GULF COAST Law blog

In March, 2022, the U.S. Department of Transportation’s National Highway Traffic Safety Administration released it’s annual traffic crash data to the public, revealing that over 38,000 people were killed in motor vehicle collisions across the nation.  This was the highest number of deaths since 2007, despite the pandemic and pandemic response impact on lowering overall traffic volume.   

Car accidents are common all throughout the country. Injuries can range from minor to severe, and sometimes these accidents can be fatal. When you’re involved in an accident that was caused by someone else’s negligence, you may be entitled to collect monetary compensation through an insurance claim or a personal injury lawsuit in Gulfport.

It’s no secret that car accidents are common and can often be quite severe; approximately 1.35 million people worldwide die from roadway accidents. Mississippi, a southern state in the US, has a high record of road accidents on some of its major roads.

The beautiful landscape and infamous river isn’t the only thing Mississippi is known for. In the United States, Mississippi is also known for its dangerous roads, which makes the state prone to road accidents. Mississippi has close to 600 fatal motor vehicle accidents each year.

Car accidents are prevalent all over the United States. They can leave people with devastating injuries, which can be incredibly expensive. It can also lead to lost wages and lost future wages. Road accidents can occur when you crash into something or someone, or when another car or vehicle crashes into you.