TROY, MO – A driver was injured yesterday when he rear-ended another vehicle at an intersection east of Troy, according to a report filed by the Missouri Highway Patrol.
Police responded to a collision at the intersection of E Highway 47 and Sheffield Drive at 4:11 p.m. on Monday, May 3. They determined that the operator of a 2010 Harley-Davidson had been unable to stop in time to avoid a 2007 GMC Yukon that was stopped at the intersection, and was ejected from his motorcycle.
The motorcyclist was taken to Mercy Hospital St. Louis with serious injuries. He has been identified as 61-year-old Hawk Point resident Brent Morris.
This article is one in a series presented by OnderLaw to inform our neighbors about car accidents and traffic news across our city. It should not be interpreted as legal advice. However, if you or someone you love has been injured in a motorcycle accident, we would like to discuss your case in detail. Depending on the circumstances, you may be entitled to financial compensation for your medical bills, your lost income, and other expenses. More importantly, the only way to fight for safer conditions for motorcyclists or fix the root cause of many accidents is to enlist the help of an experienced attorney that has the possibility to effect change and can prevent this from happening to another family. Contact us today to speak to one of our compassionate St. Louis motorcycle accident attorneys.
