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Past results do not guarantee future outcomes \u2014 a free case review is the best way to understand your claim."}},{"@type":"Question","name":"What should I do after a truck accident in Tupelo?","acceptedAnswer":{"@type":"Answer","text":"Call 911 and get medical attention, photograph the scene and vehicles, collect the driver's and trucking company's information, avoid giving a recorded statement to the insurer, and contact a lawyer before accepting any settlement."}},{"@type":"Question","name":"What if I was partly at fault for the crash?","acceptedAnswer":{"@type":"Answer","text":"Mississippi follows pure comparative negligence, so you can still recover even if you were partly at fault \u2014 your compensation is reduced by your percentage of fault rather than barred entirely."}},{"@type":"Question","name":"How much does a Tupelo truck accident lawyer cost?","acceptedAnswer":{"@type":"Answer","text":"Mama Justice works on a contingency fee \u2014 there's no fee unless we recover compensation for you, and the initial consultation is free."}},{"@type":"Question","name":"How long does a truck accident case take?","acceptedAnswer":{"@type":"Answer","text":"Simple claims can resolve in a few months; cases with serious injuries or disputed liability can take a year or more. 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