Hinds, County, MS (August 29, 2023) – A major car crash happened in Hinds County on the evening of August 29. At around 7:19 p.m. the incident took place on Lakeland Drive.
Information provided by local officials shows the crash occurred on Interstate 55 North near Lakeland Drive. Vehicles collided in the area for reasons still being investigated by authorities.
Injuries were reported as a result of the accident, however, what caused the collision to occur is still being investigated by authorities. Emergency responders worked to help those who were hurt before taking them to the hospital for further treatment.
At this time, it remains unclear how the crash happened. Police continue to investigate the circumstances of the accident.
Our thoughts are with those involved in this car crash. We hope for the full recovery of the injured victims.
Mississippi Car Crashes
Yearly, more than 5 million reported car accidents happen in the United States. Across the Magnolia State, hundreds of thousands of yearly car accidents happen per year. These collisions send approximately 2 million people to the hospital yearly and take the lives of around 40,000. One of the most difficult truths that stem from these accidents is that the majority of them happen due to negligent driving.
In the past ten years, negligent driving has become a common problem throughout the country. A Stanford Law School report estimated between 90 and 99% of car accidents in the U.S. are caused partially or completely by driver error/negligence. In today’s world, a driver’s attention may be diverted in far too many ways. From radios to GPS to cell phones, have numerous places to avert their eyes.
If you or someone in your family has sustained injuries in an accident, you can file a lawsuit against the party responsible. This is the surest way to collect compensation for the damages and injuries you may be facing. Your life may be completely changed by your injuries, which may range from cuts and bruises to total paralysis. Depending on the severity of your injuries, you may be left with overwhelming debt and serious damages that may be difficult to pay off alone.
A Hinds County car accident lawyer from Mama Justice can help you prove that another person caused your crash. As motorists, we owe a duty of care to everyone on the roadway. When this duty of care is breached, injuries and even death can occur. Additionally, the breach of this duty of care is against the law. This makes you eligible for financial compensation for a wide range of damages that may have resulted from your wreck.
Call Mama Justice at (662) 262-6264 to speak with our staff and learn how we can assist you.
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