Gulfport Personal Injury And Family Law Blog
Does hands-free tech actually improve road safety?
Many Mississippi drivers rely on technology in their car. Some listen to podcasts on long commutes. Others need GPS systems to navigate them and tell them where they need to go. These days, plenty of companies have introduced hands-free technology. These products...
Be careful when driving through construction zones
Road construction is a way of life for residents of Gulfport. Even though work zones may cause traffic congestion and make you late, they are essential for building infrastructure. Regrettably, construction areas can also be dangerous for motorists. In fact, on...
What should I do if a see an impaired driver?
Even if you refrain from drinking and driving, you cannot control what other motorists do. Accordingly, you may encounter an impaired driver on the road, which can be hazardous for you and others. Here are the steps to take to possibly prevent a drunk driver from...
Appealing a worker’s compensation claim
Although it is discouraging to hear a compensation claim did not get accepted, there are ways to appeal. Knowing the best way to do so can help make the process go smoothly. According to FindLaw, the first step to take is to figure out the reason behind the denial....
How can joint custody work for your family?
Divorcing parents in Mississippi have their kids to worry about. How will you handle support payments? What about child custody arrangements and visitation schedules? It is a lot to focus on. Today we will look at joint custody. This is a form of custody that may...
Intersections and motorcycle accidents
Riding a motorcycle is especially dangerous in certain areas and at certain times of the day. However, certain parts of the road pose a higher risk of a crash, such as intersections. We realize that many motorcyclists are involved in accidents that take place at...
Transportation companies’ negligence leads to large jury verdicts
Several truck accident cases across the nation have reached jury verdicts worth more than $100 million in damages. Juries are holding more transportation companies liable for the serious injuries and deaths that those companies’ drivers cause. Generally, an employer...
Determining custody for unmarried parents
When a child is born out of wedlock in Mississippi, the mother automatically has full legal and physical custody rights. The biological father can seek a court order for joint or sole custody if he chooses. If the court establishes paternity, a single father is equal...
What should businesses do to protect you from harm?
When you visit a business to shop in Mississippi, chances are you do not anticipate leaving with an injury. However, companies that do not prioritize the protection of their customers, can put you and others at risk of avoidable accidents. As such, it is their...
What can I do after a hit and run accident?
Unfortunately, hit and run accidents are common in Mississippi. It is hard enough to handle an auto accident when everyone stays, but that can be more difficult when the other driver leaves the scene of the crash. You do have rights if a driver hits you and then...
