Good Samaritan Thrown Off Bridge During Car Accident
Posted By Meyerkord & Meyerkord, LLC
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26-Nov-2016
A good Samaritan was thrown off a bridge after a
car accident took place. The 34-year-old Idaho man stopped his Jeep on the bridge that
crosses between Idaho and Oregon, to help a fellow driver who had slammed
into the bridge after losing control on the ice. The victim was standing
by the vehicles when a third car lost control and struck his Jeep, forcing
the cars forward and knocking him over the edge of the bridge. He was
able to hang on to the side of the bridge for a short period of time before
plunging 50 feet into the river below. He swam to an island in the middle
of the river and was rescued by medical personnel. He is being treated
for non-life-threatening injuries.
Everyday motorists that stop along the shoulder of the road are at risk
of a car accident. Many drivers speed by without a thought to the person
who is inside the vehicle or even standing outside of it. Move over laws
are established in all 50 states for police and emergency rescue vehicles
and workers. This means if you see a vehicle on the side of the road with
the flashing lights on, drivers must move to the next lane if available
or slow to a speed that is safe to pass by the stopped vehicles. This
should also be a general rule for any stopped vehicle, not just emergency
personnel. If you are struck by an oncoming vehicle, it is imperative
to contact a personal injury attorney. An experienced attorney can assist
you or your loved one in obtaining compensation for your injuries while
holding the party responsible for the accident accountable for their actions.
The attorneys at Meyerkord and Meyerkord, LLC have a century worth of experience
in handling personal injury cases. We understand that injuries sustained
in roadside accidents can be terrifying. Our team works closely with each
client and works diligently to pursue maximum compensation for them. Please
contact our St. Louis office for a free consultation and let us help you get on
the road to recovery.
