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Should You Swerve To Avoid An Accident?

Posted on May 31, 2023

You are driving down the road when you notice the car in front of you has suddenly come to a stop or drifted into your lane. Should you swerve to get out of the way as quickly as possible? 

The answer to this question is every lawyer’s favorite answer:...

Should You Swerve To Avoid An Accident? Continue reading…
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Is Memorial Day Weekend One of the Most Dangerous Weekends of the Year?

Posted on May 25, 2023

Memorial Day is the unofficial start to summer, but it is also the beginning of what AAA calls the “100 Deadliest Days” of the year. Is this truly one of the most dangerous times of the year? And if so, why?

Is Memorial Day Weekend One of the Most Dangerous Weekends of the Year? Continue reading…
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What You Can Do to Stay Safe During National Safe Boating Week

Posted on May 19, 2023

Whether you are rafting down the Mississippi like Huck Finn, or checking on the situation at Arkabutla Lake this summer, water-related accidents and injuries can be a real pain in the boat. 

National Safe Boating Week, which casts off on May 20th, is a great reminder...

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How long does it take to get social security disability in Mississippi?

Posted on April 17, 2023

The time it takes to receive Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) or Supplemental Security Income (SSI) benefits in Mississippi can vary depending on the specific circumstances of your case. Generally, the process involves the following steps:

Application

You must first submit...

How long does it take to get social security disability in Mississippi? Continue reading…
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5 Common Causes of Warehouse Accidents

Posted on February 22, 2023

Over the last decade, America experienced a warehouse building boom. Warehouses have been built across Shelby County, Tennessee, and Desoto, Marshall and Tate counties in Mississippi to meet the increased demand for online shopping in the Memphis metro area. Many people are happy to have the...

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How Long Does a Personal Injury Lawsuit Take to Get a Settlement?

Posted on February 15, 2023

We’re all familiar with Aesop’s fable about the tortoise and the hare. The two animals are in a race that it seems the speedy hare will easily win. But the over-confident hare takes a nap mid-race, and the victor is the slower but more focused tortoise.

How Long Does a Personal Injury Lawsuit Take to Get a Settlement? Continue reading…
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Identifying Fault in a Multi-Car Accident

Posted on February 8, 2023

The more vehicles that are involved in a car accident, the more difficult it can be to figure out who caused what damage. But figuring out who is at fault is important in a state like Mississippi, where the amount of money you can recover for...

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Who is Liable for a Passenger’s Car Accident Injuries?

Posted on February 2, 2023
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Passengers who are injured in car accidents are often confused about who is liable for their injuries. Many assume that they must rely on their own insurance...

Who is Liable for a Passenger’s Car Accident Injuries? Continue reading…
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What are my Rights After Being Injured by an Uninsured Motorist?

Posted on February 2, 2023
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What’s worse than getting into an accident? Finding out the other driver is uninsured. Unfortunately, this is an all too common occurrence in Mississippi, which has the highest...

What are my Rights After Being Injured by an Uninsured Motorist? Continue reading…
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The 5 Main Causes of T-Bone Accidents

Posted on February 2, 2023
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Although modern car designs and the invention of side-impact airbags have made them a bit less dangerous than they used to be,...

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