Finding yourself involved in a motor vehicle accident in Mississippi can be extremely stressful and overwhelming. There are certain steps you need to take to ensure your safety and the safety of others. Seek medical attention It is important to seek medical attention...
The shortage of truck drivers in Mississippi and other states has led to new rules that allow younger and less experienced drivers to take to the road. The goal of this policy is to alleviate the supply chain problems by getting more trucks moving more goods, but the...
Driving in any type of inclement weather creates challenges for all drivers. This even applies in Mississippi where snow and ice are rarely experienced. Heavy rain, thunderstorms, and even tornadoes are more common, and all three can indeed present problems when...
When two cars collide on a Mississippi highway, the initial collision can set off a chain reaction that involves many other vehicles. If traffic is heavy and fast-moving, there’s no telling how many cars could be involved in a single accident. In February 2021, an...
We all know that the holiday season is a time of joy and celebration in Mississippi. However, the holiday season is also a time when motor vehicle accidents rates go up. Granted, it can be challenging to maintain safe driving habits over the holidays, but that doesn't...
Truck accidents occur in Mississippi in a wide variety of scenarios, and the driver is not always the party who is liable. They must rely on the shipment contractor to load the cargo properly, and many times the load is already prepared before they arrive for pickup....
If you are a passenger in a car that is struck while on a Mississippi road or highway, you may be entitled to compensation. This is generally true even if the driver of the car that you were in was liable for causing the crash to occur. Let's take a look at the types...
When there is a medical error in Mississippi, medical professionals other than physicians might make mistakes. That includes nurses. If a patient suffered injuries, a worsened condition or illness and it is believed to have happened because of a nurse’s mistake, it is...
One of the most important practices for trucking companies and owner-operators in Mississippi is maintaining their vehicles and hauling equipment. Even the wheel assemblies on trailers and flatbeds need maintenance on a regular basis. The concept of "good enough" is...
Truck accidents are a constant source of concern for those who drive on I-55, Highway 82 and other busy Mississippi thoroughfares. When a collision involving an 18-wheeler or other large truck occurs, the resulting injuries are often severe. It is important to...
