Tire Failure Causes Head-On Collision in Missouri
One man was injured in a Missouri head-on collision Sept. 27 on the Interstate 57 after the left rear tires failed on a recreational vehicle, causing it to cross the median and strike a tractor. According to an article in the Standard-Democrat, the recreational vehicle was being driven by 78-year-old Paul E. Rose of McAllen, Texas. The tractor, driven by 38-year-old Kevin Taylor on the southbound lanes struck a car being towed by the recreational vehicle, Missouri State Highway Patrol officials said.
Both the vehicles went off the roadway and rolled over. The towed vehicle, which Taylor struck, reportedly exploded on impact and caught fire. Taylor was reportedly uninjured while Rose was transported to an area hospital where he was treated for moderate injuries.
Based on this news report, it appears that this auto accident was caused by the tires that blew in the recreational vehicle. Any time a tire failure causes an accident, injury victims should consult and experienced Missouri product defect attorney to examine the tires to see if they were defective. If this accident had caused catastrophic injuries or death, the company that manufactured the defective tires could be held liable.
Sometimes, tire blowouts on the freeway could also be caused because of lack of proper maintenance. In such cases the vehicle owner may be held liable if the other party is injured or killed.
It takes a knowledgeable and skilled Missouri personal injury attorney to dissect these cases, investigate specific incidents, pinpoint causes and determine who was responsible. If you or someone you love has been involved in a Missouri auto accident, please call me or e-mail me to find out if you have a personal injury case. At my firm consultations are always free.
