Biloxi Injury Attorney Law Blog
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Can I Sue If I Find Mold in My Apartment?
/by Jim ReevesNothing turns your stomach quite like finding unexpected mold in your apartment. The creeping lines of mold up your shower wall, hidden in the back of the closet, or in a damp basement do more than create an unpleasant mildew smell. They can also seriously negatively affect your health. What do you do after you […]
Who Is Responsible for Your Workplace Injury?
/by Jim ReevesWorkplace injuries are nerve-wracking in multiple ways. First, any injury can cause pain, limit your ability to meet your obligations, and require the inconvenience of multiple doctors’ appointments. Second, an injury at work often makes employees nervous. They wonder if they’ll be fired, investigated, or looked at with suspicion because of their injury. A lot […]
Update on Roundup Litigation
/by Matthew MestayerBayer has negotiated a class action settlement in an effort to end Roundup weed-killer litigation once and for all. But that doesn’t mean victims of this dangerous product can’t still file a claim for damages. As part of the deal, a $1.25 billion fund has been aside for potential future cases. Roundup Litigation Settlements June […]
What Should a Parent Do When a Child is Injured in a Pedestrian Accident?
/by Jim ReevesEvery parent’s worst nightmare is something happening to their child. Unfortunately, this is the painful reality that too many parents experience when their child is hit in a pedestrian accident. Pedestrian accidents can occur for a wide range of reasons, from a child crossing the street at an inappropriate place or time to a driver […]
Can My Personal Injury Claim Be Reopened After It Is Settled?
/by Jim ReevesMaybe you just signed the paperwork on your settlement and you’re starting to get that sinking feeling, or perhaps you signed it weeks ago and just got hit with a massive medical bill that exceeds your settlement money. No matter what has made you reconsider your settlement, you are now wondering if your personal injury […]
The Role of an Expert in an Injury Case
/by Jim ReevesYou’ve been hurt because of someone else’s negligence. But how do you get a jury to understand how the other person was negligent and why they should be paying your medical bills? When it comes to understanding how accidents occur, how different injuries can impact the human body, how your work has changed since the […]
How the Coronavirus May Impact Personal Injury Settlements
/by Jim ReevesThe novel coronavirus has caused financial insecurity for millions of Americans. This is especially true for those who are out of work because of a car accident, slip and fall incident, or pedestrian accident. If you were off of work before COVID-19 became a pandemic, you may not qualify for unemployment or remote working options. […]
Can I Get Workers’ Comp If I Get Hurt While Working from Home?
/by Jim ReevesTelecommuting is a flexible option enjoyed by thousands of workers each year, but with the rise of the novel coronavirus, suddenly millions of people have had to learn how to work from home efficiently. This raises a number of important questions. How are employees held accountable for being productive at home? How can teams that […]
Helping the Community During the COVID-19 Outbreak
/by Jim ReevesCommunity building and support has never been more important than it is right now. Over the course of weeks—and in some communities, days—entire support systems and routines have disappeared. This is our time to shine. As community members, we can step up, fill in the gaps, and make sure everyone gets through this as unscathed […]
How Do I Know If I Might Have Traumatic Brain Injury?
/by Jim ReevesTraumatic brain injury (TBI) can have subtle signs and symptoms, which may not manifest until days or months after the injury. At times, the signs of TBI may even be ignored as the injured person may appear fine despite them acting or feeling differently. It is vital to consult a medical professional immediately if any […]