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The short answer. In Mississippi most injury claims must be filed within three years (Miss. Code Ann. 15-1-49(1)). The trial court for Rankin County sits in Brandon, at 215 E. Government Street, Brandon, MS 39042. To talk it through, send the form on this page and we will work to connect you with an attorney in our network.
After an injury, ordinary life gets heavy. There are appointments to keep, bills arriving, and a claim that nobody explained to you. If another person’s carelessness hurt you in Brandon, it is reasonable to want a clear picture before you decide anything.
Nothing on this page is legal advice, and NeedAnAttorney.net is not a law firm. It is a service that connects injured people with attorneys. The rules described here are quoted or summarized from Mississippi’s own statutes so that you can check them yourself.
Before You Hire: Questions For A Brandon Attorney
Ask these in any first conversation:
- If you were partly to blame. Ask what happens to your award if a jury finds you share the blame (Miss. Code Ann. 11-7-15).
- The date. Ask for the specific last day to file in your case. The general rule is three years (Miss. Code Ann. 15-1-49(1)).
- Any ceiling. Ask what limit applies to the award and whether it reaches your claim (Miss. Code Ann. 11-1-60(2)(b)).
- Fees and costs. Ask what the fee is, when it is paid, and which expenses are deducted from a settlement.
- Who will work on it. Ask who handles your file day to day and how fast messages are answered.
Kinds of Injury Claims
Vehicle crashes
After a crash, see a doctor even if you feel fine, since some injuries show up later. Take photographs of the cars, the road and any injuries, get the other driver’s insurance details, and save every repair estimate.
Pedestrian and bicycle injuries
If a driver hit you while you were on foot or on a bike, note exactly where it happened, what the signals and lighting were like, and who saw it. Ask the people who stopped to leave their names and numbers.
Falls and unsafe property
Falls on someone else’s property usually depend on what the owner knew or should have known about the hazard. Photograph the spot before it changes, report the fall in writing, and keep the shoes you were wearing.
Wrongful death
If a loved one died because of another person’s wrongful act or omission, a different set of rules applies. A wrongful death claim follows its own rules in Mississippi; ask an attorney which date applies (Miss. Code Ann. 11-7-13). It is a heavy time to make decisions, and an attorney can explain the process at your pace.
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How Fault Is Divided
Fault is rarely all on one side, and Mississippi law accounts for that. The source is Miss. Code Ann. 11-7-15.
Your own share of the fault reduces your award in proportion to that share, and no fixed percentage ends the claim by itself (Miss. Code Ann. 11-7-15). Insurers often press this point first, so keep notes about how the injury happened.
Is There A Ceiling On The Award
Not every part of an award is left to the jury in Mississippi. The details are in Miss. Code Ann. 11-1-60(2)(b).
Whether a limit reaches your case depends on the facts. A separate rule limits punitive damages (Miss. Code Ann. 11-1-65(1)).
Filing Deadlines For Injury Claims
A lawsuit for most injuries in Mississippi must be started within three years (Miss. Code Ann. 15-1-49(1)). Extra time can be available for a child and in some other limited situations (Miss. Code Ann. 15-1-59).
A claim against a government body usually has its own claim or notice steps that must be followed before you sue, so ask early (Miss. Code Ann. 11-46-11). If someone died, a separate set of rules can apply (Miss. Code Ann. 11-7-13). Records fade and witnesses move, so an early start helps even well inside the limit.
What The Other Driver’s Policy Must Cover
Under Miss. Code Ann. 63-15-3(j), Mississippi drivers must carry at least $25,000 for injury to one person, $50,000 for injury to two or more people in one accident and $25,000 for property damage.
A crash with several injured people can use up those limits quickly. If your bills pass that limit, it helps to know early what other coverage may exist, including your own policy.
Local Courts and Hospitals in Brandon
Brandon lies in Rankin County, according to Census Bureau place and county names. For Rankin County, the Mississippi court directory shows the 20th Circuit Court District circuit court in Brandon, at 215 E. Government Street, Brandon, MS 39042. The state list of trauma centers shows Merit Health Rankin in Brandon as a Level IV trauma center.
Keep copies of everything the hospital or clinic gives you, ask for an itemized bill, and note each appointment as it happens. If you moved between facilities, collect the records from each one.
Making Your First Contact In Brandon
Start with the form at the top. It asks a few questions about the injury. NeedAnAttorney.net reviews your details and works to match you with an attorney in our network who may handle cases in Mississippi. Using it is free, and it does not create an attorney client relationship.
Before the first call, collect the basics: the date, the place, names of witnesses, your medical visits and your missed work. A single folder for bills, letters and photographs saves time later.
Frequently Asked Questions
Are there limits on an injury award in Mississippi?
A limit applies in some cases: the amount is set by the statute and can change (Miss. Code Ann. 11-1-60(2)(b)). The bills, the missed work and the lasting effects drive the amount. Punitive damages are limited separately (Miss. Code Ann. 11-1-65(1)).
What are the minimum auto insurance limits in Mississippi?
$25,000 per person, $50,000 per accident and $25,000 for property damage (Miss. Code Ann. 63-15-3(j)). Several policies can apply to one crash. Before you accept a payment, check for every policy that may apply.
What should I collect after being hurt?
Gather treatment records and itemized bills first. Take photographs of the injuries and of where it happened. Pay records, repair estimates and insurer emails should go in the same place.
Can I talk to the other side’s insurance company?
You may speak with them, but you do not have to give a recorded statement right away. Saying that you want advice first is a reasonable answer. Before you sign anything, have someone review it.
Are there special steps for claims against the government?
There are special steps. Special claim or notice steps can apply (Miss. Code Ann. 11-46-11). Different entities can have different steps. Keep every letter you receive from a public agency.
When will I know what my claim is worth?
It depends on how long you need treatment. Claims often wait until your condition is clear and the total losses are known. A lawsuit adds time.
Is there a deadline for suing after an accident in Mississippi?
Generally three years (Miss. Code Ann. 15-1-49(1)). A child may have more time, and a few other limited situations extend the period too (Miss. Code Ann. 15-1-59). A wrongful death claim follows its own rules (Miss. Code Ann. 11-7-13).
If I was partly responsible, can I still recover something?
Your own share of the fault reduces your award in proportion to that share, and no fixed percentage ends the claim by itself (Miss. Code Ann. 11-7-15). Photographs and witness names help show where the fault lies. Do not guess about fault when you talk to an insurer.
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