Car accidents are an unfortunate but real threat during your Mississippi commute. Knowing what to do ahead of time can save you from making snap decisions under extreme stress. 1. Pull over to a safe location Pull over as soon as it is safe to do so. Traveling too far...
Can FOOSH injuries result in bone nonunion?
Doctors use the acronym "FOOSH" to refer to a fall onto an outstretched hand, as well as injuries that result from it. FOOSH injuries may include bone fractures, many of which heal on their own with conservative treatment, but bone nonunion is a possible complication....
Business owners’ responsibilities to prevent slip and falls
Stores and other businesses are responsible for keeping their customers safe. Slip-and-fall accidents are common and can result in serious bodily harm, including head injuries and fractures. When a business owner does not take reasonable steps to prevent such an...
What do I do after a stray dog attacks my child?
A parent's worst experience is to see their child suffer. You want to take their pain away and make sure they don't get hurt again. Some accidents are unavoidable, and if a dog with no leash, collar or tag bites your child there may not be many legal options for you....
What you should know about whiplash
When you think of car accidents, you might imagine broken bones, cuts, bruises or some other visible injury. However, these are not the only effects that a car crash can have on your body. In fact, one of the most common types of car accident injuries is often...
Report shows the costs and recovery of a serious dog attack
Dog bites may range from close calls to catastrophic injuries or even death. Each of them merits closer investigation to rule out certain factors like total harm, infection or rabies. While one dog bite may result in injury and trauma, a pack of dogs worsens the...
Types and symptoms of skull fractures
Falls are a common cause of skull fractures. Not all skull fractures are serious or require medical intervention. However, because some skull fractures have the potential to affect the brain, they require emergency evaluation to determine their seriousness. There are...
Is a property owner responsible for crimes on the property?
You probably never expected to be the victim of a robbery or assault while at a bank or near your apartment or a hotel where you were staying. Even if the police arrest and charge the person who committed the crime against you, you might wonder if the owner of the...
Be aware of these common truck company defenses
Coping in the aftermath of a serious truck accident can be completely overwhelming. After all, the injuries suffered in these wrecks are oftentimes severe, sometimes even catastrophic, thereby leaving the victim with an extensive amount of physical and emotional pain...
What are the different places slip and fall accidents occur?
Victims of slip and fall accidents can suffer a variety of different types of debilitating injuries. Legal protections can help victims with the recovery of their physical, financial and emotional damages which is why victims should be familiar with the legal remedies...