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What injuries can occur from a slip-and-fall incident

When someone falls on your property in Mississippi, the injuries may not initially appear serious. However, slips and falls can lead to lingering issues with severe consequences. Property owners must...

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Pool hazards to be aware of

The summer months in Mississippi tend to be extremely hot and humid, which means that you’ll likely spend time by a pool. Of course, there are a number of hazards that you may encounter, and if you...

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Strategies to overcome a landowner’s open and obvious defense

In Mississippi, defendants use various tactics, such as the “open and obvious” defense, to avoid liability for a victim’s injuries in a premises liability case. By understanding the nuances of premises...

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Why are there so many slip-and-fall accidents in supermarkets?

Thousands of Mississippi residents are involved in slip-and-fall accidents each year, and many of them are injured while shopping in supermarkets or convenience stores. Retailers are expected to do all...

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Landing gear cranking common source of truck driver injury

Cranking the landing gear up and down is a routine part of the job for truck drivers in Mississippi. This activity strains your shoulders, and many truckers eventually experience on-the-job injuries as...

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Retaliation after filing a workers’ comp claim in Mississippi

Many injured employees fail to file workers’ compensation claims in Mississippi because of fear of losing their jobs, demotion, discrimination or harassment. This fear is not unfounded: employers and...

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Liability for slip-and-fall accidents in parking lots

Many situations require people to use Mississippi parking lots. You might be shopping, visiting a friend or seeing a doctor. The area should be kept safe; however, parking lot owners are liable if...

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Why a workers’ compensation claim might be denied

If you are hurt at work, you may be entitled to compensation for medical bills and lost wages related to your workplace accident. However, workers in Mississippi and elsewhere could have their claims...

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How much money does a slip-and-fall injury cost in Mississippi?

Unfortunately, your life in Mississippi can change in a second after slipping and falling. Instead of proceeding with your day or night, falling can instantly cause severe pain while warranting the...

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Can car accidents lead to a traumatic brain injury?

Being the victim of a motor vehicle accident in Mississippi can be devastating. Worse yet is when an accident leads to a traumatic brain injury (TBI). TBI statistics Every year, an estimated 1.4...

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