Kyle Hargrave, 18, of Linn, Missouri and Joshua Everts, 19, of Jefferson City, Missouri were injured in a single car crash April 7th, 2010 on Highway 63 3.4 miles of Route E. According to the report of the Missouri State Highway Patrol Troop F, Hargrave was driving a 2000 Chevrolet. He ran off the right side of the road and struck a road sign, causing the vehicle to overturn.
Hargrave was flown by helicopter to University Hospital in Columbia for treatment of his injuries. Everts, a passenger in the vehicle, was taken by ambulance to St. Mary's Hospital in Jefferson City.
According to the Missouri 2008 Traffic Safety Compendium published by the Missouri State Highway Patrol Statistical Analysis Center, 22.3% of 18 year old drivers sustained personal injury in car accidents.
If you or someone you know is injured while someone else is driving, its a good idea to consult a personal injury attorney who understands the complexities of auto insurance law. For a free consultation, contact the experienced attorneys at Tatlow, Gump, Faiella & Wheelan.
