["https:\/\/schema.org",[{"@type":"FAQPage","@id":"https:\/\/www.mamajustice.com\/jackson\/#faq","mainEntity":[{"@type":"Question","name":"How much does a personal injury lawyer cost in Jackson, MS?","acceptedAnswer":{"@type":"Answer","text":"At Mama Justice, we work on a contingency fee basis. This means you pay $0 upfront. We cover all costs for the investigation, experts, and filing fees. We only get paid a percentage of the settlement or verdict we win for you. If we don\u2019t win your case, you don\u2019t owe us a dime."}},{"@type":"Question","name":"What is the statute of limitations for personal injury claims in Mississippi?","acceptedAnswer":{"@type":"Answer","text":"In Mississippi, you generally have three years from the date of the accident to file a lawsuit (Miss. Code Ann. \u00a7 15-1-49). However, this deadline is much shorter\u2014often just one year\u2014if your claim is against a government entity, such as the City of Jackson or a state agency. It is critical to consult a lawyer immediately to ensure you don\u2019t miss these strict deadlines."}},{"@type":"Question","name":"Can I still sue if I was partially at fault for the accident?","acceptedAnswer":{"@type":"Answer","text":"Yes. Mississippi follows a pure comparative negligence rule. You can still recover damages even if you were 99% at fault, though your settlement will be reduced by your percentage of responsibility. For example, if you have $100,000 in damages but are found to be 20% at fault, you can still recover $80,000."}},{"@type":"Question","name":"How do I get a copy of my Jackson Police Department (JPD) accident report?","acceptedAnswer":{"@type":"Answer","text":"If your accident was investigated by the JPD, you typically cannot pick up the report the next day. It usually takes 3 to 5 business days to process. You can request a copy in person at the JPD Records Division (327 E. Pascagoula St) or purchase it online via the Mississippi Department of Public Safety\u2019s crash report portal."}},{"@type":"Question","name":"Should I give a recorded statement to the insurance adjuster?","acceptedAnswer":{"@type":"Answer","text":"No. We strongly advise against giving a recorded statement to the other driver\u2019s insurance company without an attorney present. Adjusters are trained to ask leading questions designed to make you admit fault or downplay your injuries. Tell them to speak to your attorney at Mama Justice, then hang up."}},{"@type":"Question","name":"What damages can I recover in a Mississippi injury claim?","acceptedAnswer":{"@type":"Answer","text":"You are entitled to \"make whole\" compensation, which includes: Economic Damages: Medical bills, lost wages, property damage, and future medical costs. Non-Economic Damages: Pain and suffering, emotional distress, loss of enjoyment of life, and disfigurement. Punitive Damages: In rare cases involving extreme recklessness (like drunk driving), the court may award extra damages to punish the wrongdoer."}},{"@type":"Question","name":"Do I really need a lawyer for a minor car accident?","acceptedAnswer":{"@type":"Answer","text":"Even \"minor\" accidents can cause \"delayed onset\" injuries like whiplash or soft tissue damage that don't appear for days. If you settle quickly without a lawyer, you sign away your right to future compensation. At Mama Justice, our initial consultation is free, so it costs you nothing to have a professional evaluate your case before you make a decision."}},{"@type":"Question","name":"How much does it cost to hire a Jackson personal injury lawyer?","acceptedAnswer":{"@type":"Answer","text":"Nothing up front. Mama Justice works on a contingency fee, which means you pay no attorney fee unless we recover money for you. Your first case review is always free, so there is no financial risk in calling to learn what your claim is worth."}},{"@type":"Question","name":"What if the accident was partly my fault?","acceptedAnswer":{"@type":"Answer","text":"You may still recover. Mississippi follows a pure comparative negligence rule, so your compensation is reduced by your share of fault rather than erased. For example, if your losses are $100,000 and you are found 20 percent at fault, you can still recover $80,000. Do not assume you have no case because you think you were partly to blame. Let us review the facts first."}},{"@type":"Question","name":"Do I have to go to court for my Jackson injury claim?","acceptedAnswer":{"@type":"Answer","text":"Usually not. Most personal injury claims in Jackson settle out of court through negotiation with the insurance company. If the insurer refuses to offer a fair amount, we are fully prepared to file suit in Hinds County Circuit Court and take your case to trial. Having a firm that is ready to litigate often leads to a better settlement."}}]},{"@type":"Attorney","@id":"https:\/\/www.mamajustice.com\/#missy-wigginton","name":"Missy Wigginton","alternateName":"Mama Justice","jobTitle":"Founding Attorney","worksFor":{"@id":"https:\/\/www.mamajustice.com\/jackson\/#legalservice"},"url":"https:\/\/www.mamajustice.com\/our-team\/missy-wigginton\/","sameAs":["https:\/\/www.linkedin.com\/in\/melissa-missy-wigginton-79525488","https:\/\/msbar.reliaguide.com\/lawyer\/38801-3214-MS-Melissa-Wigginton-299647"],"knowsAbout":["personal injury law","Jackson MS injury claims","car accidents","truck accidents","wrongful death","Mississippi injury claims"]},{"@type":"WebPage","@id":"https:\/\/www.mamajustice.com\/jackson\/#webpage","url":"https:\/\/www.mamajustice.com\/jackson\/","name":"Jackson Personal Injury Lawyer | Mama Justice - MW Law Firm","dateModified":"2026-09-14","author":{"@id":"https:\/\/www.mamajustice.com\/#missy-wigginton"},"reviewedBy":{"@id":"https:\/\/www.mamajustice.com\/#missy-wigginton"},"about":{"@id":"https:\/\/www.mamajustice.com\/jackson\/#legalservice"},"hasPart":{"@id":"https:\/\/www.mamajustice.com\/jackson\/#faq"},"speakable":{"@type":"SpeakableSpecification","cssSelector":["#jackson-answer",".faq-accordion-wrap"]}},{"@type":"LegalService","@id":"https:\/\/www.mamajustice.com\/jackson\/#legalservice","name":"Mama Justice - MW Law Firm","url":"https:\/\/www.mamajustice.com\/jackson\/","image":"https:\/\/www.mamajustice.com\/logo.png","telephone":"+1-601-533-9119","priceRange":"Free consultation; contingency fee","address":{"@type":"PostalAddress","streetAddress":"1671 Lelia Dr, Suite B","addressLocality":"Jackson","addressRegion":"MS","postalCode":"39216","addressCountry":"US"},"geo":{"@type":"GeoCoordinates","latitude":32.3327,"longitude":-90.1439},"areaServed":[{"@type":"City","name":"Jackson"},{"@type":"AdministrativeArea","name":"Hinds County, Mississippi"},{"@type":"AdministrativeArea","name":"Rankin County, Mississippi"}],"openingHoursSpecification":{"@type":"OpeningHoursSpecification","dayOfWeek":["Monday","Tuesday","Wednesday","Thursday","Friday","Saturday","Sunday"],"opens":"00:00","closes":"23:59"},"sameAs":["https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/mamajusticelawfirm","https:\/\/www.linkedin.com\/company\/mama-justice","https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/@mamajustice7474","https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/mamajusticelawfirm\/","https:\/\/www.tiktok.com\/@mamajusticelawfirm"]}],{"@context":"https:\/\/schema.org","@type":"BreadcrumbList","@id":"https:\/\/www.mamajustice.com\/jackson\/#BreadcrumbList","itemListElement":[{"@type":"ListItem","position":1,"name":"Jackson","item":"https:\/\/www.mamajustice.com\/jackson\/#breadcrumbitem"}]}]