“Dicamba Drift” and Monsanto’s Legacy as the Company Store
In Merle Travis’ lament “16 Tons,” an unnamed coal miner asks St. Peter to spare him another day, because he “owes his soul to the company store.” Company stores may have faded away, but that hasn’t stopped mega-businesses and corporations from finding creative ways to keep their employees and customers beholden to them. And no…
Read MoreTips for Driving in Heavy Traffic
As the weather begins to get warmer, traffic congestion is expected to increase. Warm weather attracts tourists who want to explore the sights and sounds of the Gulf Coast. When it warms up, people just want to get out of the house. Heavy traffic can also occur for other reasons, such as rush hour traffic,…
Read MoreHurt While Undergoing an “Alternative” Treatment? You Can Still Sue for Medical Malpractice
There’s been a lot of talk lately of “alternative” medicine and healing: using essential oils or changing your diet, rather than seeking more modern forms of medical treatment to heal what ails you. Some of it is snake oil, but there’s a lot to be said for processes like acupressure, or seeking treatment to help…
Read MoreNew Inventions Aimed at Helping Doctors and Patients
Time Magazine recently reported on some new technology that is aimed at helping reduce medical errors and help patients get healthy. Some of the new medical software and hardware include the following: An operating room black box. A Canadian surgeon has developed an OR Black Box, which uses video, audio, the patient’s vital signs, and…
Read MoreWhy You Shouldn’t Lower or Waive Your UM/UIM Insurance
Many drivers throughout Mississippi make the mistake of trying to cut their premiums to the bare minimum requirements. In Mississippi, car owners are required to carry liability insurance that compensates victims of negligent drivers for the pain and suffering, medical bills, and lost wages. According to the Mississippi Insurance Department, the minimum insurance requirements for…
Read MoreMississippi Workers’ Compensation Coverage for Loss of Limbs and Amputations
One of the most serious catastrophic injuries a worker can suffer is the loss of an arm, leg, hand, foot, finger, toe, or a combination of any of these body parts. Many workers who suffer a loss of a body part require surgery to limit the damage, reduce the risk of infections, and to maximize…
Read MoreWhat Parents Need to Know if Their Children Are Injured in a Car Crash
Auto accidents to children happen for many reasons. The child may be a passenger in the front seat or the back seat of a car. The child may also be struck by a car while the child is playing in the street or when the child crosses a street. There are different liability issues involving…
Read MoreFailure to Diagnose and Treat Cancer
Conditions and illnesses that are not diagnosed in a timely manner are one of the leading causes of medical malpractice. If a person doesn’t receive a proper diagnosis in time, they could die from a preventable illness. Alternatively, delays in treatment could mean a patient may not make a complete recovery. Whenever there is a…
Read MoreLoss of Consortium in Injury Cases
In personal injury cases, the focus is mostly on the person who was injured – but not entirely. The spouse of a victim of a car accident, medical malpractice, a fall, or any other accident also suffers because the accident victim is unable to completely fill their marital role. If a spouse dies, the surviving…
Read MoreWho Is Responsible for Truck Cargo Spills?
Cargo spills are a danger to not only the truck driver, but to all vehicles and pedestrians near the truck when the spill occurs. Whether it’s lumber, boxed inventory, liquids, or any type of product – when there’s a spill, drivers near the truck may be struck by the cargo. Drivers who try to veer…
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