Every time someone gets behind the wheel, they make choices that affect everyone around them. In Mississippi, far too many drivers take risks that put others in danger. The results are often life-altering—and sometimes, life-ending.
At Chatham Gilder Howell Pittman, we’ve seen how one careless moment can shatter a...
How soon should you contact a lawyer after an accident? If you’re asking that question, now is probably the right time. Waiting can make things more difficult later on. Talk to a car accident lawyer now to get clear answers and the support you need to move forward.
After an accident, people tend to throw around the phrase “pain and suffering.” However, many victims involved in devastating accidents in Northern Mississippi don’t understand what this phrase means and how it may impact their pursuit of fair compensation for their injuries.
There are numerous misconceptions about pain and...
When we think of car accidents, we often picture high-speed crashes on highways. However, the vast majority of traffic accidents happen under far less dramatic circumstances. In fact, many accidents happen at relatively low speeds in parking lots, where drivers have to navigate tight parking spots, watch out for pedestrians, and keep...
Learning to drive is an exciting time for young people. Unfortunately, student drivers can’t always control other people’s actions, and they sometimes make mistakes that result in crashes. This is part of the learning process for student drivers, yet many parents worry about these scenarios.
If your child gets...
Rear-end collisions can be extremely serious, leading to catastrophic injuries and even fatalities, especially when they involve large commercial trucks. In fact, according to the National Safety Council, rear-end collisions are the third-most fatal type of auto accident, accounting for over 17 percent of all fatal crashes.
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...
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....
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...
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...
