Many types of serious accidents in a wide array of industries can lead to amputation, but farming ranks among the top three industries for these permanent and life-changing injuries. Accidents that happen while engaged in farm operations are twice as likely to end up in amputations than in any other industry. An astounding eleven percent […]
Mississippi currently has no dram shop statute on its books. Dram shop laws in other states impose civil liability on commercial establishments, such as a bar or restaurant, that serve alcohol to patrons that then go out and injure an innocent person in a car accident as a result of the driver’s intoxication. Mississippi does […]
An auto accident can be caused by a multitude of factors, such as product defects associated with vehicles systems or components, driver negligence like drunk or distracted driving and/or a poorly designed roadway. If you are injured by the negligence of a third party whether another driver, manufacturer of your car or even a public […]
When people take prescription drugs and drive, they probably do not think that they are doing anything wrong. The truth is many prescription drugs can heavily distort a person’s judgement and reflexes and inhibit their ability to drive. This increases the chance of them causing an auto accident while they are driving on Mississippi roadways. […]
The community of Jackson was again shaken this week by yet another fatal accident between a school bus and tractor-trailer, which is the second such fatal crash between these two types of motor vehicles already this year. The accident earlier this week occurred when a school bus was stopped at a stop sign on Mississippi […]
If you are involved in a serious car accident in Mississippi, it can be an emotional and stress filled time. Many Mississippi car accident victims suffer severe injuries that result in extended time off work as well as permanent disability or disfigurement. An auto accident victim may also be coping with significant pain and suffering. […]
There has been a great deal of concern lately about the safety of Mississippi’s school buses that transport our children to and from school each day. These concerns stem from the fatal Mississippi school bus accident involving an Ackerman High School bus that collided with a tractor-trailer head on, killing three people and injuring thirteen […]
Drivers making erratic lane changes in Mississippi can cause car accidents resulting in property damages, catastrophic injuries and wrongful death. When a driver changes lanes on the roadway, it is his duty to ensure that the other lane is clear and safe. Turning on the turn signal in a vehicle is the first step in […]
The increased use of all-terrain vehicles (ATVs) has also resulted in increased ATV-related injuries and fatalities. There are serious safety concerns involving these vehicles particularly when children operate adult-sized all-terrain vehicles as a source of recreational activities. There are size limitations imposed on children of a certain age range when it comes to the operations […]
Car accident rates among teen drivers in southern states rank is among the highest in the country. The State of Mississippi is no exception. It is one of the top ten states in the nation with regard to the number of teen related auto accidents. Mississippi officials blame various reasons for the high rate of […]