Montgomery County, MS (April 16, 2023) – Authorities confirmed that 74-year-old Shirley Herron lost her life in a car crash that occurred in Montgomery County.
On Friday, April 14, emergency officials across the county recalled the scene of an automobile that took place during the afternoon hours.
According to officials, a vehicle collision took place during the afternoon hours, causing one vehicle to roll over. The vehicle overturned and struck the center median. A passenger in the vehicle was ejected, and the driver was trapped inside. The tractor victim was removed from the vehicle. The driver was airlifted to Jackson Hospital for emergency care.
The passenger who was ejected, identified as Herron, was fatally injured. She was pronounced deceased at the scene.
At this time, the Montgomery County Sheriff’s Office is investigating the crash.
We hope the injured victim is able to recover quickly.
Our condolences are with the family of Shirley Herron at this time.
Fatal Car Accidents in Mississippi
The state of Mississippi is notorious for traffic accidents, and hundreds of people die every year as a result. According to reports provided by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, the state of Mississippi right as having the highest traffic accident fatality rate per 100,000 people in 2020. The figures came in at 25.4 best compared to the national average, which is 11.7 deaths per every 100,000 people.
The fact that so many people lose their lives as a result of accidents in our state is truly devastating. Families are often unsure of what to do moving forward. After losing a loved one in a fatal accident, families are able to take legal action and can pursue wrongful death claims to recover compensation for some of the damages they face. These include compensation for:
- lost earning capacity
- loss of support or companionship
- loss of services
- loss of benefits and inheritance
- pain and suffering
- emotional distress
- funeral costs in burial fees
In order to recover compensation, your family must be able to demonstrate that negligence existed at the time of the accident. Working with a wrongful death lawyer in Montgomery County can help to ensure your family has the best chance of proving your case and getting justice.
At MW Law Firm – Mama Justice, we understand that facing a wrongful death claim can be overwhelming and confusing for bereaved families. Our Mississippi personal injury attorneys will work hard to ensure you get the justice you deserve after losing a loved one in an accident. With our extensive experience and strategic approach, we have recovered thousands in compensation for our clients over the past four decades. If you have lost a loved one in a preventable collision due to someone else’s negligence, contact us at (662) 262-6264 or schedule your free consultation today so that we can discuss pursuing legal action against wrongdoers who caused your suffering.
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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.
