Emergency responders arrived at the scene of a 2 vehicle crash Thursday afternoon on Route CC in Howell County. Ronald Clayton (Dora, Missouri) was traveling west on Route CC and approached the cross street of County Road 4730. Michelle Farmer (West Plains, Missouri) was on County Road 4730 when she failed to yield to Clayton and pulled in to the path of Clayton, attempting to turn on to eastbound Route CC. Clayton was unable to avoid the collision and struck Farmer's vehicle, resulting in a t-bone car accident. Clayton, age 57, was noted as sustaining 'serious' injuries and rushed to a local emergency room. Farmer, age 19, was noted for 'moderate' injury and taken to a local emergency room. 20-year old Kelsey Riddle – Farmer's passenger – was transported to a Springfield area hospital after sustaining 'serious' injuries. Current medical conditions of each individual are unknown.

Failing to yield to oncoming traffic is a fairly common violation of Missouri motorist laws (Rules of the Road). Due to factors such as inattention, being in a hurry, and distraction force drivers to carelessly disregard common sense rules of the road, including traveling in to the path of oncoming vehicles. In this specific case, Farmer was negligent in failing to operate her vehicle in a safe manner, therefore jeopardizing the safety of her, her passenger, and other Missouri motorists. Insurance and coverage for compensation available to Farmer would be something that an experienced Missouri car accident lawyer would look into.

Adding the assistance of a Howell County Missouri car accident attorney to your injury claim can ensure that you are not taken advantage of at any point in the process and obtain a settlement that you are content with. Our team of expert attorneys are not paid until you are paid 100% of the time. This also guarantees that we reach a settlement that you personally approve. Call us today for a free consultation to discuss the details of your crash.