Fulton man killed in Callaway County truck accident, MSHP says

Q: How common are fatal truck crashes on Missouri highways?

Commercial vehicle traffic along rural corridors presents unique hazards for passenger cars, and crashes often result in severe consequences. According to the [Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration](https://www.fmcsa.dot.gov/safety/data-and-statistics), driver-related factors are recorded in over 34 percent of fatal semi-truck crashes nationwide.

Q: What do investigators look for in commercial vehicle collisions?

When analyzing truck accidents such as this, crash reconstructionists examine vehicle data to determine the exact sequence of events leading up to the crash. National Legal Analyst Candice Bond, Managing Partner at Bond Legal, stated, "Most people don't know that long-haul drivers are often pushed past their physical limits. Electronic logs don't lie, and they usually reveal exactly when a driver stayed behind the wheel without a break." Authorities will review the grain truck's maintenance records, the driver's hours of service, and physical evidence at the scene to establish liability. Individuals involved in commercial vehicle accidents may have legal options. Consulting a personal injury attorney can help clarify rights and potential claims.

Fulton man fatal truck accident on Highway 54, Callaway County, Missouri

The collision occurred on Highway 54 at County Road 2002, causing a grain spill that shut down the roadway.

A 91-year-old Fulton man died following a commercial vehicle crash on Highway 54 in Callaway County on Wednesday morning, according to the Missouri State Highway Patrol.

A 2008 Ford Fusion collided with a southbound semi grain truck at County Road 2002 around 11:55 a.m. The crash caused the car to overturn and the truck's trailer to spill its load of grain across the highway.

Emergency responders transported the driver of the Ford to University Hospital, where he was pronounced dead shortly after 1 p.m. His passenger, a 67-year-old Auxvasse man, was hospitalized with moderate injuries.

The incident shut down the highway while crews worked to clear the scene. Troopers continue to investigate the collision.

How common are fatal truck crashes on Missouri highways?

What do investigators look for in commercial vehicle collisions?

Authorities will review the grain truck's maintenance records, the driver's hours of service, and physical evidence at the scene to establish liability. Individuals involved in commercial vehicle accidents may have legal options. Consulting a personal injury attorney can help clarify rights and potential claims.

Missouri wrongful death statute

Under Mo. Rev. Stat. § 537.080, surviving family members may file a wrongful death action. Missouri applies pure comparative fault. The statute of limitations is 3 years.

Recoverable damages may include loss of financial support, loss of companionship, funeral expenses, and aggravating circumstances damages.