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Missy Wigginton

Hello friends and family, I am Missy Wigginton, also known as Mama Justice. When meeting me, some people ask me how I got my name. The answer: I h...

Biloxi Personal Injury Lawyer

If you have been injured because of someone else’s negligence, you deserve to be compensated for your losses. Contact MW Law Firm – Mama Justice today for a free case evaluation. We want to help.

Personal injury is a legal term describing an injury sustained by the negligence of someone else. There is recourse available in civil court to recoup the damages the injured person sustains. These types of injuries can happen in a number of different settings. Some examples of accidents that might result in personal injury include:

Car crashes
Truck accidents
Falls (such as on faulty stairs or a slippery floor)
Dog bites
Accidents in the workplace

Mississippi personal injury law makes it possible for you to recover compensation for your medical expenses, lost wages, and a lot more. For example, if you get hit by a negligent driver and become injured, you will immediately begin to accrue medical bills. You may then pile up more expenses as you are unable to work while you recover from your injuries. There may also be more costs associated with ongoing medical care, such as surgeries, physical therapy, or mental health treatment if the accident was particularly traumatic.

Needless to say, all of this adds up very quickly and could make you feel like financial ruin is looming around the corner. Don’t let this stress overwhelm you. Help is available. You have the right to get compensated for all of these expenses as well as the pain and suffering you have endured.

If someone else’s actions led to your injuries or you feel that another person was liable for your accident, a Biloxi personal injury lawyer can review your case and help you figure out what your next step should be.

You Could Be Entitled to Financial Compensation for Your Damages

When one person is injured due to the negligence of another, Mississippi law makes it possible for the victim to hold the responsible person or entity liable so long as they are able to prove negligence.

Being negligent includes behavior that could be considered:

Deliberate
Reckless
Careless

Depending on the events that led to your accident, it might be possible to build a case to prove that negligence occurred, show who is liable, and collect monetary compensation for your personal injury claim through:

An insurance claim brought against the negligent party
A personal injury suit filed with a Biloxi civil court

Both of these allow the victim to recover compensation based on the injuries and other damages they sustained due to their accident.

Common damages often include:

Medical bills
Anticipated medical treatments
Continuing support and medical care
Lost income and other earnings
Property damage
Other expenses associated with your accident
Pain and suffering
Other forms of emotional distress

With more than forty years of experience handling personal injury claims, our Biloxi personal injury attorneys understand how to accurately value your case and fight for full and fair financial recovery. In many cases, recovering damages is the best way to ensure that justice is served. This is why we think it is crucial to recover all documented and identified costs.

Types of evidence we frequently use to verify our clients’ damages are:

Medical expenses
Medical records
Paycheck stubs or income statements from their job
Vehicle repair bills
Other associated receipts
Statements from friends, co-workers, and family
Testimony provided by expert witnesses such as economists, and physicians

Speak with a Biloxi personal injury lawyer from MW Law Firm – Mama Justice today to learn more about how to protect your rights.

We Handle Biloxi Wrongful Death Cases

Occasionally, an accident causes more than just an injury. A wrongful death claim may be brought in the case of a fatal accident if there is negligence proven. Sometimes, the person passes away instantly, a few hours later, or sometimes, even weeks after the accident. The law in Mississippi permits specific surviving family members to bring a wrongful death suit in order to get some justice for the victim and to help the family recoup the financial loss they experienced.

According to Mississippi wrongful death laws, the surviving spouse, parent, child, or sibling of the deceased, or a personal representative acknowledged by the courts, is eligible to file a lawsuit to hold the at-fault person liable. With a jury award or negotiated settlement, surviving relatives could collect compensation for:

The decedent’s medical bills
Lost wages that would have been earned by the deceased
Loss of services previously provided by the deceased
Intangible damages incurred by surviving relatives

Call a Biloxi personal injury lawyer from MW Law Firm – Mama Justice today to find out if you are entitled to damages in a personal injury lawsuit following the preventable death of a loved one.

MW Law Firm – Mama Justice Represents Biloxi, MS Personal Injury Victims

Our injury law firm offers a free consultation to all potential clients. During this consultation, we will discuss the details of your case and determine if we think you have a good chance of winning a settlement.

Additionally, we are willing to come to you for the consultation if necessary. We routinely meet with prospective clients who are recovering at home, at a rehab facility, or who are in the hospital and unable to get out. We understand how important it is to get started on your personal injury case as soon as possible. We want to make this process as easy for you as possible, so you can focus on healing.

