After a motor vehicle collision occurs, those involved have many issues to address. They have to communicate with police officers, arrange to repair the vehicle and file an insurance claim. In some cases, they may also need to seek out treatment for injuries. Broken...
Car Accidents
6 most common facial trauma injuries in a car accident
Car accidents can cause a wide range of injuries, and facial trauma is one of the most noticeable and painful types. These injuries can result from blunt force, shattered glass, or even the airbag deploying during a collision. If you've been in a car accident, it's...
3 mistakes to avoid when seeing your doctor after a car accident
After a car accident, seeing a doctor as soon as possible is important for both health and legal reasons. However, certain mistakes before, during and after this visit can affect your recovery and legal claims. Here are three especially harmful mistakes to avoid when...
Must people make recorded statements for insurance claims purposes?
After a car crash, filing insurance claims is often necessary. The party not at fault for the collision may need to file a claim against the policy of the driver who caused the crash. In some cases, they may also file supplemental claims against their own policies....
3 future costs to include when reviewing a crash settlement offer
Motor vehicle collisions tend to inspire significant financial stress. People who may not have caused a crash still have to worry about the long-term consequences of the wreck. They may have multiple major expenses to cover, with more bills piling up every day....
Compensation for delayed TBI symptoms after a car accident
Car accidents can sometimes lead to traumatic brain injuries (TBIs), which may not present symptoms immediately. What makes TBIs particularly concerning is that you may experience delayed symptoms, emerging days, weeks, or even months after the initial incident. ...
Distracted driving: A silent killer on Mississippi roads
You enter a potential danger zone every time you step into a car. However, the most dangerous threats often aren't the other vehicles but the drivers themselves. Distracted driving, a silent epidemic, has claimed countless lives and caused immeasurable suffering. It's...
How accidents can lead to psychological trauma like PTSD
Accidents are events that can cause more than physical injuries. The emotional aftermath is often overlooked but can be just as significant. Psychological trauma, including Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD), is a common consequence for many who have experienced...
Understanding compartment syndrome after a car accident
Compartment syndrome is a serious condition that can occur after a car accident. It happens when pressure builds up in a muscle compartment, which is a section of the body that contains muscles, nerves, and blood vessels. This pressure can decrease blood flow,...
Insurance difficulties that can delay or deny a claim
A motorist who gets struck by a negligent driver should not have to worry about personally paying for the cost of medical bills and car repairs. This is why Mississippi mandates that its drivers carry liability insurance. Ideally, you should be able to get...