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What happened with cars accelerating by themselves?
One of your greatest fears in the car is likely losing control of that car. This could happen, for instance, if the car begins accelerating on its own and there is nothing you can do to stop it. These types of incidents made a lot of headlines back in 2014 and before,...
Methanol presence leads to mass sanitizer recalls
If you are someone who uses a lot of hand sanitizer, it is important that you know where it comes from and that the contents are safe for human use. The Food and Drug Administration recently banned toxic hand sanitizers that have been distributed throughout the United...
How do you value a wrongful death claim in Mississippi?
The sudden loss of a loved one affects your family in a number of ways. You have to worry about the unexpected loss of income, the cost of medical care that your loved one received, funeral expenses and so much more. Thankfully, the surviving dependents of someone who...
Why is Johnson & Johnson no longer selling domestic talc powder?
For decades, Johnson & Johnson's baby powder has been a staple of the health and beauty industry. Countless people have used this branded talcum powder to absorb sweat, decrease friction and prevent painful rashes. Unfortunately, despite its name implying that the...
Why are distractions for drivers so dangerous?
Drivers need to give their full attention to what’s going on around their vehicle so they can react appropriately. When the driver’s attention is claimed by anything else, they might not be able to take action to avoid a crash. Some people mistakenly think that short...
You could be guilty of credit card fraud — even though you don’t realize it
When you think of credit card fraud, your mind probably goes to situations where unknown scammers “skim” someone’s card or get their number some other way and go on a spending spree. Maybe you think about situations where a home care worker lifts their elderly...
Protect yourself with a skilled criminal defense lawyer
It is safe to say that most Mississippi residents are not prepared to handle criminal charges very well. For many, this is the first time they have ever been on the “wrong side” of the law. However, the things you do in the immediate aftermath of an arrest can make...
What is considered ‘contraband’ in Mississippi prisons?
Your best friend, boyfriend, brother or spouse ended up in prison -- and you just want to slip them something to make their time a little more comfortable. You’re thinking about passing them a few pain pills on your next visit. Maybe you’re working in a correctional...
If you face charges in college, defend yourself to protect your future
When you decided to go to college, you were excited. You had a full ride thanks to working hard in baseball. Today, you’re one of the top players on the team, and everything is going well for you. Unfortunately, you went out with friends who drank and caused a crash....
When is a company, not a driver, liable for a big truck crash?
When someone in a passenger vehicle gets into a crash caused by a large commercial vehicle, it is often the driver of the semitruck who faces any personal injury lawsuit brought by the victims. However, there are circumstances in which the company that hired that...