According to the Insurance Information Institute, there was a 34-percent decrease in the number of children’s product recalls from 2013 to 2014. Additionally, there was an average of five incidents per recalled product in 2014, whereas in 2013, there was an average of 14 injury or death incidents per recalled product. Continue Reading
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6 Injured in Crash That Caused Ambulance to Flip
Mississippi News Now reports on a recent accident that injured six people and caused an AMR ambulance and another vehicle to flip. The crash happened on I-55 north. Three of the injured include a paramedic, EMT, and a patient who were inside the ambulance at the time of the wreck. At least one person was critically injured. Continue Reading
What Benefits Should I Expect to Receive from Workers’ Compensation?
Workers’ compensation is basically a no-fault insurance plan that is mandated by Mississippi law. As the Workers’ Compensation Commission explains, in most cases, injured employees are guaranteed payment for lost wages and certain medical benefits if they suffer an injury on the job. Continue Reading
What Are Mississippi’s Child Seat Laws? Madison Car Wreck Attorney Insights
Automotive safety technology has advanced rapidly over the last decade, but the seat belt is still the most effective safety device in your vehicle. Buckling up is especially important for young children who are more susceptible to injuries in the event of a crash. Continue Reading
Do You Know These 4 Common Causes of Fatal Car Accidents?
Even if you follow the rules of the road and always wear your seatbelt, you still take a risk every time you drive. All it takes is one drunk, distracted, or negligent motorist to cause a devastating accident. Continue Reading
Do I Need to Hire an Attorney to Make a Personal Injury Claim?
If you were injured by a negligent driver in Mississippi, that driver’s insurance company should cover your medical bills and lost wages. Although you can file your claim without the help of an attorney, the insurance company might offer a low settlement under the assumption that you would not be willing to dispute the settlement or take the case Continue Reading
What Are the 5 Different Levels of Spinal Cord Injuries?
The spinal column protects the spinal cord, which is composed of nerves that send signals throughout the body. Because the spine plays an integral role in so many of the body’s functions, damage to the spinal cord can cause a myriad of symptoms, and the effects of a spinal cord injury (SCI) can vary significantly from patient to patient. Continue Reading
What Are the Top 10 Causes of Truck Wrecks?
Driving an 80,000-pound vehicle for 11 straight hours is not exactly the safest way to make a living, yet there are approximately 3.5 million commercial truckers in the United States. Although CMV drivers tend to have plenty of experience behind the wheel, they are not immune to accidents. Continue Reading
What Injuries Are Covered under the Mississippi Worker’s Compensation Program?
Enacted in 1948, the Worker’s Compensation Law guarantees the payment of certain medical bills and lost income to people who are injured on the job. Essentially, worker’s comp is a no-fault insurance plan because most work-related injuries are covered even if the employee’s actions contributed to the injury. Continue Reading
What Are the Top 3 Causes of Wrongful Death in the United States?
No tragedy can match the devastation of losing a loved one. This is especially true when a family member dies due to another person’s negligent or malicious behavior. Continue Reading
My Family Member Died in a Car Accident
A serious car wreck can have far-reaching effects for the people involved and their families. This is particularly true when a person dies due to a drunk, distracted or negligent driver. Continue Reading
How Does Alcohol Impair a Driver’s Performance?
Millions of Americans look forward to Super Bowl Sunday. Delicious food, an over-the-top halftime show, and the excitement of the Big Game are just a few reasons why the Super Bowl is one of the world’s most-watched broadcasts. Unfortunately, the festivities will come to an abrupt and tragic end for hundreds of drivers, passengers, and pedestrians Continue Reading
Does Your Child Walk to School?
Young teens and children account for a disproportionately high percentage of pedestrian casualties. According to the Mississippi Department of Transportation, kids aged 15 and younger accounted for 19 percent of all pedestrians injured in traffic crashes in 2011. Continue Reading
MHP Warning: Expect Icy Roads in Mississippi over the Coming Weeks
The Mississippi Highway Patrol (MHP) warns that frigid temperatures have made the driving conditions treacherous. The weather has been so cold that droplets of fog are freezing as they make contact with the pavement. According to WJTV, icy roads have contributed to a rise in car accidents. Continue Reading
Planning to Party on New Year’s Eve? 3 Tips to Avoid Drunk-Driving Accidents
New Year’s Eve is the perfect excuse to party. If your plans involve alcohol, it is critical that you take steps to avoid drunk-driving accidents. Continue Reading
Taking a Christmas Road Trip?
Civil War battlefields, Elvis Presley’s birthplace, old-school drive-in diners – is there a better place to spend your Christmas vacation than in Mississippi? Continue Reading
Did You Suffer PTSD after a Car Accident?
Mechanic bills, lost income, health-care expenses – a serious car accident can jeopardize a person’s financial stability. Unfortunately, the effects of a collision extend beyond the monetary losses. It is not uncommon for victims to suffer post-traumatic stress disorder; in fact, according to the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs, traffic wrecks Continue Reading
12 Signs That a Driver Is Drunk and You Should Keep Your Distance
Good news for drivers in Mississippi: According to a 2016 report from Mothers Against Drunk Driving, our state ranks in the top four when it comes to enacting laws against drunken driving. Continue Reading
Do You Know How to Spot a Drowsy Truck Driver?
Drunk drivers, distracted pedestrians, unpredictable weather – the road is peppered with hazards. Although an accident can happen at any time, the risk of injuries or death is much higher on the highway, where large 18-wheelers are travelling at excessive speeds. Continue Reading
4 Reasons Why the Seat Belt Is Your Vehicle’s Most Effective Safety Device
Statistics from the Department of Transportation reveal that Mississippi has a major seat belt problem. Nearly two-thirds of people who die in motor-vehicle accidents in this state are unrestrained at the time of the crash. Continue Reading
4 Steps to Take Immediately after a Motorcycle Crash
Motorcycles are fast, budget-friendly and, above all, a lot of fun to ride. But that thrill comes with a caveat: An accident is likely to end with serious injuries. Continue Reading
What Should I Do after a Hit and Run?
Car accidents can leave you dazed, confused and filled with questions: Who caused the crash? How did it happen? Who is liable for damages? Continue Reading
What Should I Do after an Accident with a Drunk Driver?
Slick roads, distracted driving, drowsiness – these are all common causes of fatal car accidents. However, these dangers pale in comparison to drunk driving. Despite campaigns that raise awareness about the risk of drunk driving and the harsh penalties of doing so, countless motorists continue to break this law. Continue Reading
