When Being 1% At Fault Means Getting Nothing: Alabama’s Harsh Reality Imagine driving through downtown Decatur when another driver runs a red light and crashes into you. You suffer serious injuries, mounting medical bills, and vehicle damage. During investigation, it’s determined you were going 2 mph over the speed limit. In most states, you’d still…
When Every Day Counts After Your Auto Accident Three years might sound like plenty of time, but if you’ve been injured in a car accident in Mississippi, that countdown starts immediately. Each state has a statute of limitations that establishes a time limit for filing a lawsuit, and missing this deadline generally eliminates your right…
How Federal Funding Protects You from Dangerous Commercial Vehicles Thousands of commercial trucks travel Mississippi’s highways daily, and when safety standards fail, innocent drivers suffer devastating consequences. The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) channels millions in grant funding to Mississippi to prevent truck accidents before they happen. The Motor Carrier Safety Assistance Program (MCSAP)…
The aftermath of a car accident can be a whirlwind of emotions and physical sensations. One moment, you’re driving along, and the next, you’re thrust into a shock that can linger far longer than expected. The shock you experience in a car accident may be physical or psychological, or both. Moreover, you may experience symptoms…
Pursuing personal injury claims in Hinds County requires an understanding of the local courts, procedural rules, and practical factors that may influence the outcome. Knowing what to expect makes a stressful process a little easier for injured victims. With that in mind, the team at Mama Justice offers an overview of how injury cases are…
In recent years, the State of MS has had the unwelcome distinction of landing in the top three states for car crash fatality rates, according to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). Many of the state’s most serious crashes occur in Jackson, where dangerous intersections, heavy traffic, and poor driver behavior often contribute to…
Accident claims in Jackson present distinct challenges that often differ from other areas of MS, including complex traffic patterns, frequent commercial and government vehicle involvement, local court rules and procedures, and aggressive insurance tactics. The experienced personal injury attorneys at Mama Justice have an in-depth knowledge of Jackson’s legal landscape, court practices, and common accident…
When Exhausted Truck Drivers Cause Devastating Crashes in Tupelo Based on 2023 data, approximately every 3 minutes someone in America is injured or killed in a crash involving a large commercial truck, with 5,472 deaths and 153,452 injuries recorded that year. Behind many devastating collisions: truck drivers pushed beyond their limits by companies prioritizing profits…
The Clock Is Ticking: Your Limited Window for Car Accident Justice If you’ve been injured in a car accident in Memphis, you have exactly 365 days to take legal action—not a day more. This harsh reality catches many accident victims off guard, especially when they’re focused on healing from injuries and dealing with insurance companies….