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Filing a personal injury claim is something to be taken seriously yet many people can be put off due to common misconceptions. Usually, these misconceptions are not even close to the truth, which means you could be missing out on a claim because of myths you have read on the…

Personal injury cases are the most common lawsuits, with as many as 500,000 cases filed each year in the US. The vast majority don’t go to court, with insurers and defendants choosing to settle out of court to keep costs lower. Sadly, there are many reasons why you may end…

A slip and fall accident can happen anywhere, and at any time. Whether it’s at a grocery store, somebody’s house, or even when walking along the sidewalk, a slip and fall accident can result in serious injuries. If you or a loved one has been involved in a slip and…

To seek compensation for a motorcycle accident, you must be able to prove that the other party was negligent in some way. You or your attorney must also be able to show how exactly the other party was at fault. As motorcycle accidents can be very serious, you must get…

Losing a loved one is always an incredibly difficult experience, and it can be even more compounded when that loss is due to the negligence or intentional actions of another person. Pursuing a wrongful death lawsuit in Mississippi is one way that you can seek justice and hold those responsible…

According to the State Highway Safety Report, in the year 2020 alone there were over 600 fatalities on Mississippi roads. The mental health cost of serious Mississippi auto accidents is severe and complex for both victims’ families and the victims themselves. Yet, with a vivid decline in driving standards and…

Adultery is a factor in many divorces — one that may impact alimony and even child custody agreements. If an adulterous relationship leads to the breakdown of your marriage, you should know what to expect as you move forward with divorce proceedings. At Derek L. Hall, PC, our trusted divorce…

If you have been hurt in a traffic accident or another unfortunate incident in Mississippi, you probably have questions about the state’s liability laws and how they could affect your claim. The team at Derek L. Hall, PC is here to help you understand essential liability laws in Mississippi and…

If you and your partner or spouse have separated, one of the most important questions is who will have custody of your children. Custody is often divided into two categories – physical and legal custody – each involving different rights and obligations. It’s essential that you understand the differences between…

Dividing assets in a divorce can be a challenging and often-contentious process. You and your spouse may not always see eye-to-eye, causing stress and confusion during an already emotionally charged time. One of the most common questions we get at Derek L. Hall, PC is whether Mississippi is a community…