It may be a safe bet to say that nearly everyone in Hazlehurst has had a moment when the temporary tension or tumult of a situation prompted one say something he or she did not truly mean. Sometimes, such statements may even escalate into threats. Yet most of these...
Month: October 2017
Distracted Driving May Be Even More Prevalent Than We Know
Anyone who has been on the road lately has probably seen a driver using a cell phone, glancing up here and there to drive. Perhaps you've done this yourself. And perhaps you or a loved one has been injured or killed because another person was texting or otherwise...
Car accidents: who is at fault?
The topic of car accidents is one most would rather avoid, especially when they pose significant threats to safety. Yet some of the differences between minor bumper collisions and fatal crashes can be found in the distractions of drivers themselves. All individuals...
Reckless driving in mississippi
There is a fine line between the definitions of distracted driving and reckless driving. Just one minor lapse in judgement could result in a tragic motor vehicle accident, which could ultimately result in injuries and even fatalities. In Mississippi, reckless driving...
Understanding the attractive nuisance doctrine
The onset of fall in Hazlehurst often sees children heading outdoors to take advantage of the final few weeks of warm weather before winter arrives. To your child, the outdoors offer a wealth adventures, some created by attractions whose dangers they may not fully...
The details of deceptive trade
Millions of Mississippians receive ambiguous mail or phone calls on a regular basis. These messages often inform recipients that they are winners of a prize, are eligible for free products or other types of gimmick-oriented content. There are, of course,...
Consumers are entitled to vehicles without faulty parts
If you are driving down the highway at 60 mph, you need to be able to trust that your brakes are going to work. Unfortunately, a severe defect may prevent you from being able to slow down or stop your car.A brake defect puts you and other drivers at risk for severe...
Client visit in Tupelo leads to attorney’s arrest
Many in Hazlehurst may think that it is relatively easy to avoid ever becoming involved in alleged criminal activity because most people simply "know better." Several of those same people may end up being surprised to learn how often someone that most would think...
Motorcycle accidents and unsafe roads
Sometimes, accidents on the road are inevitable. The multitude of distractions that technology can create while driving and unruly passengers and pets are two common ways traffic collisions can occur. When a motorcycle is involved, theses dangerous measures can...
Three helpful things to do after an accident
When you plan your Labor Day weekend road trip, you may think about the essentials: how much food to pack in the cooler; whether there are movies for the kids to watch, whether you packed all that you will need at your destination, whether you need to get gas. In all...