Mississippi relies on the trucking industry for the transportation of many types of goods. The industry also provides one out of every 12 jobs for Mississippi residents. However, the reliance upon the trucking industry also results in one of the highest truck accident...
Motor Vehicle Accidents
How improper loading can lead to truck accidents
Truck accidents on Mississippi roads can have many different causes. One cause that may not be readily apparent is improper loading of the semi-trailer. Improper loading can produce several scenarios, all leading to difficult handling that can cause the driver to lose...
Can a person get PTSD from a car accident?
Every day in cities like Winona, Mississippi, and throughout the United States, people are involved in automobile accidents. Sadly, some of these accidents result in serious injuries or fatalities. Because these collisions are so traumatic, automobile accidents are...
Who are the potentially liable parties in a truck accident?
Huge commercial trucks are seen daily on Mississippi roads and highways. Most travel safely from one destination to another, but truck accidents occasionally happen. If you were injured in one, you have the right to file a lawsuit, but it can be challenging to know...
Reckless drivers cause accidents in Mississippi.
Many accidents are the result of drivers driving recklessly. The victims of vehicle accidents in Mississippi could file a personal injury claim if a reckless driver caused the accident. Reckless driving dangers Some drivers do not consider the recklessness of their...
Pedestrian accidents at low speeds
It is not true that only vehicles traveling at high speeds cause harm. In reality, pedestrians in Mississippi and throughout the country might suffer injuries when hit by a car moving at slow speeds. Motor vehicles that merely tap someone might knock the person to the...
Understanding common types of airbag injuries
While most Mississippi motorists and passengers alike are grateful for the airbags found in modern vehicles, and there is no doubt that this critical equipment is often responsible for saving lives and preventing serious harm, that is not to say that injuries never...
Good reasons to maintain your truck
Failing to maintain a truck may make it more susceptible to being involved in an accident while traveling in Mississippi or in other states. For example, failing to maintain the vehicle's brakes may make it difficult to stop or slow down on dry and wet roads alike....
Statistics on car accidents: deaths, injuries and risk factors
Car accidents occur with high frequency in Mississippi and around the country. Here are some statistics on the fatalities, injuries and risk factors of these types of incidents. Car accident fatalities In spite of cars being designed with safety in mind, the rate of...
What are the most common causes of truck accidents?
With big trucks regularly traveling across the roads in Mississippi, it’s only natural for more truck accidents to occur. These are the most common causes of these accidents. Driver fatigue Truckers are required to work long hours to meet strict deadlines. As they...