We Have Been Winning Cases for Our Clients for More Than Four Decades

For decades, our personal injury law firm has fought for the rights of those injured in accidents caused by negligence. We have successfully recovered millions in financial compensation on behalf of our clients. Even though every case is unique, we have gained critical insight and experience by working with many injured clients over the years.

Once a client signs with our law firm, they can expect us to:

Defend their rights
Communicate with all involved parties on their behalf
Thoroughly investigate their accident
Build a compelling claim or a convincing court case
Take any legal action necessary to hold the liable party accountable
Seek maximum compensation based on their damages

To find out if you have a valid personal injury case and how much compensation you may be owed, call our Biloxi personal injury attorneys as soon as possible to schedule your free initial consultation.

What is a Personal Injury Accident and How Do I Prove It?

The single defining factor in personal injury cases is negligence. Personal injury claims can only be valid when one party acted negligently and caused harm to another. Usually, this involves economic, physical, or psychological damage. There are a wide range of ways in which negligence can cause injuries. The Biloxi personal injury attorneys at MW Law Firm – Mama Justice are ready to help clients who were injured in cases involving:

Motor Vehicle Accidents

Truck accidents
Car accidents
Motorcycle accidents and moped accidents
DWI and DUI accidents
Bike accidents
Pedestrian accidents
Boat accidents

Premises Liability Accidents

Trip-and-fall accidents
Slip-and-fall accidents
Swimming pool accidents
Other injuries associated with premises liability or a negligent property owner

Jobsite Injuries

Workers’ Compensation

The Four Elements of Establishing Liability

In order to prove your Biloxi personal injury case and bring the at-fault party to account, you are going to need strong evidence that proves that the four basic elements of negligence were present when the accident occurred. Our personal injury lawyers construct these kinds of cases every single day and know how to effectively prove each individual element.

In personal injury claims, the four basic elements to prove liability are:

The at-fault party owed you a duty of care
The at-fault party violated this duty
Their violation led to the accident and your injuries
The accident caused you to incur compensable damages, such as physical, financial, and psychological harm

This can have a major impact on whether your personal injury case is successful, so it is to your benefit to hire a personal injury lawyer rather than attempting to build a claim on your own. Their knowledge and experience will also extend to calculating the overall value of your claim and making sure you receive a settlement offer for maximum compensation.

In order to build the strongest personal injury case possible for our clients, we collect all relevant evidence including:

Any accident reports filed by law enforcement or other emergency responders
Pertinent medical records
Interviews with eyewitnesses
Pictures and videos if available
Physical evidence
Expense records and receipts
Expert witness testimony

For instance, let’s say you were injured in a car accident when another driver ran a red light. According to Mississippi personal injury law, all drivers owe others a duty of care. This means you must obey all traffic laws in order to avoid collisions and keep those around you safe. This duty of care also involves coming to a complete stop when a sign or signal tells you to.

When a driver runs a traffic light, they are violating the duty of care they owe to others with whom they share the road. This kind of behavior can easily lead to an intersection car accident that causes serious injuries and emotional distress to everyone involved. With evidence such as a police crash report, eyewitness statements, and the testimony of an accident reconstruction expert, an experienced personal injury attorney should be able to prove what happened and who was to blame.

Are There Any Laws That Can Impact My Personal Injury Claim?

There are a few laws that can affect your pursuit of compensation after a serious accident. If our experienced attorneys represent you, we will deal with all the aspects of your case, including any potential consequences of these laws. If, however, you are considering navigating a personal injury lawsuit on your own, you need to make sure that you understand them since they will have a significant effect on how you proceed with your case, and how much, if any, financial compensation you are entitled to.

Shared Fault in Personal Injury Matters

Sometimes, the injured person was partially at fault for what happened. This is known as contributory negligence. Insurance laws in Mississippi allow you to continue your lawsuit or insurance claim even if you contributed to your own damages. Keep in mind that the overall value of your recovery will be decreased by your percentage of fault.

This happens when you and another party both acted negligently. Let’s go back to the previous example of a driver running a red light and hitting your car. What if you were speeding when that crash occurred? If they have sufficient proof, opposing counsel will present evidence in support of this argument and, if the court agrees, you will be assigned a portion of the liability for your accident. In this case, let’s say 20%.

If your case is worth $20,000, you will receive $16,000 in damages. This is because the defendant is not held liable for 20% of your total damages. When our law firm handles a case that involves allegations of contributory negligence, your personal injury lawyer will work hard to dispute the accusations or lower the percentage of liability assigned to our client.

