Jackson, MS (December 19, 2022) – Joseph Matthews Jr, 21, lost his life in a single-vehicle accident that happened in Jackson on Friday night, December 16. The wreck occurred while Matthews was riding in the passenger seat of a car that crashed into a building.
Reports indicate the collision happened at around 11:30 p.m. on Highway 80 near Lynch Street. The vehicle crashed into the Capital Pawn Shop for reasons still being investigated.
The driver of the vehicle is in the hospital, recovering at this time. No other details have been reported.
We would like to offer our sincere condolences to the family of Joseph Matthews.
Mississippi Car Accidents
Car accidents happen every single day in Mississippi. Though many of these accidents are minor fender-benders, others are incredibly severe and life-altering. In 2017 alone, it was reported that approximately 685 people were killed in fatal car accidents in the state of Mississippi.
Mississippi actually has the highest number of fatal car accidents per capita in the entire U.S. Losing a loved one can be a horrific experience that no family is prepared for. If you have lost someone you love in an accident, you should be prepared to speak with an attorney that you can rely on.
The loss of a loved one can affect your life in a variety of ways. If you have lost someone you love in a fatal accident, you should have the help of a car accident attorney on your side. As you are grieving the loss of your loved one, you should never have to worry about how you will afford to pay the bills that pile up against you. Losing a loved one can be stressful for you and your family. This is why you should speak with a Jackson wrongful death attorney immediately.
At Mama Justice, we have aggressively fought to protect the rights of those who have lost loved ones in fatal car accidents. We understand how overwhelming a fatal accident can be on both emotional and financial levels. Our attorneys will help you work toward the compensation you deserve for a wide array of aspects, including the following:
- Medical expenses
- Lost wages
- Funeral and burial costs
- Pain and suffering
- Therapy costs
You should never have to stand alone after you have lost someone you love in a collision. Please do not hesitate to contact a wrongful death attorney in Gulfport at (888) 484-1476 for more information on how we can assist you.
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Disclaimer: We at MW Law Firm – Mama Justice, 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.
