Hattiesburg Personal Injury Lawyer

Dedicated to Helping Clients in Forrest County and Beyond

You may be entitled to compensation through a personal injury claim if you've been injured due to someone else's negligence or wrongful actions. At ‘MAGGIO LAW, our dedicated Hattiesburg personal injury attorneys offer customized legal representation for accident and injury victims throughout Forrest County and beyond. We understand the physical and financial impact an injury can have, and we are here to support you through the legal process while advocating for the compensation you're entitled to.

Don't wait to seek justice if you’ve been injured due to someone else’s negligence. Contact 'MAGGIO LAW (601) 265-6869 or contact us online to schedule a FREE consultation with our personal injury lawyers in Hattiesburg!

Cases We Handle

At ‘MAGGIO LAW, we represent clients in a wide range of personal injury cases, always focusing on the specific details of each situation. We aim to ensure every client receives the tailored legal representation they need. With a strong history of success, we have secured substantial compensation for clients across various personal injury cases, totaling hundreds of millions of dollars. Our firm manages a diverse range of cases, including but not limited to:

• Motor vehicle accidents
• Workplace injuries
• Slip and fall incidents
• Wrongful death suits
• Medical malpractice

Whatever type of injury you’ve suffered, we are here to help you navigate the legal process and fight for the compensation you deserve.

When to File a Personal Injury Claim

While Mississippi’s statute of limitations allows you three years (in most cases) from the date of injury to file a personal injury lawsuit, this does not apply to personal injury claims. Depending on the applicable insurance policy, you may be required to file a personal injury claim within a “reasonable period.” What constitutes a “reasonable period” is not always explicitly defined by the policy but generally means anywhere from a day to several weeks.

First, however, you must determine if you have grounds for a claim. Ask yourself the following:

• Were you injured, and did those injuries lead to specific, measurable damages, such as medical bills, lost wages, and/or pain and suffering?
• Did someone else have a responsibility to act reasonably and/or take specific measures to prevent you from being injured?
• Did the other person or party fail to uphold this responsibility by acting negligently, carelessly, recklessly, wrongfully, or intentionally inflicting injury?
• Were your injuries and damages from the other person or party’s negligence or wrongful/intentional conduct?
• Is the other person or party strictly liable for your injuries and damages under the law, regardless of whether they acted negligently or wrongfully?

Determining when you are entitled to file a personal injury claim can be difficult. At ‘MAGGIO LAW, our attorneys are happy to sit down with you and discuss the details of your case during a no-cost, no-obligation consultation. We can answer any questions and advise you on the best course of action based on your unique situation.

What Damages Can Be Recovered in a Personal Injury Claim?

Personal injury lawsuits are civil cases. The purpose of civil litigation is to allow people who have been negatively affected by the conduct of others to recover monetary compensation for their losses, whether through a settlement or judgment awarded after a civil trial.

If you were injured in an accident or otherwise due to someone else’s negligence, you have likely sustained numerous economic and non-economic losses due to your injuries. Collectively, the money provided to victims (known as “plaintiffs”) for these losses is referred to as “damages.” Compensatory damages are meant to reimburse the plaintiff for losses with a specific dollar value; general damages, on the other hand, are intended to compensate the plaintiff for their intangible losses or those without a specific monetary value.

Some examples of common damages in personal injury cases include:

• Emergency medical care costs
• Hospitalization
• Surgeries, rehabilitation, and other treatments
• Ongoing and future medical care
• Lost income, wages, and other employment benefits
• Lost future earnings and income
• Diminished or lost earning ability due to impairment, disability, or incapacitation
• Pain and suffering, including emotional trauma and distress
• In-home care and assistance, home modifications, and other miscellaneous expenses

In addition to compensatory and general damages, some plaintiffs can recover punitive damages. Also known as exemplary damages, punitive damages do not compensate the plaintiff for economic or non-economic damages. Instead, they are meant to punish the defendant when the defendant is found to have been egregiously negligent or caused willful, wanton, or intentional injury to another.

What is the Statute of Limitations for a Personal Injury Claim in Mississippi? 

In Mississippi, personal injury claims generally must be filed within three years from the date of the injury or when the injury was discovered or could reasonably have been discovered. Filing within this period is crucial to protect your right to seek compensation. However, it's always best to act quickly. Over time, evidence may deteriorate, and witnesses can become harder to find. Reaching out to an attorney early improves your chances of achieving a favorable outcome, whether through a settlement or trial.

• You generally have three years to file a personal injury lawsuit in Mississippi.
• The statute of limitations initiates when the injury occurs or when it is discovered.
• Timely action helps preserve evidence and secure witness testimony.
• Delaying your claim can result in lost opportunities for fair compensation.

Contact Our Hattiesburg Personal Injury Attorney Today 

At ‘MAGGIO LAW, we are here to guide you throughout the entire legal process. Whether you were seriously injured in a car accident, slipped and fell due to unsafe conditions on someone else’s property, or lost a loved one as a result of medical malpractice, our Hattiesburg personal injury lawyers are prepared to fight for you and the justice you deserve.

There are no legal fees unless we recover compensation for you. Contact us today to schedule a complimentary consultation and case evaluation. 

Ready to take the next step toward securing the compensation you’re entitled to? Contact 'MAGGIO LAW today for personalized legal support!