Rollover accidents are among the most dangerous motor vehicle crashes, and often result in severe injuries or fatalities. These collisions occur when a vehicle tips onto its side or roof, sometimes rolling multiple times before coming to a stop. Understanding the common causes of rollover accidents and the factors that increase their...
Getting Compensation for Interstate Pile-Up Accidents
Imagine you are driving down I-55 when the car in front of you stops short and you don’t have enough time or distance to effectively brake. You collide with the other car’s rear end, when suddenly you feel a second impact as the car behind you crashes into your vehicle as well....
T-Bone Collisions: Causes, Injuries, and Legal Recourse
Crossing an intersection can put your vehicle at the greatest risk imaginable. In a split second, you can be hit by another vehicle crossing perpendicular to you. This can often inflict the greatest damage, as your vehicle’s side and doors are often no match for another car’s strong front bumper. Automakers have...
Common Causes of Accidents on Rural Roads
North Mississippi car accidents can happen anytime and anywhere. However, accidents on rural roads can be particularly devastating because it takes more time for emergency services to arrive to render aid to those in need. Data from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration shows that rural areas tend...
The Dangers of Unsecured and Poorly Secured Loads
Accidents involving commercial vehicles and semi-trucks are among the most catastrophic and deadly forms of collisions on North Mississippi roadways. Unsecured and poorly secured loads often contribute to these deadly crashes. While everyone knows that a reckless driver can cause an accident, fewer realize the actions of a careless cargo-loading company can...
Determining Fault in Intersection Car Accidents
After an intersection accident, you may face overwhelming challenges such as mounting medical bills, lost wages, and the stress of dealing with insurance companies. You might require clarification on how to proceed, particularly if the other driver denies responsibility or attempts to blame you.. Remember, you have rights, and consulting with an...
Injuries When Not Wearing a Seatbelt: Can You Recover Damages?
Were you injured in a car accident while not wearing a seatbelt? You may be wondering if that will negatively impact your personal injury claim. The answer is that it might, but the law is on your side.
Comparative Negligence in MississippiTo understand how...
The Dangers of Allowing Children to Sit in the Front Seat
Every parent wants to keep their children safe. However, allowing kids to sit in the front seat of a vehicle can put them at greater risk of injury in the event of a car accident.
At Chatham Gilder Howell Pittman, our North Mississippi car accident attorneys understand the...
Common Internal Injuries Sustained in Car Accidents
Car accidents can result in a wide range of injuries, from minor cuts and bruises to severe and life-threatening conditions. While some injuries, such as broken bones or lacerations, may be immediately apparent, others, like internal injuries, can be harder to detect. Internal injuries can be particularly dangerous because they may not...
7 Things You Must Avoid After an Accident
Accidents can happen in an instant, leaving you shocked, confused, and unsure of what to do next. In the aftermath of an accident, whether it's a car crash, slip and fall, or any other type of personal injury incident, it's crucial to take the proper steps to protect your health, well-being,...
