Batesville Legal Blog
Mississippi ranks as the most dangerous state for motorcycles
The most recent data on motorcycle crashes from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) and Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) names Mississippi as the most dangerous state in the U.S. for motorcyclists. The accrued data places the Magnolia State...
Prevent trucking accidents by identifying the causes
Accidents between a semi-truck and a smaller motor vehicle can be devastating for the driver of the smaller vehicle. 68% of all deaths from trucking accidents happen to someone in a passenger vehicle. The sheer weight and size of the truck puts anything and anyone...
Pursuing legal action after a boat-related injury
Mississippians enjoy an active outdoor life. With over two dozen beautiful state parks, hundreds of lakes and the very active Mississippi River, much of that outdoor activity happens on a boat. Recreational boats allow Mississippians to enjoy some of the best local...
Elements of a Mississippi Slip-and-Fall Lawsuit
Let’s say that you are enjoying a stroll through one of Mississippi’s nearly three dozen casinos. You are on your way to the buffet when you slip on a wet floor and crack your head on the ground. You look around and there is no sign warning of a freshly mopped floor....
Motorcycle safety tips for riders of all experience levels
For motorcycle riders, cruising down the highway, back road or city street offers a profound sense of freedom. For many, the motorcycle is a universal symbol of Americana. Driving a motorcycle or even sitting in the sidecar allows you to experience the elements, have...
How to stay safe around trucks
18-wheelers are an essential method of transporting goods across the country. While truckers provide a critical service, their vehicles can be dangerous for drivers who do not practice proper safety around them. Truckers cannot be solely responsible for keeping other...
How to be a good defensive driver
For most commuters, driving feels second nature. But even if you’ve been driving for decades and believe you’re a pretty responsible driver, you can’t always say the same for everyone else on the road. Defensive driving is a specific set of strategies drivers can...
Tips for avoiding truck accidents as a cyclist or pedestrian
A loaded semi-truck can weigh up to 80,000 pounds. If an 18-wheeler hits you while you are walking or biking, you can sustain catastrophic injuries from which you may never fully recover. Since the odds are against you due to the truck's hard body and massive weight,...
Can hands-free technology make distracted driving safe?
Mississippi drivers like you know that distracted driving is dangerous. But sometimes, it is somewhat unavoidable. If you need to check your GPS, you end up distracted. But if you did not have the ability to navigate, you would get lost and face an even bigger...
Running late and pedestrian accidents
Pedestrians face many hazards on the road, such as drunk drivers, areas that see a lot of chaotic traffic, poor road conditions due to inclement weather and so on. However, some are more likely to become involved in an accident as a result of rushing. Whether a...
