The financial problems caused by the COVID-19 pandemic have resulted in a lot of families in Mississippi and throughout the country considering bankruptcy. Filing for Chapter 7 bankruptcy allows individuals to discharge most types of debts, giving them a fresh start financially. For many Americans, seeking bankruptcy protections is the most sensible way to dig […]
In Mississippi and throughout the country, we have had “stay-at-home” orders in place to help people stay safe during the coronavirus outbreak. More and more people are working out of their homes, and there has been a decrease in vehicle traffic as a result. This does not necessarily make the roadways safer, however. Lighter traffic […]
The coronavirus outbreak has disrupted nearly every area of commerce and government activity to some degree, and this includes the court system. With social distancing guidelines in place, most courts are only conducting emergency hearings by telephone or videoconferencing, with regular hearings being postponed. While all of this is going on, there will be fewer […]
The COVID-19 crisis is an unprecedented event that has caused all of our lives to become disrupted. This pandemic has impacted every area of our society, and no one has been able to escape its effects. Countless businesses have shut down here in Mississippi and throughout the country, millions of workers suddenly find themselves out […]
The coronavirus pandemic has caused an unprecedented public health emergency in the US, prompting lockdowns in most states and the closure of countless businesses. Among the hardest hit include bars, restaurants, and other businesses where people tend to gather in large groups. Locally, the casinos in the Gulfport and Biloxi areas are empty, leaving thousands […]
If you have a teen in your house, there is a good chance that they either just got their driver’s license, or they are looking forward to getting it in the near future. For teens, this is one of the most exciting times in their lives. Once they get their license, it means freedom. Finally, […]
Drowsy driving is defined as operating a motor vehicle while being too tired or fatigued to stay alert. Some of the common symptoms include continual yawning, heavy eyelids, vision becoming blurred, and the head starting to nod off. Many drivers try to combat the symptoms by blinking hard, making an extra effort to focus, turning […]
We live and increasingly digitized society, and this is especially true when it comes to social media. Approximately 70% of all U.S. adults use Facebook, while a little over 50% of teens use this platform. The preferred social media platform for teens is Instagram, where more than 70% of them have profiles. And while social […]
We are now in the thick of the holiday season, the time of year when we take time out to celebrate life with those closest to us. This is clearly one of the most joyous times of the year, but all this celebration also means more alcohol consumption and more drunk drivers out on the […]
We all have to make left turns from time to time when we drive, and in countries like the United States where we drive on the right side of the road, making a left is among the most dangerous driving maneuvers. Turning left goes against the flow of traffic, and there are often impediments that […]