Mississippi drivers share the road with many other people. Unfortunately, it is impossible to tell what a driver's behaviors are at a glance. You cannot tell if they are safe or if they gamble with lives. Today, we will focus on the topic of drowsy driving. It does...
Car Accidents
Infotainment features increase distracted driving risk
The popularity of in-vehicle systems that allow people to make phone calls, send or receive text messages, program navigation, or even program or tune music has grown in the past several years. Some of these features, called infotainment systems, operate by voice...
Tips for dealing with insurance companies after an accident
One of the biggest headaches after a car accident is dealing with insurance companies. You may feel like you are jumping through hoops to get all the necessary information to the insurance company, which can feel like it is dragging its feet on paying your claim. ...
Vehicle safety systems contribute to distracted driving
Anything that diverts a driver’s attention from the road is a distraction. Although multitasking benefits many people at work, it is not the best policy when behind the wheel. The brain can process only certain amounts of information during a given time. Traveler’s...
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,...
Signs of a neck injury caused by a car accident
Car accidents in Mississippi, even minor ones, can have long-lasting repercussions on the life of everyone involved. This is particularly true for those who are injured during the accident. While some injuries are obvious at the time of the crash, others can crop up...
What is balance billing, and is it legal?
If you were involved in a car accident in Mississippi, you know just how financially devastating a car accident can be. To recover from the hospital bills, lost wages and other damages, you may file a personal injury claim. Though, if successful, you stand to recover...
How serious are auto crash burns?
Should you become the victim of a fiery car crash in Michigan, you could sustain catastrophic burns. Unfortunately, car crash burns represent some of the most serious burns a person can suffer. The American Burn Association lists the following four types of burns you...


