Oxford, MS (September 3, 2022) – At approximately 11:40 a.m., on September 2, a car accident was reported on a roadway in Oxford. Reports show that at least one person suffered injuries in the wreck.
Local sources state that the incident occurred near CVS in the 1900 block of Jackson Avenue West. At this time, the number of people injured in the accident remains unknown.
Emergency crews including EMTs, police, and fire crews were observed helping those involved at the scene. One or more injured victims were transported by ambulance to the nearest hospital.
The roadway was closed while responders worked in the area. Drivers passing by the scene were asked to use alternate routes.
What caused the crash is currently being investigated by Oxford authorities.
Mississippi Car Crashes
Every day, hundreds of car crashes are reported in Mississippi. Luckily, the majority of these accidents do not result in injuries, however, a percentage of them do. Nearly 700 people were killed in fatal car wrecks in the state of Mississippi in 2016. There are many different types of auto collisions that happen in the state, however, head-on collisions are the most common.
Where do you turn if you’ve been seriously hurt in a traffic collision? Many injured victims and their families ask this question. While you are stuck in the hospital recovering, you may be wondering how you’re going to pay for the care you need to recover. Working with a car crash lawyer can help you pay for the costs related to your accident.
Driver negligence causes the majority of auto accidents in the state of Mississippi and throughout the entire country. Driver distraction, fatigue, intoxication, and speeding are all common forms of driver negligence that regularly lead to car accidents. When you are injured by a negligent driver, and your injuries are so severe that you end up in the hospital, you may qualify for financial compensation.
You can collect compensation by filing a personal injury claim with an attorney. Negligent driving is illegal, and those who sustain injuries due to the actions of negligent drivers are eligible for financial compensation that can help them pay for medical care, car repairs, lost wages, and more.
Contact the law office of Mama Justice if you believe you or someone you love was hurt by the actions of a negligent, careless, or reckless driver. No one deserves to have to pay for severe injuries that were caused by another person’s carelessness. Our attorneys are here for you during this difficult time. Call our office at (888) 484-1476 to find out what we can do for 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.
