We all know how congested a parking lot can get. And you may not think about it, but accidents do happen. In Mississippi, these seemingly benign spaces are the scene of numerous fender-benders, scraps, and more serious collisions yearly. Parking lot incidents don’t only affect drivers — they also affect pedestrians and property owners as […]
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Sep
Sep
Dr. Joe Campbell rode his bicycle on Clarksdale Street in Clarksdale, Mississippi, at approximately 6:00 a.m. At the same time that Dr. Campbell was riding down the two-lane road, Christopher Brown drove the same road to work on Lee Drive. The weather was overcast, having rained earlier, and the lighting was not particularly good. Brown […]
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Sep
Sep
We often think of a car accident occurring between two passenger vehicles, but that’s not necessarily the case. When a collision happens between a car and a pedestrian, the pedestrian is at the greatest risk of requiring medical attention and potentially even losing their life. Many times, these accidents can be prevented. Looking at the […]
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Aug
Aug
Whether you are a passenger, a pedestrian, or another motorist in an accident with an Uber vehicle, you must know your legal options. Given the increasing Uber use in Jackson, MS, the probability of Uber accidents has also significantly risen. Filing insurance claims in the event of an Uber-related accident can be confusing, especially because […]
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Aug
Aug
Large commercial vehicles play an important role in moving consumer goods and people across our state. However, with great size and power comes great responsibility. Commercial trucks can easily weigh over 25,000 pounds and are three times taller than an average passenger vehicle. When you get into a truck accident with an 18-wheeler, the results […]
In Mississippi, the safety and regulation of truck operations on the roads have become a growing concern. A recent analysis of truck accidents between 2020 and 2024 reveals significant trends and areas for improvement. The data provides insights into the number of crashes, the number of vehicles involved, and the resultant fatalities and injuries caused […]
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Aug
Aug
Car accidents are an unfortunate reality on the roads of Jackson, Mississippi. While these incidents can result in various injuries, one of the most common and often misunderstood injuries is whiplash. If you’ve recently been in a car accident and are experiencing neck pain or stiffness, chances are you may have suffered whiplash. But what […]
09
Aug
Aug
Feeling chest pain following a car accident is not uncommon. The sheer force of deceleration upon impact is often enough to cause light pain or minor bruising. In many cases, these are not a cause for concern. However, when symptoms and pain become more severe, taking action and seeking medical treatment is essential. If you […]
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Aug
Aug
An 18-wheeler truck is one of the largest vehicles you will encounter on the road. These commercial vehicles carry countless valuable goods on any given day and are much larger and heavier than the average car. In a semi-truck accident, the average passenger motor vehicle faces a risk of severe damage just from the sheer […]
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Jul
Jul
When you pass a semi-truck, tractor-trailer, or other big rig on the highway and see large metal studs forming spikes on the vehicle tires, you may be intimated. Despite their aggressive look, the truck tire spikes are not meant to be weapons or instruments of intimidation; they are meant to protect the truck’s wheels. Nonetheless, […]
