Recent Blog Posts
How Serious is Road Rash?
While there are many ways a person can sustain any type of injury, certain injuries are more common with some accidents than with others. Road rash, for example, is more common with motorcycle accidents. Road rash is an informal term for bodily abrasions caused by road surfaces. The severity of road rash varies greatly… Read More »
4 Common Areas for Serious Burn Injuries
A mild sunburn can cause discomfort and often calls for extra coats of aloe. When a person is severely burned, it’s an entirely different world. Recovery can be a long and painful process, resulting in permanent disfigurement or disability. According to the CDC, 1.1 million burn injuries require medical attention each year. Of those… Read More »
Why Do Most Boating Accidents Happen?
From its river and lakes to its state parks, Mississippi is filled with boating and water recreation opportunities. While these activities can provide an entire summer’s worth of family fun, devastating accidents happen when people neglect their responsibilities as boat owners and operators. Mississippi Boating Accident Statistics Every year, the United States Coast Guard… Read More »
What’s the Most Dangerous Highway in Mississippi?
In 2016, over 37,000 lives were lost in car accidents all over the country. The majority of these were single-vehicle accidents. Mississippi is no stranger to motor vehicle fatalities; however, this unnecessary and devastating loss of life is often preventable. If you or a loved one have suffered injuries or worse in a car… Read More »
Announcing Our Fall 2018 Scholarship Winner
Everyone at Corban Gunn, Attorney at Law is dedicated to helping our local and nationwide communities build strong foundations that will lead to a brighter future. As part of that dedication, we decided to start a scholarship in 2017. The Fall 2018 submission period just came to a close, and we were truly humbled… Read More »
How Common are Override Truck Accidents?
Accidents involving trucks and passenger vehicles, or motorcycles are among the deadliest collisions we see on the road. Victims of these accidents, especially override accidents, often face lifelong injuries and permanent disabilities. If you or a loved one has been the unfortunate victim of an override truck accident in Mississippi, reach out to… Read More »
How Do I Know if I Need a New Personal Injury Attorney?
Regardless of how long you’ve been with your personal injury attorney, relationships can change. You may find yourself in a position where you think, for one reason or another, it’s time to search for a new law firm. This can be a stressful decision, especially if you’re in the middle of a case; so… Read More »
Summer Motorcycle Maintenance Tips
With the weather finally getting warmer, many motorcyclists are probably getting excited for the new riding season. For the next few months, the days will be long, sunny, and perfect for going for a ride. But before it’s time to hop on to a bike and hit the open road, there are a few… Read More »
How Can We Improve Vehicle Safety in Mississippi?
Owning a car often conveys feelings of freedom and independence. While it’s great to have your own ride, it’s important to know that you need to take care of your car so you know you can get from point A to point B without any problems. When people ignore issues with their vehicle, they… Read More »
2018 Mississippi Law Changes
Though we’re only a portion of the way through 2018, there have been a small handful of fairly major bills and acts that have passed in Mississippi during the year. Mississippi’s three-month legislative season, which just came to a close in March, was unfortunately rather lackluster in regard to the passing of new bills… Read More »
