Sumrall, MS (August 2, 2022) – An auto accident happened in Sumrall on the afternoon of August 2 that resulted in injuries. At approximately 1:50 p.m., police and EMTs were sent to the scene of a crash on MS 42.
According to reports, the collision took place on MS 42 near Epley Road. All lanes of the roadway were blocked in both directions for some time on the afternoon of August 2.
Local drivers were asked to use alternative routes while the scene was active with responders. At this time, police continue to investigate the circumstances of the accident.
We hope for the full recovery of the injured victims.
Nothing further has been reported at this time.
Mississippi Car Crashes
Car wrecks happen every day that cause injuries in Mississippi. These collisions happen more than 300 times per day and cause injuries to thousands of people. Over 125,000 auto collisions are reported per year and more than 55,000 people sustain injuries annually. Sadly, more than 32,000 individuals lose their lives per year in car crashes in the United States. Currently, the leading causes of car wrecks in Mississippi include:
- Distraction
- Intoxication
- Fatigue
- Speeding
Sustaining a serious injury in a car accident can be a difficult and overwhelming experience. You may be stuck in the hospital with painful injuries while you wonder how you will pay for all of the costs related to your wreck. Some common injuries that result from auto collisions in Mississippi include:
- Damage to internal organs
- Traumatic brain injury
- Spinal cord damage
- Fractured bones
It can be exhausting to be severely injured in an auto crash. Your mental, physical, and financial states are all going through a hard time. You are not alone. Millions of people are hurt due to the actions of negligent drivers every year. Approximately three and four million accidents happen every year in the US, most of which are caused by driver negligence. Some of the most common types of driver negligence we see in Mississippi are:
- Speeding
- Intoxication
- Distraction
If you have been hurt due to another driver’s negligent actions, you may have options available to help you recover. Contacting a personal injury lawyer can help you get the financial compensation you need for vehicle repairs, medical bills, lost wages, and more. It is important that accident victims speak to an auto accident attorney as soon as they can after their wrecks.
The car accident lawyers in Sumrall at Mama Justice have more than 20 years of experience in helping accident victims to preserve and exercise their legal rights. Our lawyers can help you get full and fair financial compensation for your injuries and losses if you have been hurt by a negligent driver. We will put together a solid legal claim for you so you can get the compensation needed to get your life back on track.
Call our law firm at (888) 484-1476 to find out how we can assist you.
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Disclaimer: We have worked hard to become valued members of the Northern Mississippi business community. We write these posts to bring awareness to the dangers of driving in hopes that our fellow community members will use an abundance of caution when operating a motor vehicle. The information in this post is not intended to be medical or legal advice. The photographs used in this post are not taken at the actual accident scene.
