Recent Blog Posts
Does Distracted Driving Lead to Car Accidents?
During the past several years, distracted driving has become all too common, and it is a contributing factor in a growing number of car accidents. Data from the National Highway Transportation Safety Administration (NHTSA) shows that in 2017 alone, just under 3,200 individuals were killed and tens of thousands more were seriously injured because… Read More »
I was Hurt on Someone Else’s Property: What Options Do I Have?
Injuries happen all the time. Most of them are minor and can be treated with home remedies that help them go away within a short period time. This is especially common with slips and falls, which may result in minor scrapes, cuts, bruises, and similar mishaps. That said, falls result in far more moderate… Read More »
I was Injured in a Motorcycle Accident, do I Need to Retain an Attorney?
Motorcycle accidents are among the deadliest incidents that occur on the roadways. According to the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS), 5172 individuals were killed in motorcycle crashes in United States in 2017, the most recent year we have full records for. This accounted for 14% of all motor vehicle-related deaths. Less than 20… Read More »
Why Do I Have Neck & Back Pain after a Car Crash?
Auto accidents happen all the time, and many of them result in minor vehicle damage. These are commonly referred to as “fender benders”. But damage from car accidents is not always limited to the vehicle. Even in what appear to be minor vehicle accidents, those involved can sustain moderate to severe injuries. This is… Read More »
5 Things to Do if you are in an Accident with a Commercial Vehicle
Being involved in an accident with a large semi-truck can be a frightening and unsettling experience. Whenever you collide with another vehicle, you experience an immediate change in state. Your heart starts racing, and your mind starts moving in a million different directions. You may be shaken up, confused, and unsure what to do… Read More »
Trucking Accidents: How to Avoid an Accident with a Big Rig
Commercial truck accidents are some of the deadliest that occur on the nation’s roadways. When a large tractor-trailer that is often carrying over 80,000 pounds (when it is fully loaded) collides with another vehicle, object, or pedestrian, it is likely to do some serious damage. There are nearly half a million large trucking accidents… Read More »
Should I seek Medical Attention after a Rear-End Collision?
Rear-end accidents are among the most common vehicle accidents that occur on the roadways. In fact, rear-end collisions make up approximately one-third of all motor vehicle accidents. These types of collisions typically happen at lower speeds (although that is not always the case), and many people view them as minor “fender benders”. While it… Read More »
How Long Does it take to get a Workers’ Compensation Hearing?
In Mississippi, most employees who are injured on the job are covered by the workers’ compensation system. Private employers with five or more employees are required to carry workers’ comp insurance, and this is a no-fault system that provides benefits for injured workers regardless of who was responsible for the underlying incident that resulted… Read More »
Time Limit for Filing an Injury Claim in Mississippi: Statute of Limitations
When someone is injured due to the negligence or reckless actions of another party, they are entitled to compensation. In a personal injury claim, this is known as “damages”. Compensatory damages can be divided into two general categories; economic damages and non-economic damages. Economic damages are losses that you can assign a dollar figure… Read More »
How are Damages Calculated in Mississippi Accident Cases?
When someone is seriously injured in an accident, it can put a major physical, emotional, and financial strain on victims and their families. The injured party may have to spend some time in the hospital, and once they are released, there are often additional treatments and procedures required. During this time, medical bills start… Read More »
