It’s the holiday season, which means many of us are attending events and gatherings that involve alcohol. This can mean that your chance of getting pulled over on suspicion of DUI is higher. Getting pulled over because you are suspected of driving under the influence...
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Why liability is different for commercial truck accident cases
In a typical personal injury lawsuit involving a traffic accident, one car owner sues another. The injured party claims that the other driver caused their injuries through negligence, and therefore should be held liable for their damages according to Mississippi law....
Can I travel with marijuana?
With our country’s ever evolving views on marijuana, it is understandable that traveling with it has become a popular question. In fact, after the president pardoned simple possession of marijuana, some may have thought marijuana is entirely legal now. However, that...
Do not fall for the multitasking myth while driving
In today’s fast-moving society, it is easy to be overconfident in our ability to do more than one thing at a time. Sometimes multitasking even seems essential, especially if we are in a rush. Still, it is dangerous to assume you can drive while doing something else at...
You have rights if you are arrested
An arrest takes place when a law enforcement officer takes an individual into custody to question them about a crime or offense. In Mississippi, a citizen may also arrest a person if the citizen witnesses a crime or sees a suspect attempting to escape. Arrested...
When more than one party is negligent in a car accident
You may already know that if you are injured by a negligent driver, you can hold the negligent driver liable for your damages. This means, if you are successful, you will be compensated for your medical expenses, lost wages, pain and suffering and other costs you...
What are the potential consequences for drug possession?
It is fairly common knowledge in Mississippi that it is illegal to possess drugs without a valid prescription. If people are caught possessing drugs, they could face serious consequences. These potential consequences depend on a few different factors such as the drug...
What can I do if my car insurance company denies my claim?
Insurance companies make money by not paying out claims. It is just the way insurance works. If they paid out the maximum amount their claimants were owed on each claim, only the most well-funding insurance companies would survive. But, sometimes car insurance...
Can I get a DUI in Mississippi if my BAC is below 0.08%?
It is natural to want to celebrate the end of the summer season, and many people attend celebrations such as barbecues, pool parties or even weddings at this time of year. But if you have consumed alcohol at an end-of-summer bash and then try to drive home, you could...
AAA puts Mississippi teens at the top for summer fatal crashes
Summer driving is always a challenge in Mississippi and across the United States. Because more people take to the road, school is out and it is vacation and activity season, the volume increases the chance of an auto accident. Other factors are important in the rise...