Mississippi Complaint (with pregnant plaintiff involved in accident)

Remain Calm and Polite. Identify the Person You Speak With. Give Only Limited Personal Information. Give No Details of the Accident. Give No Details of Your Injuries. Take Notes. Resist the Push to Settle Immediately.

Don't make any statements right after an accident. Don't admit fault. Don't say you are uninjured. Don't give an official statement or recorded statement. Don't accept a settlement without consulting an attorney. Stick to the facts. Medical records.

Mississippi is a "Fault" Car Accident State So, the person who was at fault for causing the car accident is also responsible for any resulting harm (from a practical standpoint, the at-fault driver's insurance carrier will absorb these losses, up to policy limits).

Typically, police officers will not give an opinion on fault when filing their report. So it's best to just simply describe the incident to the best of your recollection without offering anything that can guide their opinion. Describe what you were doing, what the other driver was doing, and how the accident happened.

Yes, you can file a lawsuit after you've agreed to a settlement with the insurance company. However, it's very possible that the judge will throw your lawsuit out of the court. After hearing your lawsuit, the defendant will inform the judge of the settlement agreement.

Your average car accident settlement might be approximately $21,000. It is likely to fall somewhere between $14,000 and $28,000. The settlement is generally higher for more severe or permanent injuries. You'll also get paid more if the other driver was found to be driving under the influence.

Following a Car Accident, you can sue the responsible party for all damages as result of the accident. To pursue a personal injury claim for damages that you incurred, you must file your suit against the responsible party within 2 years from the date of the accident.

Leave the scene. By leaving the scene of an accident, you turn the scene of an accident into the scene of a crime. Not call 911. Forget to exchange information. Underestimate your injuries. Admit fault. Fail to gather evidence. Speak to the other party's insurance company. Neglect to speak to your own insurance company.