Drowsy driving is a contributing factor in tens of thousands of serious and catastrophic injuries each year. According to a Harvard School of Medicine study, there are over 1.2 million auto accidents and over 500,000 injuries that result from fatigue-related incidents. The study also found that more than 60,000 of those injuries are severe and…
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Tactics Used by Insurance Companies during an Injury Case
If you have been injured and it was the fault of another party, there is a good chance you will be dealing with the responsible party’s insurance company, or in some cases, your own insurer (if the other party is uninsured or did not have adequate insurance to cover your losses). This means you will…
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How Are Damages Calculated in Mississippi Accident Cases?
If you or someone you care about has been injured in an accident, there’s a good chance your life has taken an unexpected turn. While you might be facing an uphill battle to reclaim your life and peace of mind, there is also the issue of damages. When you’ve been harmed due to the negligent…
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Putting a Price on a Human Life: What is a Wrongful Death Lawsuit Worth in Mississippi?
No tragedy can match the pain of losing a loved one due to an unexpected accident. While no amount of money will ease your heartbreak, you have the right to seek compensation and financial stability through a wrongful death claim. Putting a price on a human life is complex at best. The sad fact is…
3M Knowingly Sold Defective Earplugs to the U.S. Military: Veterans and Active Duty Military May be Entitled to Compensation
If you or a loved one suffered hearing loss, tinnitus (ringing in the ears), or other hearing damage due to the use of 3M Combat Arms Earplugs, you may be eligible to file a 3M earplug lawsuit. Call Reeves & Mestayer today at 228-374-5151 or toll free 1-855-558-2977 for a free case assessment. 3M Company,…
What is Causing my Neck & Back Pain after a Car Crash?
There are many auto accidents in which those involved immediately know that they are injured. For example, if you have bumps, scrapes, cuts, bruises, broken bones, or similar types of injuries, you know right away that you need to seek medical help. There are other instances, however, when you may not feel your injuries until…
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Top 5 Considerations when Hiring a Personal Injury Attorney
If you have been injured because of the negligence or reckless actions of another party, you deserve to be fully compensated for medical expenses, time missed from work, damage to personal property, and other losses you experienced. Unfortunately, most of the time, it is not easy to recover full and fair compensation from a personal…
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Reeves & Mestayer Law Firm remains confident in the Court of Appeals review of the Settlement Agreement against SRHS failed Pension Plan
The U.S. Court of Appeals for the Fifth Circuit has issued a ruling requesting additional information in the review of the Settlement Agreement reached between Singing River Health System and their Pension Plan members. Attorney Matthew Mestayer, with the law firm of Reeves & Mestayer, who is counsel in federal litigation involving the failed Singing…
Preventing Construction Site Falls Saves Lives
Construction workers face some of the highest risks for workplace injuries with 1 in 10 workers injured each year. In fact, falls are the leading cause of workplace deaths and injuries on construction sites. However, in most cases, these accidents could have been prevented. According to the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) fall prevention…
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FDA Issues Class 2 Hip Recall on Smith & Nephew Metal Liners and Components
Have you had hip implant surgery anytime from 2008 to 2016? If yes and your doctor used either the Modular SMF Hip System or Modular Redapt Femoral System produced by Smith & Nephew, you need to consult with your doctor. Both these devices were recalled by the manufacturer on November 15, 2016 due to high…
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