A Department of Transportation worker was injured in a Missouri truck accident after a tractor-trailer struck him on Interstate 35 and kept going. According to the Kansas City Star, the accident occurred as the worker was directing traffic near Southwest Boulevard in Kansas City. The worker was reportedly wearing an orange vest when he was hit. Thankfully, officials said, the worker did not suffer major injuries.
In any truck accident case, where the truck driver is at fault, the injured victims may seek compensation from the truck driver’s employer, the trucking company. In such cases, victims may seek compensation to cover medical expenses, cost of surgery, hospitalization, and even costs of long-term care and rehabilitation. Medical expenses can be significant in cases that involve catastrophic injuries. Truck accidents, often times, can happen as a result of speeding, impairment, or reckless driving on the part of the truck driver.
If you have been seriously injured in a Missouri truck accident, please contact an experienced St. Louis big rig accident lawyer at Page Law. Trucking companies will usually get their insurance carrier and attorneys right away on a case. As a victim, you need a skilled personal injury attorney with experience handling truck accident cases on your side, fighting for your rights, and protecting your best interests. Call Page Law at 1-866-620-5757 for a free and comprehensive consultation.
