Category Archives: Car Accident
Slidell, Louisiana Woman Killed In Multiple Car Accident Involving 18-Wheeler Truck
It can be said that Louisiana is a tough state for driver safety. Not only is the number of fatal car accidents in Louisiana higher than the national average, but the vehicle collision frequency in Louisiana is also higher than the average of the rest of the United States. Indeed, Louisiana roads can be… Read More »
84-Year-Old Louisiana Mayor Killed In Tragic Car Accident
Car accidents happen far too often in Louisiana and throughout the United States. When we hear about a car accident on the news or read about one in the newspaper, we are often at first saddened by the heart-wrenching tragedy, then relieved that it wasn’t a loved one or someone that we know. We… Read More »
The Aftermath Of A Mississippi Car Accident: The Difference Between Criminal Law And Personal Injury Laws
It is common knowledge that every time a person gets in a motor vehicle, jumps into a truck, or hops onto a motorcycle, they are at risk of getting into a serious or potentially fatal automobile accident. Car accidents are all too prevalent in the United States, and leave many people injured or dead… Read More »
Common Injuries After A Car Accident
Car accidents can be terrible and have long-lasting consequences. Fortunately, Mississippi allows victims of motor vehicle accidents to seek compensation from people who caused their injuries. In personal injury lawsuits, victims in car crashes can have their medical bills paid, along with costs for ongoing treatment for conditions that were created, or worsened, by… Read More »
Car Accidents in Mississippi Included in the 20 Worst States for Fatalities
Fatal car accidents in Mississippi have risen 20% in 2021 compared to 2020. It is thought that the reason for this is because of COVID-19. During the pandemic, drivers became accustomed to less traffic and emptier roads, allowing them to believe they can get away with certain bad habits like distracted driving. While the… Read More »
Everything You Need to Know About Mississippi Distracted Driving Laws
Distracted driving is a major concern across the nation, and Mississippi is no exception. Over 3,000 people were killed due to distracted driving in 2020, and unfortunately, those numbers continue to spike. Though many states have implemented distracted driving laws to curb the number of accidents, distracted driving remains one of the most common… Read More »
How to Prove Emotional Distress to Help Win Your Case
When most people are in a car accident, they generally only consider how they will afford their medical bills or car repairs—things that are considered economic damages in a personal injury case. But there are also non-economic damages, which are more intangible and without a distinct monetary value—such as emotional distress—that an injured victim… Read More »
How to Establish Proof of a Car Accident After It Happened?
Car accident victims can sometimes find themselves in a difficult situation if they do not take the necessary steps to establish proof of fault after an accident. While it may seem obvious to you that another driver or party was to blame, you still carry the responsibility of having to show proof to insurance… Read More »
What is Comparative Negligence?
When you are injured in an accident caused by another driver, most people assume they can simply file a claim against the guilty party to recover compensation. However, not all states handle fault or negligence claims the same way. For example, there are typically two kinds of fault that can play a role in… Read More »
Why Should I Get a Medical Exam After My Accident?
Car accidents often result in injuries that have immediate symptoms. You may feel a sudden pain in your neck from whiplash, or you could suffer from another injury with immediate side effects. If you suffer from a wreck in which you don’t experience pain or symptoms of an injury, you may think that you… Read More »