Accidents and incidents on the road are a fairly common portion of life. If we look at the road as a playing field, and then look at drivers as the “players” one can easily correlate and imagine the amount of mistakes not only the majority of accidents that can occur, but how many one individual can simply make on their own. Unfortunately, when it comes down to accidents and mistakes on the road there is not a “winner” or a “loser”, but only individuals who deal with damage to their automobile, and severe, debilitating injuries.

Law Enforcement Officers: Protecting, and Serving

When we envision law enforcement officers on the road we do not usually associate them with being injured or hurt when it comes down to car accidents. In our minds, they are usually the ones who correct negative driving by issuing tickets, or are the ones to respond to accidents. However, law enforcement officers, like everyone else out on the road, are just human and can easily not only be involved in an automobile accident, but left with serious injuries in the process.

In Mississippi, there are a few well-known highways and interstate roads that are commonly traveled by not only many Mississippians everyday, but also those from neighboring states traveling everyday. Highway 43 is one highway that motorists can be seen traveling at all parts of the day whether they are commuting to work, traveling, or transporting supplies. Recently, however, an accident occurred which resulted in the injury of a law enforcement officer. The officer was making routine patrolling rounds of the area as usual when he was struck by a SUV in the rear end of his cruiser. As a result, the cruiser flipped over, and ejected the officer out of the vehicle.

The accident, and serious injuries that were sustained by the officer led to his untimely death even after being treated for some of his injuries. Today, his wife and two children are now left without a husband, and a father. While this family is dealing with a tragedy on their hands it is extremely advised that they, and others that deal with this type of situation seek out an experienced, and compassionate auto accident attorney. By doing so they can fight for their case, and the potential damages and personal injury liability awards they could be entitled to for their loved one’s death.

At Barrett Law, our experienced Mississippi personal injury lawyers represent injury victims throughout Mississippi.  Our law firm has roots that reach back 75 years so contact us today for your free initial consultation at (662) 834-2376 to see how we can help.