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How to file a personal injury claim in Mississippi

How to file a personal injury claim in Mississippi

If you've been injured due to someone else's negligence in Mississippi, you may be able to file a personal injury claim to seek compensation for your damages. Here are the general steps on how file a personal injury claim in Mississippi: Seek Medical Attention: The first and most important step is to seek medical attention for your injuries. It's important to get proper medical treatment and document your injuries and treatment. Gather Evidence: Collect as much evidence as possible to support your claim, such as witness statements, photographs, medical bills, and police reports. Hire an Attorney: It is highly recommended to hire an...

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Should I Hire an Attorney for a Workers’ Comp Claim?

Should I Hire an Attorney for a Workers’ Comp Claim

A workplace injury can be devastating, leaving you in physical and financial pain as well as your family that depends on you. It is important that you get the treatment needed in order to recover and that you are financially compensated for your injuries. If you or a loved one is injured on the job you may wonder, should I hire an attorney for a workers’ comp claim. Whether or not to hire an attorney for a workers' compensation claim depends on several factors, including the complexity of the case, the severity of the injury, and the level of dispute between...

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How does workers’ comp work in Mississippi?

How does workers’ comp work in Mississippi

If you are ever injured on the job, you may have wondered how does workers’ comp work in Mississippi and what are my rights as an employee. Workers' compensation in Mississippi provides benefits to employees who suffer a work-related injury or illness. Employers in Mississippi are required by law to carry workers' compensation insurance coverage for their employees. The Mississippi Workers' Compensation Commission is responsible for enforcing workers' compensation laws in the state. If an employee is injured on the job, they must report the injury to their employer as soon as possible. The employer must then file a report of...

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18-Wheeler Accident in Mississippi

18-Wheeler Accident in Mississippi

If you've been involved in an 18-wheeler Accident in Mississippi, it can be a scary and overwhelming experience. These types of accidents can result in serious injuries and significant damage to your vehicle. It's important to take the right steps immediately after the accident to protect your legal rights and ensure that you receive fair compensation for your injuries and losses. In this article, we'll discuss what you should do after an accident with an 18-wheeler in Mississippi. Seek Medical Attention The first and most important step is to seek medical attention for your injuries. Even if you feel fine, it's...

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What damages am I entitled to recover in a Personal injury claim in Mississippi

What damages am I entitled to recover in a Personal injury claim

In Mississippi, if you've been injured due to someone else's negligence, you may be wondering what damages am I entitled to recover in a personal injury claim in Mississippi. You are entitled to recover several types of damages in a personal injury claim. The damages you may be able to recover will depend on the specifics of your case, but generally, the damages that may be available include: Medical Expenses: This includes any expenses related to medical treatment you received for your injuries, such as hospital bills, doctor's fees, rehabilitation expenses, and prescription drug costs. Lost Income: If you missed...

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Why you need a Premises Liability Lawyer

Why you need a Premises Liability Lawyer

After a slip and fall injury you may be wondering why you need a premises liability lawyer. While not everyone who is injured calls a premises liability lawyer its important to understand a few things regarding these types of injuries and your rights. What is Premises Liability? When you slip or trip and fall it can be very painful and lead to both physical pain and financial pain, but when that happens on someone else’s property it involves a lot more. When on someone else’s property such as a store, restaurant, or home you can expect that the property will be safe...

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What kind of evidence is used for my SSD claim?

evidence used for my SSD claim

In order to be found disabled by Social Security, you must have a disability that has lasted, or is expected to last, for a period of at least 12 months and causes you not to be able to work at a substantial gainful activity level (which, for 2023, means earning $1,470.00 per month). So, you may be wondering, what kind of evidence is used for my SSD claim?   While Social Security will consider your statements about your physical or mental issues, they will mainly rely on your medical records in order to determine whether you have a disability that keeps you...

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Motorcycle Stats You Should Know

Motorcycle Stats You Should Know

As the weather gets warmer you will see more and more motorcycles on the road. Whether you are the one riding a motorcycle or you happen to drive past one on the road its important to know the dangers that come with them. Here are a few motorcycle stats you should know in order to be a little more cautious next time your on the road. Fatality Rate of Motorcyclists On average, there are over 5,000 motorcyclist fatalities every year, and this number has continued to increase over the years. The average fatality rate is just over 67 percent which is...

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What You Need to Know About Credible Fear When Seeking Asylum

Now, more than ever, it is important to stay up to date and in the know about the changes and processes that are involved for the purpose of establishing credible fear when seeking asylum in the United States. The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) has implemented a new rule that gives asylum seekers less time to amend, correct, and seek redetermination of their negative credible fear results when an Immigration Judge affirms the denial of their credible fear. DHS has explained that with this new rule, individuals who are found to be ineligible for asylum “will be promptly removed rather than...

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Why do lawyers use legalese?

Why do lawyers use legalese

First, let’s define legalese.  Dictionary.com defines legalese as the formal and technical language used in legal documents that is often hard to understand.  You have to be kidding me.  Why would lawyers write anything that is hard to understand?  Shouldn’t they be writing with a style that the reader can easily understand?  Is that not more persuasive?  More credible?  More relatable? It makes many of us wonder, why do lawyers use legalese? I dug around to find out.  No fancy research was used here; just plain Google.com.  I found some interesting theories.  Some old terms have been battle tested in court...

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