The stillness of a balmy summer evening in Meridian’s Highland Park was cut by the sounds of gunfire. Police arrived at the scene to find a woman and five-year-old child with gunshot wounds. The woman was struck in the head while the child was struck in the hand. Both...
A driver can have his or her license suspended for failing to follow road rules, for DUI convictions, for reckless driving and other traffic violations. Suspensions Driving under the influence (DUI) violations can result in a driver's license suspension for 90 days....
Purchasing property is a momentous occasion. However, the celebratory mood can quickly sour if someone else claims title to the property. Images of legal bills and court battles may inundate your mind. However, before you start panicking, many title disputes are...
When an accident involves a small and a large vehicle, the consequences are often more worrisome for the occupants of the smaller vehicle. Once such incident recently played out near Meridian when a pickup truck collided head-on with a log truck at the intersection of...
In Mississippi and across the United States, pickup trucks are rising in popularity. This is for business purposes and because people like the aesthetic of these vehicles. Advancements are meant to improve efficiency and safety. However, there are risks to people who...
In Meridian and across Mississippi, people who are arrested for a legal violation can obviously face criminal charges and the problems that accompany it. For many, this can also have professional ramifications. If the person is a in a prominent position in the...
In Mississippi and across the nation, there is an ongoing real estate boom. People are taking advantage of the so-called “hot” market in both a residential and commercial context. For those who are in business with commercial real estate, there are many properties in...
Being accused of an assault is a serious situation. Like other states, Mississippi is tough on violent crimes, resulting in serious penalties if a conviction results. Thus, those facing allegations of a violent crime should take steps to fully understand the charges,...
Renting a home or apartment is fairly common in Mississippi and elsewhere. While this means that one does not own his or her dwelling, it does alleviate some burdens on an individual such as upkeep and repairs. Nonetheless, as a tenant, an individual may face issues...
Owning and operating a personal vehicle is common in Mississippi and other states across the nation. When it comes to purchasing a vehicle, individuals often consider safety features and what will reduce the chances of accidents and injuries. However, even the safest...
1100 23rd Avenue
P.O. Box 845
Meridian, MS 39301
Toll Free: 800-549-1579
Phone: 601-207-0333
Fax: 601-693-4840
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Witherspoon & Compton, LLC is the oldest, continuously operated law firm in Meridian and East Central Mississippi, having been established in 1956. The firm continues to provide quality legal services in the areas of general practice as well as litigation in both state and federal courts…
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