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Under the law, people who violated Jackson, Mississippi’s coronavirus quarantine could face criminal charges, a fine, and even a prison sentence. According to the Sun Herald, individuals who have been diagnosed with COVID-19 are being asked to isolate and remain at home. Violation of the quarantine order can result in fines or time in jail. The Continue Reading

If you have a parenting plan in place in Jackson, Mississippi, both parents will be expected to comply with the plan. The custodial parent has particular responsibility in making sure that visitation rights are honored. But what can you do as a custodial parent if the non-custodial parent is a “no show” to visitation times? And what can you do if Continue Reading

The coronavirus pandemic has affected all areas of life and this includes criminal defense. We have written in the past about how COVID-19 has resulted in the release of thousands of inmates across the nation to prevent the spread of COVID-19 in the nation’s jails. If your loved one is in jail and you have questions about whether he or she may Continue Reading

Co-parenting and creating a parenting plan in the best of times can be challenging enough, but the COVID-19 pandemic has changed life so drastically for so many that some co-parents have had to revise or reassess their parenting plans. Some co-parents have found themselves facing brutal disagreement about everything from social distancing to Continue Reading

In support of Black Lives Matter and in protest of the murder of George Floyd by the police, protestors across the nation have taken to the streets to speak out against police brutality, civil rights violations, and racism. In response to the protests, there have been reports of police violence against protestors, curfews being put in place that Continue Reading

If you are filing for divorce in Jackson, Mississippi, it is important to understand how the process can impact your privacy. If you take your divorce case to court, your divorce case will be on the public record. This means that anyone searching public records will likely be able to see what was said during your trial. This further means that if Continue Reading

According to the Marshall Project, as of April 22, there were at least 9,437 cases of coronavirus in U.S. jails. Because these figures date back to last month, it is likely that these numbers are much higher and growing. Families of those who are incarcerated, lawyers advocating for the incarcerated, and those seeking prison reform have called for Continue Reading

COVID-19 has changed life for so many of us. Many have lost jobs and others have had to change plans as a result of the coronavirus pandemic. Couples who were planning to get divorced before the COVID-19 pandemic peaked, have had to delay their plans or change their plans. Some couples have expressed concerns about the stress of having to continue Continue Reading

According to Psychology Today, COVID-19 can impact much more than just your respiratory system. It can impact your brain. One third of individuals who get COVID-19 go on to develop “neurobehavioral symptoms” which can include: “dizziness, headaches, weakness and fatigue, muscle pain, loss of taste and smell, and impaired thinking.” These symptoms Continue Reading

Winter weather and snow on the roads in Chicago caused a massive accident that made national headlines. Massive pileup happens early in the morning on local highway The incident happened just before 6am on the Kennedy Expressway. In total, the local fire department found about 60 cars that were caught in the pileup after the situation was Continue Reading

Mississippi’s long-term care facilities, including nursing homes, knew they were facing trouble after learning that the characteristics that put a person at a higher risk for severe illness from the COVID-19 virus were those found in many of the people living in their facilities. And they had every reason to be worried. Shortly after the COVID-19 Continue Reading

Ballard Law, PLLC is a criminal defense lawyer in Jackson, Mississippi that fights to protect the rights of those who have been arrested for DUIs, felonies, drug possession, and drunk driving charges. Our law firm works closely with individuals facing charges to help them defend their innocence or to assist them with finding the best outcome for Continue Reading

Even though some of Jackson, Mississippi’s coronavirus stay-at-home orders will be relaxed this week, the ongoing effects of the coronavirus pandemic is likely to be with us for some time. If you have filed for divorce, have yet to finalize your divorce, or are planning to file for divorce in the coming weeks, you might be wondering how the Continue Reading

Restaurants in all of Mississippi have a duty to provide a safe and hazard-free environment for their customers. When that duty is breached and a customer suffers an injury, the establishment is then at risk of being sued for damages. A restaurant chain with more than 100 locations nationwide was recently sued in 2019 after Eddie Tucker of Hinds Continue Reading

If you have an upcoming criminal trial or case, you may be wondering how the recent coronavirus pandemic might impact your trial date and case. The Centers for Disease Control reports over 10,000 cases of the virus in the U.S. with approximately 150 people dead from the coronavirus. Drastic measures are being taken across the country to prevent Continue Reading

The worst thing for a parent to find out is that their child is being abused or mistreated while under the care of daycare staff. For many parents in Madison, MS, this became their reality.  WLBT recently reported that a daycare worker at the Little Footprints Learning Center was allegedly harming children she was supposed to be taking care of. The Continue Reading

As more people fall ill with the coronavirus across the U.S., many states and cities have had to take more serious measures to stop the spread of the disease. While the disease affects the elderly and those with compromised immune systems the worst, anyone who contracts the virus is at risk of falling seriously ill or serving as a vector for the Continue Reading

The decision to adopt a child is a big step for any family. It is also an act of incredible courage to open your heart and life to a new child. In addition to the emotional decision that goes along with adoption, there are also formal legal procedures that must be followed. The adoption process can involve multiple steps, which may include Continue Reading

If you have been arrested or detained in Jackson, Mississippi, police officers might read you your Miranda rights. The Miranda warning is a statement that police are required to read to a detained or arrested individual before questioning them. These rights involve informing a suspect about basic rights that they have under the law. These rights Continue Reading

It’s extremely common for a family to move an aging relative into a nursing home when they are no longer able to care for themselves, whether it is due to their limited physical abilities or a health condition. Nursing homes are supposed to serve as a place for an elderly individual to go when they need assistance with day to day tasks as well as Continue Reading

Although the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) estimates that students are 70 times more likely to get to school safely when being transported by school bus, the reality is, an accident involving a bus can occur at any given time. While some incidents happen when a child is being driven on a school bus, others occur when they Continue Reading

Are you planning to live with your partner, but not get married? Or, are you currently living with your partner, but aren’t married? Many Americans live together as a couple, but haven’t gotten married. Marriage can grant both parties in a couple certain important rights that can include inheritance rights, rights to property should the Continue Reading

Actress Gwyneth Paltrow along with several others are being sued by a man from Utah after an alleged ski accident occurred back on February 26, 2016, that him seriously injured. ABC News reported that Terry Sanderson, who was 69 years old at the time, is a retired optometrist who is claiming the incident has caused him to suffer in more ways than Continue Reading

JACKSON, Mississippi. You’ve probably been thinking about divorce for some time. For many people, the decision to get divorced is one of the toughest they will ever have to make. If you are considering how to break the news to your partner, here are some things to keep in mind as you prepare for this tough conversation. Continue Reading