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Announcing Our Fall 2017 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 this year. The Fall 2017 submission period just came to a close, and we were truly humbled… Read More »
What is a “Slip and Fall” Accident?
“Slip and fall” is a term that is used to to describe personal injury cases in which a person trips and is injured on someone else’s property. An injury, even a minor injury, must be sustained to have a slip and fall case. These cases usually fall under the broader legal category of premises liability… Read More »
How to Report an Unsafe Truck Driver in Mississippi
Most truck drivers on the road are professional and respectful and drive with concern for the safety of all the vehicles around them. But unfortunately, not all truck drivers can be described this way, and every once in a while you may encounter a driver who is dangerous, reckless, and threatening in their behavior. … Read More »
Steps to Take After a Hit-and-Run Accident in Mississippi
If you’ve been involved in a hit-and-run accident in Mississippi, you’re likely feeling incredibly frustrated—and just a little bit hopeless. Any time a vehicle leaves the scene of an accident—whether it’s a car vs. car crash, a vehicle vs. pedestrian crash, or an accident where a vehicle hits property—this is defined as a hit-and-run… Read More »
How Do I Know if I Have a Product Liability Claim?
When we purchase an item online or in a store, we expect it work as advertised and to not cause us harm. When we buy a new car, for example, we don’t expect for the airbags to cause injury by deploying improperly. When we buy a new children’s bicycle, we don’t expect for it… Read More »
Does My Child Have a Birth Injury?
It is important to diagnose and treat birth injuries as soon as possible. Left untreated, birth injuries can lead to developmental problems, brain trauma, and even paralysis. There are several action symptoms that can be observed while your baby is still in the hospital that immediately indicate a birth injury. An arched back while… Read More »
Injured on the Job: What Happens Next
If you were recently injured in a work accident, you’re likely concerned about what kind of recovery time you’ll need, how you’ll be able to pay for medical treatment, how you’ll get paid for time spent off work, and how your employer will react. There’s a great deal to consider after getting a workplace… Read More »
How Common Are Maritime Accidents in Mississippi?
Maritime accidents are accidents that happen on coastal or river waters. They can occur on fishing vessels, cargo vessels, passenger vessels, cruise ships, offshore oil rigs, or other types of vessels that spend more time on the open water than at dock. Maritime accidents can happen for a variety of reasons and involve injuries… Read More »
What is Defensive Driving and How Can It Prevent a Car Crash?
It’s easy to assume that just because you are a cautious and careful driver, the other drivers around you on the road will be also. Assuming that another driver will stay in their lane, safely react to a road hazard, or wait to safely pull out onto a major roadway is a dangerous mistake. … Read More »
Top 5 Causes for Car Accidents in Mississippi
Car accidents lead to hundreds of deaths every year in Mississippi. Many of these accidents are completely avoidable. By examining the common causes for deadly car crashes in our state, we can discover ways to potentially avoid these crashes and make our roads safer. Even preventing a few accidents can save lives and encourage… Read More »
