Posts by Charles M. Merkel, III
Injured in a Hit-and-Run Accident? Here Are Your Legal Options
Being injured in a car accident is bad enough without dealing with the hit-and-run aspect. Yet, it happens often. In 2022, 859,421 estimated hit-and-run accidents were reported in the US. These cases can be more complicated because identifying the responsible driver may affect insurance coverage and liability. So, what are the options for victims injured…
Read MoreHow Do You Prove Negligence in a Slip and Fall Accident?
Every year, there are millions of slip and fall accidents in the US. Some of these are due to workplace conditions, others are on public or private properties. When someone suffers a slip and fall accident, they may be entitled to compensation if it was due to negligence. But how do you prove negligence in…
Read MoreVacation During Workers’ Comp Leave: Your Mississippi Rights Explained
You’re home recovering from a workplace injury. Workers’ comp is covering your medical bills and partial wages. But your family’s beach vacation is coming up—the one you booked months ago. Can you go? Will it affect your benefits? Should you cancel and lose your deposits? At Merkel & Cocke, P.A., we’ve guided injured Mississippi workers…
Read MoreRobert A. Carson III Named to Mississippi Business Journal’s “Top 40 Under 40”
The team at Merkel & Cocke is thrilled to announce that Robert A. Carson III has been named to the Mississippi Business Journal’s “Top 40 Under 40.” The publication honored 40 leaders across the state who are under 40 years old at a luncheon in Jackson on June 25. Mississippi Lt. Governor Delbert Hosemann provided…
Read MoreCan Tesla’s Self-Driving System Cause Accidents?
You’re driving, or maybe you’re not. The car is driving for you, guided by a web of sensors, algorithms, and software that promises to make roads safer and commutes easier. That’s the idea, anyway. But what happens when your self-driving Tesla doesn’t see a stop sign, swerves unexpectedly, or crashes? The truth is, “self-driving” isn’t…
Read MoreThe Role of Expert Witnesses in Medical Malpractice Cases
Expert witnesses are crucial in medical malpractice cases, offering specialized knowledge and insight that can significantly influence the outcome of your case. Their testimony helps clarify complex medical issues, establish facts, and provide an unbiased opinion, making it easier for the judge and jury to understand the nuances of the case. What is an expert…
Read MoreLong-Term Complications of Severe Burn Injuries
Severe burn injuries usually go through all three layers of the skin and cause long-term complications. While some individuals undergo surgery, take medications, or obtain skin grafts to help them cope, adapt, or overcome their burn injuries, others may continue to experience complications that impact their daily routine and lives going forward. It is crucial…
Read MoreFiling a Claim Against a Radiologist for Radiology Negligence
One of the critical departments in any hospital or doctor’s office is the radiology department, where radiologists perform essential medical imaging and diagnostic tests as requested by physicians. However, even a minor error by a radiologist or negligence during a radiological procedure can lead to severe consequences. What types of medical imaging or diagnostic tests…
Read MoreRunning Lights and Tinted Visors: Safety Tips for Motorcycle Operators
As a motorcycle rider, it is important to stay informed and up to date on how to keep yourself safe while sharing the road. There are many different products you can purchase and steps you can take to help avoid the risk of serious injury caused by a negligent or reckless driver. Two important things…
Read MoreCan You Legally Pass a Truck on the Right?
It’s good to be cautious about how to drive around a tractor-trailer. They’re far larger than any other vehicles on the road, and weigh a significant amount more. When you’re on the highway, and a slow truck is in the left lane, and you need to pass, is it okay to pass on the right?…
Read More