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Q: we had an Auto accident in Mississippi. Auto damage claims have been paid. Medical claims/pain/suffering are still pend

Medical claims pending. We were hit in the rear end. husband has back issues. State Farm refusing to pay for scans and MRI because they found an aerotic aneursym.

William C. Head
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answered on Aug 16, 2017

If you do not have a civil attorney, to help your family recover damages, then you need to retain one.

State Farm is notorious for saying NO, among personal injury attorneys that represent the parties who are not at fault. If a doctor said these tests were medically necessary, then why...
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1 Answer | Asked in Car Accidents and Traffic Tickets for Mississippi on
Q: I hit an unattended vehicle in a parking lot I left a note with my name but put the wrong number on note and was cited .

Was cited for leaving Sean of accident what should I except in court this happened in Richland ms

Peter N. Munsing
Peter N. Munsing
answered on Aug 6, 2017

Contact an attorney who handles cases in that courthouse. You don't want to represent yourself. Maybe they can get you a deal where you plead to a different offense that doesn't have a heavy penalty.

1 Answer | Asked in Traffic Tickets and Car Accidents for Mississippi on
Q: Could someone in a lengthy yet easy to understand way explain paragraph 2 63-3-1007
Baskin Lowber Jones
Baskin Lowber Jones
answered on Oct 4, 2017

(2) When operating a bicycle upon a roadway, a bicyclist must exercise due care when passing or overtaking a vehicle that is standing or proceeding in the same direction.

Bicyclists are now considered like another car on the roadway under the new bike legislation in Mississippi. A bicyclist...
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1 Answer | Asked in Traffic Tickets and Car Accidents for Mississippi on
Q: Can you use the sholder to decelerate to make a right turn in mississippi?
Peter N. Munsing
Peter N. Munsing
answered on Feb 24, 2017

If you mean can you pass on the right? Can you use it as a travel lane (indicated from to make a right turn?) No.

1 Answer | Asked in Car Accidents and Personal Injury for Mississippi on
Q: Truck driver turned into my lane causing me to have to drive off the road to avoid being hit by Him.

Truck driver turned into my lane causing me to have to drive off the road to avoid being hit by him. I went up a curve and hit a fire hydrant. The trucker then tried to leave the scene. I then had risk driving my damaged car to chase the trucker down to get any identifiable information on the... View More

Peter N. Munsing
Peter N. Munsing
answered on Oct 10, 2016

Him forcing you off the road would result in a claim by the city that you'd have to get his insurance to pay. You have a claim for your injuries, the damage to your car. If there was a camera at the intersection see if there are images you can look at.

Contact a member of the Miss.Assn...
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1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law and Car Accidents for Mississippi on
Q: What can I sue for somebody throwing a hammer through my bad window while driving
Peter N. Munsing
Peter N. Munsing
answered on Jul 25, 2016

assault?Did you report to police? Their car insurance should take care of it.If you were hurt, contact member of Miss Trial Lawyers Assn--they give free consults.

1 Answer | Asked in Car Accidents for Mississippi on
Q: Does a check from a insurance company (from a settlement) does it have to go through the chamber of commerce?
Adam Studnicki
Adam Studnicki
answered on Nov 14, 2015

Huh? Check with your lawyer.

Please Take Notice: I am not your lawyer unless we enter into an engagement agreement in writing. This is only general information. It is NOT legal advice, and it may not work for your specific situation. It is impossible to evaluate a legal problem without a...
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Q: Passenger hurt in single car accident, can i file a suit against the driver if he didnt have insurance?
Robert Jason De Groot
Robert Jason De Groot
answered on Oct 26, 2015

Yes you can sue most likely. Contact a personal injury attorney and have a full discussion about this.

1 Answer | Asked in Car Accidents for Mississippi on
Q: I was Headed to e.r with emergency blankers. A guy hit me and trying to blame it on me.when he was on phone

The officer came to hospital took my info down and when I got police report he put me at fault!! How am I at fault when I went through a yellow light that was green. I'm pregnant now without work I don't know what to do. I'm dealing with more pain and I don't know if it's... View More

Terrence H Thorgaard
Terrence H Thorgaard
answered on Oct 7, 2015

It is not clear whether you are asking about whether you can sue him in a civil action, are concerned about the traffic ticket, or both. You should make a claim with his insurance carrier for the damage to your car.

1 Answer | Asked in Personal Injury and Car Accidents for Mississippi on
Q: Passenger fell off my motorcycle and is seeking compensation but I have no insurance.

A passenger was riding on the back of my motorcycle. She decided to let go of me and somehow fell off the back. We got her a ride home. No police were called and no accident report was ever filed. It has been 4 weeks and she has now hired a lawyer. They contacted me for insurance information but I... View More

Adam Studnicki
Adam Studnicki
answered on Sep 5, 2015

If a lawsuit is filed against you, you'll have to answer it on time or you can lost by default.

Please Take Notice: I am not your lawyer unless we enter into an engagement agreement in writing. This is only general information. It is NOT legal advice, and it may not work for your...
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Q: My son was driving his uncles vehicle and was involved in a single car accident. He had minor injuries and insurance

company states he is not entitled to pain and suffering...is this correct

Adam Studnicki
Adam Studnicki
answered on Jul 14, 2015

The goal of the insurance company is to pay as little as possible. Talk to local injury lawyer about your son's specific situation.

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