Whenever you drive, you face the risk of getting into an auto accident. However, recovering compensation after you’ve been hurt in an accident can be much more complicated when the crash occurs across state lines. Factors such as differences in state laws, varying insurance requirements, and logistical difficulties in pursuing legal claims...
Matthew 18 gives us a clear process for handling conflict between ourselves and other believers. It calls us to begin dispute resolution with a private conversation between the individuals involved. If that does not resolve the issue, the Word guides us to ask one or two others to join as witnesses and...
Mississippi consistently ranks as the deadliest state for US drivers. In 2023, 732 people lost their lives in Mississippi traffic accidents, a four percent increase from the year before. While most other states saw improvements, Mississippi’s fatality rate actually climbed over the past decade. Reports show that from 2014 to 2023,...
Christian attorneys have a duty to bring biblical principles into the courtroom. These lawyers hold to the principles of fairness, honesty, and respect for others. When it comes to personal injury cases, that means seeking compensation that fully addresses the injured party’s recovery needs. Scripture teaches us that justice is meant to...
Sometimes you find yourself in a situation where you question whether your actions match the convictions of your faith. Victims tend to do this when facing the possibility of filing a personal injury lawsuit to recover compensation for their injuries after an accident. They ask whether taking legal action makes them a...
You should be looking for several things when considering who should represent you. Experience, education, and communication style are primary factors a client needs to evaluate when choosing an attorney to represent them. One often overlooked factor that clients should also remember when searching for the right attorney is that they share...
You likely have heard the expression “speed kills,” and ample research supports that conclusion. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) reports that over 330,000 people nationwide suffered injuries in speeding accidents during one recent year. That same year, close to 12,000 people died in speeding-related collisions. Speeding semis on interstates...
Tractors, balers, plows, and other agricultural vehicles may not have the speed of typical cars, but they’re still dangerous due to their size, weight, and extra parts that can snag people’s clothing, hair, or bodies. Unfortunately, many North Mississippi residents underestimate the dangers of accidents with agricultural vehicles. These collisions can have...
A loss of consortium claim is a claim for money for loss of companionship or marital intimacy in a personal injury case. For example, if your husband can no longer be sexually intimate with you after a car accident, then you can claim damages for loss of consortium.
After a car accident, things can feel overwhelming. You might be juggling doctor visits, repair shops, and calls with your insurance company. In the middle of all that, it’s easy to forget how important witness statements are. But those statements can help explain what really happened and who was at fault. They...
