Missouri couple hospitalized after I-55 wreck
Brad and Rita Weber, of Perryville, Missouri, were both injured and hospitalized Sunday evening in a Missouri highway car accident.
According to the initial crash report filed by the investigating officer, the accident took place on Interstate 55 in Perry County. The Webers were traveling northbound in a 2005 Buick Rendezvous. Behind them was a 2005 Mercury Grand Marquis driven by Betty Taggart, 64. Taggart attempted to pass the first car when Rita Weber, who was driving, changed lanes in front of her. The front of Taggart's car hit the rear of Weber's and this sent both vehicles out of control. They eventually both ended up in the center median.
Brad Weber was seriously injured and flown to St. Francis Medical Center. Rita Weber was also injured and taken by ambulance to the same hospital. No injury information was given for Taggart.
From the details given in the initial report, it is hard to tell who was at fault for this Missouri injury accident. If Weber merged into Taggart, she could be considered responsible, while Taggart might be considered to blame if she rear-ended Weber's car. Most times negligence is assumed on the part of the at-fault driver in rear end collision cases.
More investigation into this case is necessary before liability can be determined. In cases like these, it is helpful to seek consultation from an experienced Missouri personal injury attorney who can offer you advice on how to proceed with handling your case.
