Batesville Legal Blog
Steps to take after a hit-and-run car accident
Car accidents are not always minor fender benders where everyone involved walks away without injuries or vehicle damage. Many motor vehicle collisions are the cause of negligent motorists who have no concern for others on the roads of Batesville and...
Is the Consumer Product Safety Commission doing enough?
When a company makes a product, it goes through various channels to ensure that product is safe for consumers. Despite this process, some harmful products still make it onto the market in Mississippi. When this happens, you rely on the government to step in and make...
What challenges do trucks face in work zones?
According to the U.S. Department of Transportation, over 700 people die in work zones on average per year. This is in part because of big vehicles like trucks and buses. Large trucks in particular make up a larger share of work zone accidents. Here is a look at...
Time to stop truck underrides
An unfortunate fact of life in Mississippi is that drivers must continue to share the roads with truck drivers. Many are just passing through the state, while others call Mississippi home. Whatever the case, some are dozing off through stoplights and stop signs. For...
More pedestrians dying on American roads
Over the last several years, people in Mississippi have witnessed a continual introduction of advanced safety features in many new vehicles introduced by auto manufacturers. The goal of these features is, of course, to keep more people safe either by avoiding...
Should you ice a sprain?
One of the most common injuries is a sprain. It often happens to the ankle, but can happen to other areas of the body. The most common suggestion from medical professionals upon suffering a sprain is to put ice on it, according to The Washington Post. If your doctor...
DUI penalties in Mississippi
Driving under the influence of drugs or alcohol can result in a serious accident. For this reason, DUI convictions carry significant penalties in Mississippi, including potential prison time. Before facing a DUI court date, learn more about how the state charges these...
What are common factors in drowsy driving accidents?
When driving on Mississippi roads, most people want to stay safe. A big danger to yourself and other drivers is drowsy driving. In 2017, 795 people died because of drowsy driving. The NHTSA calls drowsy driving entirely preventable. Often, people feel stretched too...
Does car insurance follow the driver?
While you already know that having a certain level of car insurance is mandatory in Mississippi, you may have other questions about this type of coverage. Specifically, many people wonder whether car insurance follows the vehicle itself or the policyholder....
What are signs of driver’s fatigue?
As a driver in Mississippi, it is important for you to stay safe on the roads. While many people think of driving under the influence or distracted driving when they think of dangerous driving behaviors, we at Bailey, Womble & Yelton will discuss another,...
