Jackson County, MS (September 19, 2023) – A man from Ocean Springs was killed in a car crash that occurred in Jackson County on Tuesday, September 19.
According to information provided by police in the area, it occurred on Interstate 10 when the victim, 32-year-old Kurt Cassity, was involved in a traffic accident.
At this time, however, the details of the accident have not been reported. Police in Jackson County continue to investigate the circumstances of the collision.
We want to offer our sincere condolences to the family of the deceased victim at this time.
Mississippi Trafic Accidents
Driver intoxication and speeding are common contributors to fatal accidents in the Magnolia State. In 2016, intoxicated driving was behind around 25% of auto collisions reported in Mississippi. Drunk driving accidents also caused the highest number of deaths. Intoxication and speeding are both extremely dangerous forms of negligent driving that can lead to serious injuries or death for everyone involved.
In 2020, alcohol-related fatalities made up about 26% of total traffic fatalities in the US. About 75% of the deceased victims were intoxicated drivers. Being intoxicated often leads to impaired vision and bad judgment, two hazardous qualities to exhibit while driving. Drunk drivers often cause catastrophic accidents that can result in serious or even catastrophic injuries for victims.
If you or a family member of yours has been hurt in a crash caused by a negligent driver, you should contact a car crash lawyer who can help you recover. You may be eligible to collect financial compensation for your injuries and more. An auto accident attorney will be able to help you file a personal injury claim for compensation.
If you’ve lost someone you love in an accident, a wrongful death attorney can help you collect compensation for funeral costs and other expenses.
The law office of Mama Justice has been aiding injured crash victims and their family members to recover for over three decades. Our Jackson County car accident attorneys are highly skilled and experienced when it comes to personal injury law. We have worked with numerous clients on a wide range of car accident cases. Our team is well aware of the uniqueness of each case, so we tailor our approach to meet your specific needs.
You deserve to be able to financially recover without having to worry when you or someone you love were hurt in a crash, especially if it was caused by a negligent driver. Contact a lawyer from Mama Justice by calling (888) 484-1476 at your earliest convenience.
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