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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 Jackson County sits in Pascagoula, at 3104 Magnolia Street, Pascagoula, MS 39567. To talk it through, send the form on this page and we will work to connect you with an attorney in our network.
An injury changes the pace of your days. Medical visits, paperwork and worry about money can crowd out everything else. If you were hurt in Pascagoula because of another person’s actions, this page explains how Mississippi treats injury claims so you can plan your next step.
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.
What To Ask Before You Choose An Attorney In Pascagoula
A short list of questions can sort out who is right for you:
- The deadline. Ask the attorney to name the exact last day to file for your claim. The general limit for injury claims in Mississippi is three years (Miss. Code Ann. 15-1-49(1)).
- Your share of fault. Ask how a finding that you were partly responsible would change the numbers (Miss. Code Ann. 11-7-15).
- Limits on damages. Ask whether the limit on pain and suffering applies to your claim (Miss. Code Ann. 11-1-60(2)(b)).
- The money terms. Ask how fees are calculated and which costs come out of a recovery.
- The people. Ask who will be in touch with you and how quickly they return calls.
Personal Injury Types of Cases
Premises Liability
Many premises liability claims are from a property owner’s duty to maintain a property in the way that does not endanger others. There are may ways a property owner can violate this duty.
- Broken Stairs
- Unlit alleyways
- Slippery Floors
- Surfaces that are uneven
- Places to receive burns
- Places to receive chemical exposure
- Dog bites
- and other dangerous conditions
Wrongful Death
When negligence leads to fatal injuries, a wrongful death suit can help the surviving family members hold the negligent company, persons, and or person accountable for what was done. A wrongful death case can involve different types of compensation from other personal injury claims. After a fatal accident, family members can ask an attorney to review what compensation the surviving loved ones may have a right to. These types of accidents can include.
- Auto Accident
- Maritime Accident
- Drowning
- Electrocution
- Falls
- Helicopter Accident
- Fire
- Firearm
- and other types of wrongful deaths
Motor Vehicle Accidents
As long as the person that was operating the vehicle that injured you was negligent in some way, you can could have a claim for compensation. This can include.
- Car Accidents
- Truck Accidents
- Bicycle Accidents
- 18 wheeler Accidents
- Motorcycle crashes
- Drunk Driving
- Distracted Driving
- Aggressive Driving
- and other types of motor vehicle accidents
Work Place Accidents
These types of personal injury lawsuits involve more that just a employee and employer. If you feel like your place of employment was negligent in some way, you might have a claim for compensation. These types of accidents can include.
- Slip and Fall
- Unsafe working conditions
- Unmaintained equipment
- Auto Accidents
- Death
- Electrical Hazards
- Occupational illnesses like COPD, contagious diseases, and asbestosis
- personal injuries at work
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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.
The Deadline To Sue
Mississippi allows three years to file most injury claims (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). Write down the date of the injury now so the count is never in doubt.
Courts and Hospitals Near Pascagoula
Pascagoula lies in Jackson County, according to Census Bureau place and county names. Jackson County’s circuit court (19th Circuit Court District) is listed in Pascagoula, at 3104 Magnolia Street, Pascagoula, MS 39567. The state list of trauma centers shows Singing River Hospital in Pascagoula as a Level III trauma center.
In the federal Hospital General Information file, the closest Mississippi acute care or critical access hospital to Pascagoula is Singing River Health System in Pascagoula, 1.8 miles, an acute care hospital (2809 Denny Av, Pascagoula, MS 39581). After it come Memorial Hospital Biloxi in Biloxi, 20.1 miles, an acute care hospital; then Singing River Gulfport in Gulfport, 32.5 miles, an acute care hospital. All distances are straight line miles from Pascagoula.
A straight line is shorter than the drive from Pascagoula. Ask each provider for your complete records and an itemized bill, and note the date of every appointment.
Further down the same list are Memorial Hospital at Gulfport in Gulfport (33.3 miles) and George Regional Health System in Lucedale (38.9 miles). The file lists 1 Mississippi acute care or critical access hospital within 10 miles of Pascagoula, 2 within 25 miles and 6 within 50 miles, all in a straight line. VA and military hospitals are not included in these figures.
Other places this site covers near Pascagoula: Moss Point at 4.8 miles north, Biloxi at 23.1 miles west, Gulfport at 30.8 miles west. The reference cities are 167 miles northwest (Jackson) and 31 miles west (Gulfport).
Getting Started With Your Claim In Pascagoula
Fill in the form at the top of this page. NeedAnAttorney.net reviews your details and works to match you with an attorney in our network who may handle cases in Mississippi. The form is free to use, and sending it does not mean you have hired anyone.
While you wait, write down what happened and when, who saw it, what treatment you have received and how many days of work you missed. Put bills, letters and insurance messages in one folder.
Frequently Asked Questions
What other places near Pascagoula have their own page here?
Moss Point is 4.8 miles north of Pascagoula, Biloxi is 23.1 miles west and Gulfport is 30.8 miles west, by straight line from the Census coordinates.
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.
Should I look for someone who works around Pascagoula?
Many people prefer it. Local knowledge helps with scheduling, courts and medical providers. Ask about recent cases handled in your county.
How many years do I have to sue after an injury in Mississippi?
Most injury claims must be filed within three years (Miss. Code Ann. 15-1-49(1)). Children and some other limited situations can have more time (Miss. Code Ann. 15-1-59). A claim against a government body has its own notice step (Miss. Code Ann. 11-46-11).
Does Mississippi bar me from recovering if I share the blame?
The rule: 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). How the facts are described matters from the start. Details from the day of the accident can matter.
Is there a ceiling on what I can recover for pain and suffering?
Some damages are limited: the amount is set by the statute and can change (Miss. Code Ann. 11-1-60(2)(b)). How fault is assigned can also change the amount. Lasting effects and missed work are part of what is proved.
What is the least insurance a Mississippi driver can carry?
An auto liability policy must provide at least $25,000 per person and $50,000 per accident for injuries, plus $25,000 for property damage (Miss. Code Ann. 63-15-3(j)). A crash with several injured people can use up limits quickly. It helps to learn early what other coverage may exist.
How far is the closest hospital from Pascagoula?
In a straight line the nearest Mississippi acute care or critical access hospital is Singing River Health System in Pascagoula, 1.8 miles, an acute care hospital; Memorial Hospital Biloxi in Biloxi is 20.1 miles and Singing River Gulfport in Gulfport is 32.5 miles. VA and military hospitals are not included. Call 911 in an emergency; not every hospital has an emergency room.
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