Hancock County, MS (April 21, 2023) – On the afternoon of April 21, at around 3:30 p.m., emergency crews were sent to the scene of a crash in Hancock County.
Local sources say the accident happened on I-10 near MS 607. An unspecified number of cars collided in the area and caused those involved to sustain injuries.
At this time, the eastbound lanes of traffic were delayed due to the presence of emergency responders in the area. Those with extensive injuries were taken by ambulance to local hospitals to be treated for the injuries they sustained in the accident.
The names of those involved have not been reported at this time.
We hope for the full and fast recovery of those with injuries.
Mississippi Car Crashes
Every day, injury accidents occur in the state of Mississippi. On average, over 300 car accidents are reported per day in the Magnolia State. More than 125,000 car accidents happen every year in Mississippi that cause over 55,000 people to sustain injuries and end the lives of more than 1,000 people per year.
Throughout the United States, over 3 million individuals sustain injuries yearly in car wrecks, while approximately 40,000 lose their lives.
Currently, car accidents are most often caused by:
- Fatigue
- Distraction
- Intoxication
- Speeding
It can be extremely overwhelming and hard to be hurt in a car crash. Especially when your injuries are severe and negatively impacting most areas of your life. You may be stuck in the hospital recovering for weeks or longer while the bills continue to accumulate, and you are unable to work and make money to pay them off. Your vehicle may require expensive mechanical services or need to be totally replaced due to damages caused by the accident. Your medical care may extend long-term, resulting in even more bills. Some of the most commonly seen injuries that result from severe car crashes include:
- Traumatic brain injuries
- Spinal cord damage
- Internal organ damage
- Broken Bones
If you have been seriously hurt in an auto accident caused by a negligent driver, you may have legal options that can help you get back to normal. Working with a personal injury attorney can help you get the financial compensation you need and deserve during this difficult time.
The car accident lawyers in Hancock County at Mama Justice have over thirty years of skilled experience helping the victims of car accidents to protect and exercise their right toward compensation. Our lawyers can help you financially recover if you have been hurt by driver negligence. 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 (662) 262-6264 to find out 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 were not taken at the actual accident scene.
