Oxford, MS (May 15, 2022) – At 3:10 p.m. on the afternoon of Saturday, May 14, a car accident took place on a major roadway in Oxford.
According to Oxford Police Department, the accident took place around 3:10 p.m. at 900 Whirlpool Drive around the area of Flatts at South Campus. Several vehicles were traveling in the area when one or more lost control. This caused the vehicles to forcefully collide with each other, leading to extensive damages.
Several local responders were called to the scene to help those in need. Fire crews extricated victims from their vehicles and paramedics transported injured parties to local hospitals. It is not known how many victims in total were affected by the accident.
The roadway was blocked for an extended period of time following the collision. Police quickly worked to clear the scene.
Police continue their investigation into the accident at this time.
Our thoughts go out to those who have been hurt as a result of the accident.
Car Accidents in Mississippi
A car accident can happen in the blink of an eye. These accidents are actually one of the most common causes of hospitalizations throughout the state every single year. According to recent statistics taken in the state, tens of thousands of people are hurt in car accidents every single year in Mississippi. Quite often, you can trace back the origins of the accident and will find that somebody acted in a negligent fashion, which led to the accident. Many people who have been hurt in car accidents will require medical care for their injuries. This can affect your daily life in a variety of ways. If you have been hurt in a car accident that is not your fault, you should be prepared to speak with an attorney who has your best interests in mind.
The aftermath of a car accident can be a challenging thing to face. Understanding your legal options following a collision is incredibly necessary, which is why you should have the assistance of an Oxford car accident attorney on your side. An attorney will be able to help you show that the following aspects are at play in your claim:
- A driver owed a duty of care
- The duty of care was breached by negligent acts
- The breach in duty led to the accident
- The accident led to damages
If you have been hurt in a serious car accident, you should speak with an Oxford personal injury lawyer immediately.
Our attorneys at MW Law Firm – Mama Justice are here for you after a car accident that is not your fault. We understand how overwhelming a car accident can be and offer our help and resources every step of the way. Our lawyers will make sure that your case is fully investigated and that you have an understanding of all your options during these difficult times. We will provide you with the resources that you need to be successful in your accident. Please contact a car accident attorney in Oxford at (888) 484-1476 for more information on how we can help 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.
