Personal Injury Lawyers in Mississippi

What does a personal injury lawyer do?

Personal injury lawyers represent people hurt in car and truck crashes, slip-and-fall incidents, workplace accidents and other events caused by someone else's negligence. They investigate what happened, deal with insurance companies, and pursue compensation for medical bills, lost wages and pain and suffering. Most work on a contingency fee, which means they are paid a share of the recovery only if the case succeeds.

Before you hire a personal injury lawyer in Mississippi

• Confirm the lawyer is licensed and in good standing with the Mississippi state bar.
• Ask how long they have handled personal injury matters and how often they go to court.
• Ask how fees work: hourly, flat fee or contingency, and what costs are extra.
• Ask who will handle your case day to day and how you will get updates.
• Get the fee agreement in writing before any work begins.