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How Long Are Truckers Legally Allowed to Drive For?

Published on May 28, 2020 at 11:25 am in Truck Accidents.
How Long Are Truckers Legally Allowed to Drive For?

Truck drivers keep our nation running—they transport goods over long distances every day so we can have the things we want and need. They have strict schedules so they can cover long distances as quickly as possible and deliver their truck-load on time. The problem with their schedules, though, is they were sometimes so strict that drivers were pulling long hours on the roads without a break.

The Legal Ramifications of Not Having a “Beware of Dog” Sign

Published on May 21, 2020 at 11:58 am in Premises Liability.
The Legal Ramifications of Not Having a “Beware of Dog” Sign

Having a dog can be an experience filled with fun, love, and a lot of learning. Your dog offers you unconditional love and affection in return for your care, and they can even offer you protection in a dire situation. Unfortunately, there are some stressful sides to owning a dog. Depending on the situation, you can be held liable for your dog biting and injuring a person or another animal.

What’s the Process of Suing a Nursing Home for Neglect?

Published on May 14, 2020 at 10:44 am in Nursing Home Abuse.
What’s the Process of Suing a Nursing Home for Neglect?

A nursing home should be a place where you or your loved one can receive the best care possible in their later years in life. Most times, your loved one is in good hands. Unfortunately, though, sometimes they are mistreated in their long-term care facility. In fact, 7.6% of mistreatment occurrences in nursing homes are instances of abuse or neglect.

How to Avoid a Collision When Operating a Boat in Busy Waters

Published on Apr 30, 2020 at 10:33 am in Boating Accidents.
How to Avoid a Collision When Operating a Boat in Busy Waters

On a nice day, you might have the idea to go boating on nearby water. Depending on the size of the lake or river, it could quickly get crowded if other people have the same idea. Busy waters can easily become dangerous for boaters because they have to navigate through other boats as well as potentially rougher waters from all of the other movement. Even if you’re a skilled boater, you could still use some tips and refreshers on how to avoid a collision when operating a boat in busy waters.

What Happens After a Deposition During a Personal Injury Case?

Published on Apr 30, 2020 at 10:07 am in Personal Injury.
What Happens After a Deposition During a Personal Injury Case?

When you’ve filed a personal injury case, you might have a vague idea about what the process will be like for you. One aspect of your case is the deposition, and many people don’t know what this step entails. We’ll go over what a deposition is and what comes after the deposition so you can feel confident in your case.

Proving Fault After a T-Bone Accident

Published on Apr 10, 2020 at 1:05 pm in Car Accidents.
Proving Fault After a T-Bone Accident

Car accidents can be devastating. T-bone accidents, also known as side impact collisions, can be especially damaging, and are considered one of the most fatal types of collision, second only to head-on collisions. These crashes can seriously injure or kill any passenger in the car, no matter if they’re the driver, front passenger, or a rear passenger. If you’ve experienced a T-bone crash, you know how terrifying and dangerous they can be.

When you weren’t the driver responsible for the crash, and you suffer injuries, you’ll want to hold the negligent or reckless driver accountable for their actions. Corban Gunn, Attorney at Law will help you get justice for your injuries by holding the other driver responsible. Although we can’t take away the physical damages, we can find you peace through compensation for the financial damages you have suffered.

How Can a Business Recover During the COVID-19 Pandemic?

Published on Apr 9, 2020 at 10:59 am in Legal Information.
How Can a Business Recover During the COVID-19 Pandemic?

The COVID-19 pandemic has brought many unexpected challenges into the world. Other than the health challenges that many people have been facing, businesses have been facing economic hardships since many have been forced to close indefinitely. As a business owner, you might be using this time to plan your recovery from the pandemic.

Even with your emergency response and business continuity plans, you still might have trouble recovering financially through this time. If your business has been harmed by the COVID-19 pandemic, you might be interested in filing an insurance claim. Corban Gunn, Attorney at Law can help you if your insurance company denies your claim. Aside from a case, you’ll want to take steps to attempt to recover your business from this pandemic in other ways.

What Do Mississippi Drivers Need to Know About Highway Work Zones?

Published on Mar 12, 2020 at 8:42 am in Car Accidents.
What Do Mississippi Drivers Need to Know About Highway Work Zones?

Drivers put themselves and others in danger when they don’t slow down or obey signs in work zones. In 2018, there were 35 crashes in construction and maintenance zones in Mississippi. Those accidents resulted in ten fatalities of drivers and passengers. Additionally, 13 highway workers were injured. In order to stay safe and prevent accidents, let’s take a look at what Mississippi drivers need to know about highway work zones.

How to Deal with a Drunk Driver at the Scene of a Car Accident

Published on Feb 27, 2020 at 9:27 am in Car Accidents.
How to Deal with a Drunk Driver at the Scene of a Car Accident

Drunk drivers are dangerous behind the wheel, we all know that. In fact, in 2016, MDOT reported that 18 percent of all traffic deaths were caused by impaired drivers. But what you might not know is that drunk drivers can also be dangerous after the collision when they get out of the car. If a drunk driver gets angry, they can become unpredictable and blame you for the accident even though they’re the one at fault.

Your first step after any car accident should always be to call 911 if you are able to access a phone. The sooner police and medical personnel get there, the better your situation will be. After a crash with a drunk driver, it’s important that the drunk driver is also seen by medical professionals because they’ll need to test their blood alcohol content (BAC) so that their level of intoxication is on record.

After calling for first responders, though, what do you do next? How do you handle a drunk driver after they collided with you? Keep reading to learn how to effectively deal with a drunk driver while you’re still at the scene of a car accident.

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