There are no two ways about it: certain roads and intersections in Jackson, Mississippi, are just more dangerous than others. For some roadways, high speeds and heavy traffic increase both the likelihood and severity of collisions. For others, unusual layouts and unprotected left turns can confuse drivers or cause them to enter the path of oncoming traffic.
If you've been injured on one of the most dangerous roads and intersections in Jackson, MS, you need help from an attorney who knows what it takes to win. Derek L. Hall, P.C., has over 30 years of experience to put to work on your behalf and a winning reputation that includes:
- $1,260,000 for a vehicle rollover
- $1,250,000 for a client injured in an 18-wheeler wreck
- $750,000 settlement after a commercial truck accident
While past results do not guarantee future outcomes, we believe they reflect our commitment to securing maximum compensation for each of our clients.
When you want it all, call Hall. Contact us today for your free consultation so our Jackson intersection accident lawyer can explain your legal options.
Why Certain Roads and Intersections in Jackson See More Accidents
According to a report by WJTV, the most dangerous roads in Jackson, MS, are:
- Northside Drive, which had 11 fatal crashes and 12 deaths over a three-year span
- U.S. 80, particularly from Hampstead Boulevard in the northwest to U.S. 51 in the southeast, which had 13 deaths in 13 fatal accidents over the same three-year span
- Interstate 55, as three fatal accidents killed four people around "The Stack," and six accidents between exits 100 and 102 resulted in six traffic fatalities
High speeds, heavy traffic volumes, and confusing layouts make these some of the leading Jackson, MS, car accident hotspots.
Intersections Where Drivers Should Use Extra Caution
According to local outlets WJTV and WLBT, the following are the most dangerous intersections where Jackson motorists should exercise extra caution due to the likelihood of intersection accidents:
- U.S. 80 and MS-18 in Brandon
- U.S. 80 and Airport Road in Pearl
- Lakeland Drive and Airport Road in Flowood
- Bailey Avenue and Woodrow Wilson Avenue, also known as The Five Points
What to Do After an Accident at a Dangerous Intersection
If you get in an accident in one of the dangerous intersections in Jackson, what you do next can affect your health and your legal rights.
- Start by calling the police at 911 if it’s an emergency or (601) 960-0794 if it’s not.
- If you’re able to do so, photograph the scene and get the contact details of anyone who was involved in the crash or saw what happened.
You can protect your right to seek compensation by taking the following steps in the days and weeks to come by:
- Getting prompt medical treatment and following your doctor’s orders
- Obtaining the police report of your accident, which you can do through the City of Jackson’s online portal
- Not talking to insurance adjusters and never admitting fault
The most important thing to do is to contact an experienced car accident lawyer from Derek L. Hall, P.C. Our attorneys can protect your right to compensation while you rest and heal.
How a Jackson Car Accident Lawyer Can Help
Were you hurt in a car accident in Jackson or surrounding areas of Mississippi? Derek L. Hall, P.C., is ready to investigate what happened, identify who’s to blame, and demand they compensate you fairly. We’ll do all this at no upfront cost to you. You pay us attorney fees only if and when we recover compensation for you.
Contact us today to get started with a free consultation with an experienced Jackson car accident lawyer.