Understanding the Discovery Process in Toxic Tort Lawsuits
Toxic tort lawsuits typically involve a vast amount of complex evidence — and the discovery process can significantly impact the trajectory of a case.
2 reasons trucking companies need to keep maintenance records
Trucking companies should have maintenance records for all of their vehicles. These can demonstrate that maintenance was done on a certain schedule and that repairs were made when there were significant issues with the vehicle. It also shows that the company is taking...
Bankruptcy isn’t always the best response to consumer lawsuits
Consumer lawsuits are one of the many very expensive risks that come with doing business in the United States. Those who claim that a company released unsafe products can sometimes initiate litigation against the business. They may seek damages such as medical...
Scope of a mechanic’s lien
Navigating the complexities of mechanic's liens can be confusing, but it's crucial to understand what they are and how they function if you own your own business. A mechanic's lien is a legal claim against property that a contractor, subcontractor or supplier can file...
How Attorneys Can Weather The Next Disaster Litigation Crisis
Starting on Aug. 8, wildfires swept through the Hawaiian island of Maui, devastating the city of Lahaina, killing more than 100 people and causing an estimated $5.5 billion in property damage.[1] Only four days later, on Aug. 12, the Circuit Court of the First...
How Attorneys Can Weather The Next Disaster Litigation Crisis
Starting on Aug. 8, wildfires swept through the Hawaiian island of Maui, devastating the city of Lahaina, killing more than 100 people and causing an estimated $5.5 billion in property damage.[1] Only four days later, on Aug. 12, the Circuit Court of the First...
4 elements of a warning label
Manufacturers should provide consumers with an effective warning label to ensure the safe use of their products. If a manufacturer fails to do so and a consumer is injured, they may be in legal trouble. Here are four elements of a warning label: 1. Clarity A warning...
2 reasons trespassers could sue after injuries
As a property owner, you want to protect yourself from lawsuits due to injuries on that property. Many owners assume that only people who are allowed to be on the property at the time would have the right to sue. In other words, someone who is trespassing was never...
Are you always responsible for falls in your store?
As a store owner, you certainly don’t want anyone to get hurt on your property. But imagine that someone slips and falls and suffers an injury. They tell you that they are going to sue you because the injury happened on your property, so you must be responsible. They...
Drivers continue to cut off semitrucks
You often hear that in a rear-end accident, the “following driver” is at fault. The idea behind this theory is that drivers are always supposed to maintain adequate following distances so that they can stop in time to avoid a crash. If a driver fails to do so, then...
What if your company’s products are inherently dangerous?
Companies have an obligation to attempt to make products that do not unreasonably risk the safety of the public. Products are supposed to be designed safely and manufactured to a standard that is high enough that they can be used, as intended, without resulting in...
Mississippi’s negligence laws matter in a trucking accident claim
Trucking companies may be liable for a car accident when their drivers are at fault or when the company is negligent in hiring, training or vehicle maintenance. Factors such as improper loading, driver fatigue and failure to comply with regulations can also contribute...
Who can sell marijuana in Mississippi?
Many states have begun legalizing recreational marijuana. However, Mississippi is not one of them. This means it is still one of the states with relatively strict marijuana laws. It may eventually catch up to states like Michigan or Colorado, but it’s hard to...