When parents divorce or separate, a formal custody order needs to be entered to determine which parents have legal custody and which parents have physical custody. Legal custody determines which parent(s) can make decisions about a child’s health, education, and welfare, including where the child attends school and which doctors the child sees when he [...]
While some car accidents cause injuries like broken bones and cuts and bruises that heal with time, many Southaven car accidents can cause catastrophic injuries, such as spinal cord damage and traumatic amputations that never fully heal. One very common type of catastrophic injury is a traumatic brain injury (TBI). TBIs are often life-changing injuries [...]
Convictions for criminal offenses often mean spending time in prison. Other consequences include fines, court costs, and damage to your reputation. A criminal conviction can make it hard to fine work, cost you a professional license and your right to carry a gun, and may bar you from applying for certain government programs. Representation of [...]
When you’re injured in an accident or incident that was not your fault, filing a personal injury claim is your legal right for securing compensation for your injuries and losses. Often, an injury requires medical attention and time off of work to heal. This means loss of paycheck, and depending on the severity of your [...]
Seatbelts help save lives and reduce the risk of serious injury. While they may seem like an inconvenience, when accidents happen, seatbelts help prevent the occupants of the car from flying into other parts of the car such as the windshield. Seatbelts help keep passengers in the car instead of being ejected onto the hard [...]
There are many reasons a child may need to spend time with a psychologist who is experienced in working with children. Divorce is one common reason. A child psychologist may be called in to evaluate the child’s relationship with his/her parents to help the parents and/or a judge determine the terms of a custody dispute. [...]
There is nothing worse than the death of a beloved parent, spouse, or child; but it is even more tragic when the cause of their death could have been easily avoidable. While no amount of money can ever replace the loss of a loved one; according to Mississippi law, anyone responsible for your loved one’s [...]
A recent CBS segment reported that a Mississippi man spent nearly half his life in jail for the murder of four people. Thanks to work from an investigative podcast and investigative reporters, the man was permanently released. He can breathe easy knowing that his convictions have been overturned and that he doesn’t have to live [...]
If you’ve spent a good part of your adult life developing a business, you want to be able to keep the business after a divorce. Whether it’s a professional business, a commercial business, or a nonprofit; a business is more than just a valuable asset. A restaurant, retail business, accounting firm, or other business provides [...]
Many states have enacted recreational marijuana laws and medical marijuana laws. The federal government passed the Hemp Bill which makes the use of hemp-based CBD products legal at the federal level. Mississippi has not always followed the federal trends, however, so what is legal in one state may not be legal here. Recreational marijuana in [...]
Any car crash in the state of Mississippi that results in a personal injury, death, or property damage in excess of $500 must be reported to the local police department. The time limit for filing a lawsuit for a Mississippi vehicle accident is called the statute of limitations. According to Mississippi Code Section 15-1-49, an [...]
DUI charges are not always standalone, singular charges. A DUI charge can coincide with other serious charges related to the circumstances of the event in question. A DUI charge in Mississippi may be defined as an aggravated DUI offense based on the egregious nature of the act and whether harm was caused due to the [...]
Yes, you can. People suffer various types of injuries while on the property of someone else or the property of a business all the time. Any person who enters a property owned by someone else should have a reasonable expectation of safety while on the premises. However, negligence on the part of a property owner [...]
Child custody determinations stemming from divorce cases in Mississippi are ultimately decided by the presiding judge in the case. The judge will seek to protect the best interests of the child. Under Mississippi law, the best interests of the child are presumed to include having the child maintain sufficient contact with each parent that facilitates [...]
Anyone who watches television has seen news clips of companies that issued recalls on products. It could have been for bacteria- tainted lettuce, or maybe a defective medication that increased health risks. When a product is recalled, it is typically because someone has already become injured and has notified the company. Once a company is [...]
When a crime has been committed and your name has come up either as a witness or as a suspect, there are different varieties of questioning by law enforcement that may occur based on the circumstances. You have constitutional rights under either scenario, regardless of what you are led to believe. You also have options [...]
Riding a motorcycle is enjoyed by many as a thrilling way to travel the open road. But this means of transportation also provides fewer protections than other methods of transport. Understanding the types of injury claims that occur in motorcycle accidents can help you better understand the dangers facing motorcyclists and the need to remain [...]
Special issues and circumstances related to child custody can arise at times after the custody arrangement has been put into effect after a divorce. When custody is initially agreed to and established, it is for the most part determined according to the children’s best interests. However, life circumstances for the mother, father, and children sometimes [...]
Memphis attracts 11 million people yearly, according to Memphis Travel. The top reasons they visit Memphis are the great culture and history – especially the music. The music begins with Elvis, but there’s also jazz, country, and the blues. Top destinations include Graceland, Beale Street, Sun Studio, the National Civil Rights Museum, and the Memphis [...]
A report in GW Commonwealth disclosed that Mississippi will begin a unique program: allowing people with felony drug convictions to apply for food assistance from the federal government. The report cites more information from the Clarion Ledger which stated that the policy will start July 1, 2019. The program is expected to help about 67,000 [...]
A bill before the Mississippi Senate would authorize a 13th ground for divorce based on “Willful and continued separation without cohabitation, with the intent not to return or resume or otherwise continue the marital relationship, for not less than three (3) years. Either party may have a divorce based on this cause.” Essentially, this ground [...]
The Sun Herald reported in February 2019, that a bill proposed by State Senator Josh Harkins was approved by a vote of 32-17. A similar bill is now for the Mississippi House of Representatives. The bill proposes two changes to current premises liability laws that attorneys and public safety advocates claim would hurt tenants, customers, [...]
There are a broad range of assault crimes in Mississippi. The penalties for a conviction include the possibility of significant jail time, heavy fines, court costs, and other consequences. Convictions mean a loss of freedom. Having a criminal conviction on your record can make it hard to get a job. The length of the sentence [...]
Pain and suffering is a crucial part of your accident claim, along with your medical bills and your economic losses. Pain and suffering can’t be easily calculated, because there is no set amount for emotional trauma, or chronic pain, or the loss of a limb. That is why it is categorized as a “non-economic” damage. [...]
We’re all aware that wearing a seat belt can help save our lives in the event of a car accident. It can also help ensure you’re fully compensated for your damages if the other party was at fault. However, even if you didn’t have your seat belt on during your accident, you have not necessarily [...]
