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Independence, MO (February 21, 2026) – Emergency units responded to a crash involving a truck and a Range Rover on Friday, February 20, in Independence. The collision occurred at approximately 3:30 p.m. near East 39th Street South and Noland Road.
Paramedics provided medical care at the scene before transporting at least one person to a nearby hospital for further evaluation. Officials have not released details about the severity of their injuries.
Crews spent several hours documenting the scene, directing traffic, and clearing debris from the roadway. The Independence Police Department continues to investigate the crash.
Our thoughts are with those injured, and we wish them a steady recovery.
Missouri law sets a deadline for filing truck accident lawsuits. Most injury claims allow five years from the crash date under state law. Missing this deadline usually ends your right to file a lawsuit in court.
The filing period typically starts on the date of the collision. In limited situations, it may begin when an injury is discovered through medical evaluation. Identifying the correct start date helps protect your claim and legal rights.
Fatal truck crashes follow a different timeline. Families generally have three years to file a wrongful death claim. Only certain relatives or a personal representative may bring this type of case under Missouri law.
Missouri also adjusts deadlines for minors and legally incapacitated individuals. The law may pause the time limit in specific circumstances. The filing window can extend until legal capacity returns, depending on the facts.
Claims involving government vehicles often require quicker action. You may need to provide formal notice before filing a lawsuit. These steps carry strict and shorter deadlines under state court filing rules.
Waiting too long can place key evidence at risk. Trucking records, maintenance logs, and electronic data may not remain available indefinitely. Witness memories can also fade without early documentation.
Insurance negotiations do not stop the legal deadline. Settlement discussions can continue while the statute of limitations runs. Filing before the deadline protects your right to move forward in court if talks fail.
A truck accident lawyer can calculate deadlines, review exceptions, and explain court requirements. An attorney also prepares your case, gathers evidence, and manages required filings.
At Wallentine Injury Law, we represent injury victims across Missouri. Our team investigates the crash, communicates with insurance companies, and handles every step of the legal process.
Contact Wallentine Injury Law at (913) 934-6333 to schedule a free consultation to learn which deadline applies to your case.
Notes: Our writers utilized secondary sources when writing this news article about an accident. We have not independently reviewed all of the circumstances surrounding this accident; therefore, please get in touch with Wallentine Injury Law right away if you locate any incorrect information in our post. We will update the post with the most accurate information currently available. A post will be removed upon request.
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