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Whiplash from a Car Wreck
What is Whiplash? Whiplash is a term used to describe neck pain after a trauma involving quick acceleration and deceleration of the body, like in an automobile accident, but not limited to that. It can happen from blows to the
Limitations of Scar Tissue
Limitations of Scar Tissue Scars are the healing process of the soft tissue from trauma (car wreck), post-surgical, repetitive motion, or a combination of the above. Scar tissue is dead fibrotic tissue that forms as a result of the before
The Eggshell Skull Rule of Law
Eggshell Skull Rule of Law in Personal Injury Cases If a tortfeasor (negligent party) inflicts injury on a victim and the ultimate harm is worse than what would normally be expected because the victim was more vulnerable due to some
Defective 3M Military Ear Plug Attorneys in Alabama and Mississippi
If you served in the military between 2003 and 2015, were issue the now discontinued Dual-Ended Combat Arms™ earplugs, and suffered hearing loss or tinnitus, then you may be entitled to compensation. The 3M Company is one of the largest
DOG BITE CASES
Personal Injury Attorneys Handling Dog Bite Cases in Mississippi At Pepper & Odom, P.C. we handle dog bite cases and have a proven record of success. Did you know that approximately 4.5 million dog bites occur in the United States
The Benefits of Drinking Coffee for Lawyers
Should Lawyers Drink Coffee? Most Lawyers love drinking coffee because of the increased boost in energy they get from it. With the popularity of the Keurig coffee maker, it has never been easier to enjoy a fresh cup of coffee
Dog Bite Attorneys
DOG BITE CASES At Pepper & Odom, P.C. we handle dog bite cases and have a proven record of success. Did you know that approximately 4.5 million dog bites occur in the United States every year? (See www.caninejournal.com). Did you
Car Accidents & Road Rage: What You Should Know
When most people consider car accidents, they think of causes like an improper left turn, a rear-end collision, or a crash caused by a drunk driver. However, one significant problem often not addressed is the issue of aggressive driving, or road rage.
What Should You Say to The Insurance Company After an Accident?
What Should You Say to The Insurance Company After an Accident? Your insurance company needs to collect details from you after a serious accident to process the claim, but it’s not a good idea to provide more information than necessary.
Bankruptcy Rates on the rise in Mississippi in 2017
The latest report is in from the Clerk of the Court for the Southern District on Mississippi Bankruptcy Court. The Court Clerk Danny Miller reports that bankruptcy filing in the S. District on Mississippi are up 11.7% over the same
How to Prove the Other Driver Was Distracted
In order for a successful claim against a distracted driver, you must offer up evidence that the driver was not paying attention to the road when they hit you. Here are a few forms of proof that could bolster your claim and get the compensation you deserve.
New Study Shows That ADHD Drivers Are Much More Likely to Have an Accident
There’s no doubt that ADHD and similar diagnoses can have a significant impact on a patient’s life in many different ways. According to research published in JAMA Pediatrics, however, adolescents who have been diagnosed with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder are