People in Mississippi and throughout the country who obtain their commercial driver’s licenses on or after Feb. 7, 2020, will be subject to new training regulations from the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration. The rule, which came into effect on June 5 after a five-month delay, allows nearly three years for trainers, carriers, and others […]
Entrusting a parent to the care of a nursing home is a major decision. If you have reached this point, it is likely the best option for both you and your loved one, but there are several misconceptions that everybody considering nursing home care should be aware of. According to ABC News, one in three […]
Nursing homes in Mississippi and the rest of the country routinely administer blood thinners, like Coumadin or Warfarin, improperly. The drugs are useful in stopping internal bleeding but can be fatal if they are given to patients excessively or in insufficient doses. The improper use of anticoagulants has not received as much attention as other […]
Semi-tractor trailers in Mississippi and around the country should be fitted with side-mounted underride guards according to the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety. Federal lawmakers are considering regulations that would require truck operators to fit underride guards to the rear of their trailers, but the IIHS says that mounting safety guards to the sides of […]
Mississippi residents who live in nursing homes are protected by a variety of federal regulations. For instance, they have the right to see and visit with family members, service providers, and government representatives, among others. They also have the right to keep their own clothing and other possessions assuming that it is safe to do […]
Law enforcement officials are hoping a device that can detect smartphone use will increase highway safety in Mississippi and across the U.S. The textalyzer allows police conducting accident investigations to determine if distracted driving may have played a role. The technology is similar in some ways to breathalyzer tests that officers use during DUI stops, […]
Many adult children would rather see their parents live out their days at home, but that frequently is not possible. For one thing, these senior citizens may need special care, and nursing homes can be a good solution. At the same time, neglect and abuse may be a worry, especially for those children who are […]
When Mississippi residents file lawsuits against negligent drivers after being involved in motor vehicle accidents, they must convince juries of two key elements if they hope to prevail. They must establish that they suffered injury, loss or damage in an accident caused wholly or partly by the negligent behavior of the defendant. Plaintiffs must also […]
Most motor vehicle accidents in Mississippi and around the country involve some sort of human error, and rear-end collisions are often caused by motorists who failed to maintain safe distances. Tailgating drivers who cause crashes are often ticketed for motor vehicle infractions, and these citations can be used by personal injury attorneys who are representing […]
Several recent studies have indicated that distracted driving is a growing issue. Distracted driving is considered to be anything that takes a motorist’s attention off of the road. This can include everything from eating to changing the radio station. However, smartphones are a significant source of distraction for many people. According to data from AT&T’s […]