Think every state takes steps to prevent people from sustaining a serious injury in an auto accident or another dangerous situation? Think again. Arkansas, Missouri and Oklahoma recently received low grades in a nationwide safety study. On a scale of 10, all three states each received a scored of five.
The same report included each state’s ranking for injuries caused by auto accidents and other violent incidences. Oklahoma (ranked 6th) and Arkansas (9th) finished in the top 10 for the highest accident rates. Missouri (16th) finished close behind, along with other Midwestern states like Kansas (27th).
Accidents happen fast, even to the safest drivers, especially during the summer, one of the most dangerous times of year on the road. (Many of the most dangerous days for drivers occur between Memorial Day and Labor Day.) In an instant, you can sustain a life-altering injury. Even worse, a death can occur due to a car accident in Missouri. Just recently, a 20-year-old Springfield, MO pedestrian was killed after being struck by a car, according to news-leader.com.
At Tolbert, Beadle & Musgrave, our Missouri personal injury lawyers understand the dangers faced by families every day on our roads. Serving clients in Arkansas, Kansas, Missouri and Oklahoma, our attorneys have dedicated their careers to helping auto accident victims just like you.
