You’re walking in the crosswalk when an accident occurs that leaves you injured. Instead of stopping to see if you are hurt, the driver speeds away, leaving you there to deal with the police and paramedics all alone. Mississippi has the highest number of uninsured...
In Mississippi, assault charges fall into two categories—simple assault and aggravated assault. The specific offense a prosecutor chooses to charge defendants with depends on the circumstances of the incident. Those facing assault allegations need to understand how a...
Most land and property owners are unfamiliar with the term adverse possession in real estate law. In simple language, it is a legal doctrine that could allow another to gain rights to or ownership of your property. It sounds like a story from the old west. A squatter...
Despite the dangers associated with drunk driving, thousands of motorists still make the decision to get behind the wheels while intoxicated. If you or someone you love is hurt in a DUI-related accident, you should consider pursuing a personal injury lawsuit against...
You may have seen reality shows about “flipping” houses and late-night TV ads featuring people offering to buy your home for cash. There are even house flipper video games. You may not have given it much thought until you needed to relocate and sell your home fairly...
Mississippi summers bring free time and heat – two things that often aren’t conducive to good decision-making. This can lead to a charge of “malicious mischief.” That’s the term under Mississippi law. It’s often known as vandalism. Mississippi law states that a person...