Misdiagnosed Cancer: When a Delay in Diagnosis Becomes Malpractice
You go to the doctor with a nagging pain or a persistent cough. Maybe you’ve been tired, losing weight without trying, or just feel like something’s not right. Your doctor runs some tests, says it’s probably nothing, and sends you home. But weeks or months later, you find out you have cancer. And it’s progressed.…
Read MoreSuing a Delivery Company After a Truck Accident: What You Need to Know
It starts like any other day. Maybe you’re driving to work, waiting at a red light, or walking across a parking lot with your morning coffee. Then, out of nowhere, a delivery truck barrels around the corner and suddenly your whole life shifts. The rise of two-day shipping and next-day drop-offs means there are more…
Read MoreWhat’s the Difference Between a Concussion and a Traumatic Brain Injury?
Maybe you fell off a ladder at work. Maybe you got rear-ended on a back road outside Tupelo. Or maybe your child took a hard hit on the football field. However it happened, you’re now hearing two terms from doctors that seem to overlap: concussion and traumatic brain injury. Are they the same thing? Should…
Read MoreCan You Legally Lane Split in Mississippi?
You’ve probably seen it before. You’re stuck in traffic and suddenly a motorcycle zips between the lanes. You wonder: Can they do that? And maybe, if you ride yourself, you’ve wondered if you can. This maneuver is called lane splitting, and it’s one of the most hotly debated topics in motorcycle safety and law. Depending…
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 MoreSymptoms of Brain Bleed After a Car Accident
Car accidents can change your life in an instant. Some injuries are obvious right away–broken bones, cuts, bruises. But others, like a brain bleed, can be far more dangerous because the symptoms don’t always show up immediately. Many people walk away from a crash feeling “okay,” only to end up in the hospital hours or…
Read MoreIs a Motorcycle Helmet Still Safe to Use After an Accident?
Riding a motorcycle comes with risks. We all know helmets are your first line of defense in an accident. But what happens if you’ve been in one? Is your helmet still good? Can it keep you safe after an impact? As motorcycle accident lawyers, we get asked this all the time. And the short answer?…
Read MoreDegrees of Motorcycle Road Rash Injuries
Motorcycle accidents happen quickly — sometimes too quickly to avoid. The road rash injuries from these crashes can range from minor scratches to life-threatening abrasions. Whether you’re dealing with a minor injury or something more severe, it’s important to understand what’s at stake. If you’ve been injured in a motorcycle accident, you should know that…
Read MoreWhat Can I Get Paid for a Car Accident That Was Not My Fault?
Car accidents happen when we least expect them. Even worse, they can happen when you’re doing everything right. What if you were minding your own business, following traffic laws, and suddenly in a wreck caused by someone else’s negligence? It’s frustrating, stressful and often leaves you wondering: What now? How can you get compensated for…
Read MoreThe Dos and Don’ts of Passing Another Vehicle
There are traffic rules that regulate how drivers should safely pass other vehicles on the road. Even beyond the law, there are common-sense considerations for when you’re passing another vehicle and when someone is passing you. All it takes is a momentary lapse in judgment or a brief distraction to turn this common driving maneuver…
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