Ride-sharing apps have made travel possible for many people in some rural communities who otherwise would have no means of transportation. In North Mississippi, there is not exactly a plethora of taxi services or public transportation options.
For people without easy access to other means of transportation, apps like...
It can be intimidating to drive anywhere near a truck, especially if you’re in a smaller car. After all, when driving, it’s important to not only be careful but also pay attention to the actions of surrounding vehicles.
However, trucks have significantly larger blind spots than smaller vehicles,...
When the term "distracted driving" is discussed, it’s often associated with texting and driving or other cell phone use. However, many other actions can become distracting when behind the wheel, and these often go overlooked. These distractions can be classified as manual, visual,...
The effect that daylight savings time (DST) has on your body and overall driving ability has been hotly debated over the last decade. In recent years, research published in the journal Current Biology reported that there is often a 6%...
While most car accidents are caused by at least one driver involved in the collision, there are several instances in which another party or entity may be held responsible for damages. Mississippi observes a "pure comparative negligence" doctrine when determining...
The US Census Bureau reports that only about 19% of people in the United States live in what are considered "rural" areas. However, reports from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration have consistently shown that anywhere...
According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), an average of 28 people die and thousands more are injured in alcohol-related crashes each day. Drunk driving remains one of the leading causes of collisions in the country and is also...
Colloquially known as "Blackout Wednesday" or "Danksgiving" among law enforcement agencies, the day before Thanksgiving has become infamous for an increase in traffic accidents, especially those involving alcohol. During this time of year, millions of people are on the roads traveling to visit...
If you receive a ticket prior to your car accident or after the police come to the scene of the crime, you may be wondering whether you are still able to file a car accident claim to recover compensation for medical expenses, lost wages, and more. Although receiving a traffic citation won’t necessarily mean...
In Mississippi, passengers who have been injured in auto accidents have rights. Unfortunately, many are not aware of these rights and ultimately never file a claim in order to obtain the compensation needed to pay for medical bills, lost wages, and more. Below, we explain more about injured passenger rights and what...
