111 or “Just Ask” for more information.

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• Car Versus Train Ends in Fatality in Independence, Kansas
  Nov 26, 2011

  A freight train struck a car after it drove around the flashing railroad gate, killing a female passenger and injuring the driver and another passenger.

  The driver of the Ford Escort went around the lowered gates on Pleasant Street near South Avenue in Independence. The westbound Union Pacific freight train collided with the car and pushed it several hundred feet before the engineer could bring the train to a stop.

  Our experienced Kansas City Personal Injury Attorneys have over 15 years of experience in Auto Injury Accidents and Train Injury Accidents that happen in Kansas and Missouri. If you've been injured in a crash, you may have rights to compensation. We want you to know your rights. Contact for a free consultation today.

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