Country Club, MO — July 3, 2025, Two people were injured following a car accident that occurred at around 6:47 P.M. on Business 29.

According to reports, a Mitsubishi Outlander was traveling east on US-59 when for unknown reasons it failed to stop and yield the right-of-way at Business 29 and was struck by a Ford Explorer.

When first responders arrive don thes cene they found that the drivers of both vehicles sustained serious injuries and they were transported to the hospital for treatment. Officials have not released the identities of the motorists, and there has been no update on the status of the investigation.

Commentary by Attorney Michael Grossman

When two vehicles collide at an intersection and the cause isn’t immediately clear, the investigation can’t stop with the assumption that one driver simply “failed to yield.” To understand how the crash happened—and whether it could have been avoided—every possible factor has to be on the table.

1. Did the authorities thoroughly investigate the crash?
Any crash involving a failure to stop or yield should prompt a full reconstruction. Investigators should have examined how the Mitsubishi approached the intersection, how much time the Ford had to react, and whether either driver attempted evasive action. That means collecting impact data, measuring distances, and reviewing driver behavior before the crash. It’s worth asking whether the team on scene had the training and resources to do that level of work, or if important steps were skipped due to time or staffing limitations.

2. Has anyone looked into the possibility that a vehicle defect caused the crash?
If the Mitsubishi truly failed to stop, the question becomes why. Was the driver distracted—or did the vehicle fail to respond? Brake malfunctions, faulty sensors, or issues with cruise control systems can all cause delayed or absent stopping. On the other side of the collision, it’s also worth inspecting whether the Ford Explorer’s systems responded correctly. These kinds of problems often don’t leave visible clues, especially after a high-impact crash, which is why mechanical inspections are so critical.

3. Has all the electronic data relating to the crash been collected?
Both vehicles likely contain onboard systems that recorded vital pre-crash data—things like speed, brake input, and steering activity. That data can confirm whether the Mitsubishi driver tried to stop or whether something interfered. GPS or phone activity might also show whether the driver was engaged or distracted. For the Explorer, electronic data can help verify response time and driver reaction. Without this kind of evidence, understanding exactly how the crash unfolded becomes a guessing game.

For crashes like this, getting to the truth requires looking beyond first impressions. That means not just documenting what happened—but why it happened.

Takeaways:

• Intersection crashes require close analysis of vehicle movement and driver timing.
• A failure to stop could signal a mechanical or electronic system issue.
• Pre-crash data from both vehicles can clarify actions taken—or not taken—before impact.