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.
The Importance of Witness Statements in Car Accident Claims
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...
7 Ways an Attorney Helps Increase Your Personal Injury Settlement
Have you been hurt in an accident in Mississippi? If so, you’re probably interested in getting compensation for your medical bills, lost income, pain and suffering, and more. Here are seven critical ways that an experienced Mississippi personal injury attorney can help you maximize the value of your insurance settlement.
When Drivers Claim They “Didn’t See” the Pedestrian
It may be the most commonly uttered phrase following a traumatic pedestrian accident: “I didn’t see them!” There are defense strategies that can be built around the inability to see a pedestrian following a motor vehicle accident.
Understanding some defense strategies involving pedestrian visibility, driver duty, and environmental conditions...
When to Accept a Settlement vs. Going to Trial
When you're injured in an accident or involved in a legal dispute, one of the most important decisions you'll face is whether to accept a settlement offer or take your case to trial. This choice can affect the potential payout amount, how long your case lasts, and how stressful the process becomes....
The Role of Accident Reconstruction Experts in Your Injury Case
When a serious accident leads to injury, proving what happened is a critical part of your personal injury case. Insurance companies, defense attorneys, and even juries may question your version of events. This is where accident reconstruction experts can offer critical insight that supports your claim and strengthens your case in settlement...
Pedestrian Accidents Involving Intoxicated Drivers
Being hit by a car can change your life forever. When the driver is drunk or high, the way you feel about the injuries you suffered in the crash can be even worse. Pedestrians have no protection against a speeding vehicle, so injuries are often severe. Some people never fully recover. Some...
Legal Considerations in Child Pedestrian Accidents
No parent ever wants to imagine their child being hit by a car. The truth is that child pedestrian accidents happen more often than many people think, especially in busy neighborhoods and school zones. When a child is hurt this way, families are left dealing with medical bills, pain, and fear about...
Post-Settlement Planning: Protecting Your Personal Injury Recovery
A personal injury settlement provides funds to protect your health and future after an accident. However, without a post-settlement plan, you may find yourself running through your financial resources faster than expected. A personal injury lawyer with our law firm can help you create a strategy to safeguard your compensation so you...
Car Accident Statistics by Age: Who’s Most at Risk and Why
Car accident injuries and deaths aren’t distributed evenly among age groups. Do you know which age groups are more likely to get hurt in crashes and why?
People Aged 30 to 39 Have the Highest Risk of Car Accident Injuries and DeathsAccording to the...
