Jones County, MS (June 28, 2023) – According to information provided by the Mississippi Highway Patrol, a fatal car accident occurred on the evening of June 27 in Jones County. Officers responded to the scene of the incident at around 5:40 p.m.
According to reports from local officials, Forrest Smith, a resident of Orlando, Florida, was headed south on Highway 29 in his 2000 Ford Mustang when he was involved in a crash with a 2018 Chevrolet Silverado operated by Justin Morris, 43, of Laurel, MS. Morris was headed north on the highway at the time.
Forrest Smith lost his life in the collision, sources said.
The roadway was blocked for an extended period while paramedics and police worked in the area, causing significant traffic delays. Authorities in Jones County continue to investigate the details of the accident.
We want to offer our sincere condolences to the family of Forrest Smith at this time.
Mississippi Car Accidents
Car crashes are unfortunate and often devastating occurrences that take place throughout the United States. In Mississippi, over 60,000 reported auto collisions occur every year. These crashes cause tens of thousands of people to sustain injuries and hundreds to lose their lives annually. The number of accidents that take place continues to rise, and most are caused by the actions of negligent drivers.
Across the United States, negligent driving has become a prevalent problem, causing millions of injuries and thousands of fatalities. The National Highway Traffic Safety Association reports that over 92% of reported auto collisions are caused by negligent driving. Careless, reckless, and negligent driving may be displayed in numerous ways, including:
- Intoxication
- Speeding
- Distraction
- Fatigue
When you or someone you love has sustained injuries in a car accident caused by a negligent driver, you may have to go through an extremely trying time in the days and weeks following your collision. You may be wondering where you can turn for help, which is where a car crash attorney may be beneficial. A car accident lawyer in Jones County can help you file a personal injury claim for financial compensation. Compensation can help you pay for some or all of the damages related to your accident. Some of the most common damages that often result from car crashes include:
- Lost wages
- Medical bills
- Vehicle repair costs
- Vehicle replacement expenses
- Pain
- Suffering
- Loss of life enjoyment
- Embarrassment
- Emotional turmoil
If you have lost someone you love in a recent car crash caused by a negligent driver, you may also be eligible to collect compensation for funeral costs, burial expenses, and more. A wrongful death lawyer in Jones County can assist you in filing a wrongful death claim so you can financially recover from the aftermath of your loved one’s accident.
Call the law office of Mama Justice as soon as you can to learn more about how we can help you through this difficult time. You can reach our office 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.
