Mississippi Legal News

Text messaging can present hazards, whether it means wear and tear on your hands, or a dangerous distraction while driving. Laws are being passed at all levels to ban texting and driving. Learn about the dangers posed by the almost addictive and popular text messaging form of communication.

There are thousands of swimming pool-related injuries and deaths each year. A new federal law aims to reduce those numbers by requiring public pools and spas to install anti-entrapment drain covers. Learn about this new law and pool safety issues.

There's nothing to prove in toughing out the heat in sports practices and training at the expense of one's health. Read about the dangers from heat-related illnesses and know who can be responsible for setting limits on exertion. Finally, know how to look out for yourself or your student-athlete.

If you're involved with an accident arising out of an activity where helmets are worn, such as motorcycle use, biking or other sports, whether the injured person wore a helmet can be an issue in a personal injury case. Find out how helmet use factors into personal injury lawsuits.

What is the statute of limitations on a personal injury case? If the case has been settled, how long does an attorney have to give settlement funds to client?