When people buy a product that's marketed directly to consumers, they generally assume that it's safe to use as directed -- with good reason. The law puts a special responsibility on manufacturers, distributors and retailers to make sure that they aren't selling...
Year: 2021
Semitruck crash fatalities appear to be declining
Sharing the road with semitrucks means that every driver has to pay close attention to what they’re doing. These trucks are much larger and heavier than normal passenger vehicles, so the truckers who operate them must ensure that they’re always putting safety first. ...
Worried about being pulled over by the police? What color is your car?
If you want to keep a low profile out there on the road, you may want to reconsider your choice of motor vehicle. So what kinds of vehicles should you avoid? Sure, a fancy sports car is bound to catch people's eyes, and a tricked-out vehicle with flames painted down...
Do you know what a bad faith insurance claim is?
Mississippi is an at-fault auto accident insurance state. This means that a motorist who causes an accident must pay any reasonable expenses the other driver incurs from the crash. Insurance companies are businesses, however, and they expect to turn a profit just...
The harsher consequences truck drivers face for a DUI
Driving while under the influence of drugs or alcohol comes with considerable consequences for everyone. For a truck driver, however, a DUI conviction can threaten their very livelihood. When 30% of Mississippi fatalities in car accidents are related to alcohol, the...