Jackson, MS (February 3, 2023) – On the morning of Friday, February 3, a car accident happened in Jackson that ended in injuries. Shortly before 9:00 a.m., the incident happened on Interstate 20.
Multiple responders were sent to the crash scene located on Interstate 20 near Interstate 220. Victims suffered injuries when vehicles collided for reasons still under police investigation.
EMTs treated those with injuries at the scene. One or more patients in need of further care were transported to local hospitals by ambulance.
The right lane of traffic was blocked for some time on Friday morning while emergency personnel worked in the area. Authorities are investigating the cause of the accident.
We hope for the full recovery of those with injuries.
Mississippi Auto Accidents
Every day, auto accidents are reported in the state of Mississippi. These accidents occur over 300 times per day and injure thousands of people per year. More than 125,000 auto wrecks are reported annually that injure more than 55,000 people in Mississippi. Currently, the leading causes of car wrecks in Mississippi include:
- Intoxication
- Distraction
- Fatigue
- Speeding
Being seriously injured in an auto accident can be overwhelming and difficult. You may be stuck in the hospital with severe injuries while you are worrying about the financial aspect of the accident itself and the injuries that followed. Some common injuries that result from auto collisions in Mississippi include:
- TBI (Traumatic brain injury)
- Spinal cord damage
- Broken bones
If you were seriously hurt in a car accident, you could be feeling stressed out and exhausted. Your financial, mental, and physical states may be feeling threatened. You are not alone; More than 6 million car crashes happen per year in the United States, causing injuries to over 3 million people. Some of the most common types of driver negligence we see in Mississippi are:
- Speeding
- Intoxication
- Distraction
If you have sustained injuries due to the negligence of another person, you may have legal options that can help you recover. Contacting a personal injury lawyer can help you get the money you need to pay for the medical care necessary to help you recover, wage loss, repairs to your vehicle, and more.
The car accident lawyers in Jackson at Mama Justice have decades of experience assisting crash victims to make full recoveries after they’re injured in auto accidents caused by negligent drivers. 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.