The Statute of Limitations for Personal Injury Lawsuits

Like all states, Mississippi has imposed a deadline for filing a suit against the liable parties in a personal injury case. The majority of injury accident claims settle without ever going to trial, but in order to recover a fair settlement, it is sometimes necessary.

This is another area in which qualified legal representation can really make a difference. It is imperative that our clients’ right to sue is protected. This means that we need to file all claims and take any other essential actions to begin a case before the statute of limitations lapses. As outlined in the Mississippi Rules of Civil Procedure, the statute is typically three years from the cause of action. There are sometimes exceptions to this that can make the deadline shorter, so be sure to retain legal representation as soon as possible after you are injured.

Can I Afford Legal Representation?

At MW Law Firm – Mama Justice, we work on a contingency fee schedule rather than charging an hourly rate. We will never ask you for legal fees, a retainer, or any other form of upfront payment. Our attorney’s fees are a previously agreed-upon percentage of your final compensation award. This payment structure means that everyone can afford our legal services and that accident victims do not have to go bankrupt due to someone else’s negligence. You don’t pay anything unless we win your case, and even then you only pay out of the final settlement proceedings, not out of your pocket.

Speak With a Personal Injury Attorney from MW Law – Mama Justice

Give us a call to schedule a free evaluation of your personal injury case. A Mississippi personal injury attorney will be happy to speak with you and help you fully understand your rights and legal options. Call (888) 242-4603 or fill out the contact form on our website.

About Our Firm

Hello friends and family, I am Missy Wigginton, also known as Mama Justice. When meeting me, some people ask me how I got my name. The answer: I have 2 sons. When they were little, we always had a yard full of kids. All my boys’ friends called me Mama Missy because I made sure they were all fed and had plenty of cool drinks on those hot, southern, summer days. Being a mama is one of the most rewarding and best jobs that God has ever blessed me with.

I am also thankful that God put me in a position where He can use me to help others in very difficult times. I, too, have been in difficult times, the worst of which being when my 25-year-old son left this earth for his heavenly home. Through the trials and tribulations of my loss, God remained faithful. Losing my son taught me that all things that happen in life can be used for good. My job allows me to be Mama Missy not only to my beloved children and grandchildren but to everyone who needs justice. Hence the name, Mama Justice. Although I am familiar with many areas of law, I focus my practice on personal injury cases. I represent injured people in all types of wrecks, accidents and work-related issues. For many folks, a car crash or work-related accident has the potential to turn their lives upside down, leaving them unsure of which direction to turn. When this happens to you, my goal is to help you through your most difficult times and make sure that you are properly represented when dealing with insurance companies. I will take on the headache of dealing with insurance companies so you can focus on getting better. I will personally work your case and ensure that every client stays informed and is treated as a friend and family member here at Mama Justice. Our business model is just that—to treat all clients like family! If you have had a wreck or been in an accident, then you have come to the right place—we are here to help you. Call us at (833) 626-2587 today for a free consultation!

If you were injured or lost a loved one as a result of someone else’s negligence,contact our Mississippi personal injury lawyers or call us at (833) 626-2587 for a free and confidential consultation.

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Serving Mississippi and Tennessee

Few things are as upsetting as being injured due to the careless or reckless actions of another person or company. Here at Mama Justice – MW Law Firm, we are committed to helping everyday people throughout Mississippi and Tennessee get through some of the most difficult times in their lives. Our lawyers are licensed in Mississippi, Tennessee, and Alabama, with active cases in all three states. Led by founding attorney, Missy Wigginton, AKA Mama Justice, our legal team brings decades of experience in personal injury and wrongful death law to our practice. Here at the firm, we have a lot of empathy for you and your situation; that’s why we listen to your story and work tirelessly to obtain the best possible results for your case.

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The Most Common Types of Personal Injury Claims Mama Justice Handles

Our team at Mama Justice has handled a wide variety of different personal injury claims in our decades of personal injury law experience. We work tirelessly to obtain the best possible results for our clients. We treat them like family.

We understand that being a lawyer involves much more than just knowing and understanding the law. It takes compassion and the ability to be aggressive when necessary. Led by our founding attorney, Missy Wigginton, AKA Mama Justice, our legal team brings decades of personal injury law experience to the table.

The most common types of personal injury claims filed in Mississippi, Tennessee, and Alabama each year are those related to:

If you have been injured in a personal injury accident in Jackson, Tupelo, Corinth, Columbus, Starkville, Greenville, Hattiesburg, Southaven, or one of the surrounding areas, Mama Justice can help you get the compensation you are entitled to for your injuries and losses. We also handle claims in Tennessee and Alabama so call us today to talk about your accident and see if you can pursue compensation.

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